Stanley J. Chronowski
May 06, 2024 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Joseph A. "Ohy" Ference
May 06, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Joseph A. "Ohy" Ference, age 90 of Clairton, passed away on Monday, May 6, 2024 in Riverside Nursing Center, McKeesport. Born July 3, 1933 in Clairton, he was a son of the late John and Anna (Bartos) Ference. A US Army Veteran, a retired yardman for Fagen's Lumber in Verona who also worked as a foreman at Busy Beaver, and a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish - St. Clare of Assisi Church, Clairton, Joseph was preceded in death by his wife, the late Alberta (Buchina) Ference, who passed away in 1993. He is survived by his sons Kenneth (Patricia) Ference of Bellevue, James (Amy) Ference of Clairton, and Alex (the late Allison) Ference of Alabama; his grandchildren Steven (Julie) Ference, Kristen (Gary) Smith, Alexis Nicole (Gage) Rollo, and Zachary Ference; his great-grandchildren Austin, J.J., Brayden, Olivia, Carly, Jacob, and Gage, Jr.; his siblings Edward Ference of Elizabeth, Susan Sholl of Baltimore, MD, Rita Tripoli of West Mifflin, Natalie Ference of Butler, and Mike (Teri) Ference of Phoenix, AZ; his ex-daughter-in-law Cindy Culbersome; and also nieces and nephews. Besides his parents and wife, Joseph was preceded in death by his brother John "Zack" Ference; and sister Mary Elizabeth Ference.
Julianne Sprites
May 06, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Julianne Sprites, age 55 of Jefferson Hills, passed away with her family by her side on Saturday, May 4, 2024 in Jefferson Hospital. Born July 10, 1968 in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of Joan (Batinich) Atkinson of Jefferson Hills and the late James Atkinson. A former warranty administrator for Bowser Automotive in Pleasant Hills, Julianne was a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish - St. Thomas a Becket Church in Jefferson Hills. In her spare time, she loved to play bingo, travel, but most of all spend time with her family. Besides her mother, Julianne is survived by her husband of 24 years James Sprites, her children Olivia and Raymond Sprites, her sisters Mary Carol (Bob) Limegrover of Jefferson Hills and Patricia Atkinson of Trafford, her mother-in-law Charlotte "CeCi" (the late Raymond) Sprites of South Park, and also many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Besides her father, she was preceded in death by her sisters Joan Mitchell and Beverly Cutshall.
Sharen Ann Honick
May 05, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Sharen Ann Honick, 69, of Elizabeth Township passed away Saturday, May 4, 2024 surrounded by her family. She was born in McKeesport on March 17, 1955 and was the daughter to the late John R. and Grace (Moffett) Farrell. After high school, Sharen attended NYACK Bible College and also received an Associates from the McKeesport Hospital Nursing Program, and worked many years as a Cardiovascular Monitor Technician for Forbes Regional Hospital. She loved baking for friends, family, and especially for Christmas.
Gloria Jean Hamilton
May 03, 2024 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
She was retired from Foodland at Duquesne Village with 22 years of service, formerly worked at Kennywood, and volunteered at the Duquesne Family Support Center. She enjoyed bingo, going to the casino and loved animals
She is the mother of Arthur “Rick” (Kathryn) Hamilton of Harrington, DE and James “Jimmy” (Tamla) Leftwich of West Mifflin; grandmother of Jamai Leftwich, Codey Hamilton, Tahlor Leftwich, Arthur “Rick” Hamilton Jr., Ashton Hamilton, Gracie Mae Hamilton, and Ivy Leftwich; great grandmother of Ambri Leftwich; sister of Donald Hamilton of Duquesne, Mary Carman of Duquesne, Jackie Mehrmann of Duquesne, late Doris “Dee Dee” Hamilton and late Patricia Leatherwood.
Memorial Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 9, 2024 from 4-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR where a Funeral Service will take place following visitation at 8:00 p.m., with Rev. Eric Ewell, officiating.
Memorial Contributions may be made to a local humane society
Paul R. “Skip” Magill
May 03, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Paul R. “Skip” Magill, 83, of Irwin, died Wednesday May 1, 2024. He was born June 28, 1940 in Greensburg, the son of the late Paul W. and Mary Evelyn (Heffelfinger) Magill and was also preceded in death by his wife of over 60 years Sandra L. (Brandau) Magill. Skip was a graduate of Hargrave Military Academy, Chatham, VA, and worked as a diesel mechanic for 43 years at Lincoln Coach Lines, North Huntingdon, and then worked for A & M Security before retiring. He was a life member of the NRA and a member of the Pennsylvania Gun Collectors Association. He loved flea markets and was a collector.
Michael J. Wieger
May 03, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Michael J. Wieger, 78, of North Huntingdon, died Wednesday May 1, 2024. He was born December 1, 1945 in San Francisco, Calif., a son of the late Robert E. and Olive Jean (Bruley) Wieger and was also preceded in death by his son Special Agent Staff Sgt. David A. Wieger, killed in action in Iraq in 2007. Mike was a retired millwright for Latrobe Steel and was a longtime active member of Norwin Christian Church, North Huntingdon. Mike was an Army veteran of the Vietnam Conflict and enjoyed woodworking and fixing anything mechanical. He is survived by his loving wife of over 52 years, Lori R. (Harper) Wieger; his son Michael J. Wieger Jr. and his wife Brenda of Port Vue; his siblings Robert Wieger of Mexico, Geraldine “Geri” Hartsfield of Florida and William Wieger of California; also brothers and sisters in law, nieces and nephews, cousins, and many special friends.
Raymond Allan Jensen, Sr.
May 03, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Raymond Allan Jensen, Sr., 75, of McKeesport, passed away Tuesday, April 30, 2024. He was born September 13, 1948 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Raymond A. and Margaret Jane "Janie" (McLughlin) Jensen. He was the loving husband of Marie Ann (Wilson) Jensen, celebrating 50 years together on April 20, 2024. He was a manager at McDonalds for 25 years and after his retirement he worked at 18 years for Giant Eagle. His favorite hobby was spending time with his wife, he would cook amazing food for her and assist her with quilting.
Kimberly A. Smith
May 02, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Kimberly A. (Polefko) Smith, 52, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2024. She was born in McKeesport on May 11, 1971 and is the daughter of Barbara (Marcin) Bishop, and the late John F. Polefko. After high school, Kim got certifications in Medical Billing & Coding and over the years has worked with many companies. She had such a fun, loving, outgoing personality but also knew how to set you straight. She absolutely adored her grandchildren and being surrounded by family and friends.
Mary C. Bunting Carlson
May 02, 2024 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Robert R. "Uncle Bob" Slonecker
May 01, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Robert R. "Uncle Bob" Slonecker, 87, of Buena Vista, passed away Friday, April 26, 2024. He was born August 27, 1936 in Lowber and was the son of the late Raymond and Mabel (May) Slonecker. He was the husband of the late Jean (Landini) Slonecker, who passed away July 2, 2009. He was known by many people as "Uncle Bob." He enjoyed hunting, fishing, picking wild berries and spending time with his friends and family. He kept his independence his entire life still driving his car at age 87.
Betty Jean Cavanaugh
May 01, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Betty Jean Cavanaugh, 58, of Rostraver Twp., formerly of Elizabeth Township, passed away Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at home. She was born May 22, 1965 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Fred and Dorothy (Hoffman) Rose and was the wife of the late Daniel Cavanaugh who passed away, April 4, 2016. Betty was a retired Dental Assistant and worked for Dr. Stephanie Wehrle-Davies and the late Dr. Thomas Wehrle in Monongahela. She loved going to concerts, her dogs Sunny and Angel, and a sunny day in her pool or at the beach.
Sarah Evancho-Caulkett
April 30, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Gary Edward Czapor
April 30, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Gary Edward Czapor, 76, of North Huntingdon, formerly of White Oak, passed away Sunday, April 28, 2024. He was born October 13, 1947 in McKeesport and was the son of Annette Helen (Novitski) Czapor and the late Edward Czapor. Gary was in the first graduating class of 1965 of Serra High School and would go on to attend Slippery Rock University, where he was a member of Alpha Chi Rho. Gary worked as a guidance director for over 30 years at Serra Catholic High School, where he was a longtime track coach as well. He had previously worked at St. Elizabeth School in Pleasant Hills. He was a fisherman and also loved to hunt. He was known as a great gardener and cook as well. He was an avid reader, who was known to read a newspaper cover to cover. He will be greatly missed.
Connie L. Johnson
April 30, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Connie L. Johnson, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister passed away peacefully on April 30, 2024 at the William Penn Care Center in Jeannette, PA. Born February 12, 1942 in McKeesport, PA, the daughter of the late Edward & Gertrude Dias. She was the wife of the late William Cletus Johnson (died in 1998). Connie will be remembered by her children, Walter (Tammy) Johnson, Lorie (Ted) Kukich, and Michelle (Scott) Coffman. She was the grandmother to Dawn Marie, Beth Ann, Aaron Johnson, Anika & Brady Kukich, and Lauren & Brett Coffman. She greatly cherished her role as “grammy” and time spent with her grandchildren made her the happiest. She is also survived by two great-grandchildren, Aleena & Brandon, along with 4 siblings (1 sister and 3 brothers). In addition to her parents and husband, she is pre-deceased by a sister. Connie was a devoted wife and mother and enjoyed cooking for anyone who wanted to eat or celebrate a party! She was well known for her famous ladylocks and other sweet treats. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation (13770 Noel Road; Suite 801889; Dallas, TX 75380 or at komen.org). Family and friends will be received on Thursday, May 2 from 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home (176 Clay Pike; North Huntingdon, PA 15642). Burial services will be held at the funeral home on Friday, May 3 at 10:00 a.m. The family would like to express their deepest gratitude and thanks to the staff at William Penn Care Center, particularly Shirley Dunlap, Virginia Jones, & Annette Law. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
