Philiip Cristina
May 24, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Richard E. Bogardus, Sr.
May 24, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Richard E. Bogardus, Sr., 81, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Thursday, May 23, 2024. He was born in Homestead on November 2, 1942 and was the son of the late Elwin Van and Olga Sylvia (Volovsky) Bogardus. Rich was a steelworker for US Steel Irvin Works of West Mifflin for 30+ years. He liked to hunt, fish, go to camp, watch Nascar, the Pirates, Steelers, play on his tablet, but most of all - he loved spending time with his grandchildren. He was the Vice President of his local SOAR (Steelworkers Organization of Active Retirees) Chapter, but also a member of the American Legion, Pleasant Hills branch. An Army Veteran, Rich served for 3 years and attained the rank of Sargeant E5 - spending many years serving in Germany.
Shaun David Kelly
May 23, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Shaun David Kelly, age 46, of Greensburg, passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at his home. He was born in Jeannette on November 23, 1977, a son of the late David W. and Sharon L. Brown Kelly. He was a graduate of Hempfield high school, and was employed as a carpenter for Local 432 Pittsburgh. Shaun enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle, fishing, hunting, lifting weights, and practicing jiu jitsu. He is survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins, and his Doberman Harley. A memorial service will be held at a later date at a time to be announced. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon PA in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
Donald E. Shaw, P.E
May 22, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Donald E. Shaw, P.E., 83, of White Oak passed away Monday, May 20, 2024. Don was born in Canton, OH, and was the son of the late Edward and Dorothy (Menke) Shaw. Don obtained his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Cincinnati, and his M.S. in Engineering Mechanics from Case Western Reserve University where he became a PhD Candidate, Reliability of Offshore Structures. He belonged to the engineering honor society, Tau Beta Pi. He was a long time member of Faith Lutheran Church in White Oak. Don was employed by Westinghouse and D’Appolonia Consulting Engineers until 1985 when he went into private practice as an Engineering Management Consultant. For the last twenty years of his career, he and his wife, Sandy (Shaw Organizational Solutions) helped organizations to continuously improve. This was a labor of love for Don. He applied his many and diverse skills to help everyone to be their best and to have a voice. Don believed in the dignity of work. One of his greatest joys was to witness positive change not only for the organization but for everyone involved. He loved learning and creating. He enjoyed painting, photography, woodworking, and cooking but, most of all, he was a voracious reader. Don’s love of books included science, theology, philosophy, and neurobiology. He marveled at all that God created and wanted to learn more and more. And how he enjoyed giving books! Because he was a great listener, he would zero in on a person’s interest/needs and find just the right book! Don’s favorite outing was to take the grandchildren to the bookstore. Those were among his happiest memories. Above all, his profound love and affection for his children, grandchildren, and extended family was evident in every fiber of his being. He could see their light shining. At the end of his life, their love, care, and support brought joy beyond measure.
Steve Hampton
May 22, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Steve Hampton, 66, of Pittsburgh, was born June 6, 1957, in Cleveland, OH. He was the beloved son of the late Marion Hampton and Elizabeth Dinky (Mitchell) Dumas.
Steve, affectionately known as “Stevie”, was the sixth out of his nine siblings.
He graduated from Clairton High School. Over the years, Stevie held various jobs such as a laborer in the construction industry and assisting those in need with transportation. He was always willing to lend a helping hand. He took pride and was devoted to caring for his son, Tyrell.
Harry J. Colbert
May 22, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Roland William Black, Sr.
May 22, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Roland William Black, Sr., age 89, of Elizabeth Twp., PA, died on May 21, 2024. Born January 29, 1935, in Monessen, PA, he was the son of the late Howard Lee, Sr. and Eva Hill Black.
Joseph Raymond Stankay
May 22, 2024 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
He is the brother of Vincent (Josephine) Stankay of West Palm Beach, FL. He was predeceased by his brothers and sisters, Elmer (late Agnes) Stankay, Albert (late Olga) Stankay, Andrew B. (late Irene) Stankay, Florence (late Edward J.) Holas, and Martha (late Frank) Lipowcan. He is also survived by numerous loving nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 30, 2024, from 2-4 and 6-8 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. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, May 31, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., at Sacred Heart Church, Braddock Hills. Burial will follow in Sacred Heart Mausoleum of All Saints Braddock Catholic Cemetery with Military Honors.
Stanley C. Yarulis, Sr.
May 22, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Stanley C. Yarulis, Sr., age 98, of Monongahela, and formerly of Forward Township and Clairton, passed away on Monday, May 20, 2024, at The Residence at Hilltop, Monongahela. Born January 31, 1926, in Monongahela, he was a son of the late Anthony and Kazimeria (Bagavich) Yarulis. He was a US Army veteran serving during WWII where he fought in Burma. He was also one of the founding members of the 475th Infantry Merrill's Marauders BAR Gunner. He was a retired machinist for Corning Inc. in Charleroi and US Steel Clairton Works. He was a former member of the Old Timers Golf League at Butlers Golf Course, a former councilman for the City of Clairton, a member of the American Legion Daniel Keffer Post 75, and the VFW.
Michael P. McGrail
May 22, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Michael P. McGrail, 61 of North Huntingdon died May 20, 2024 at Corner view Nursing and Rehab in Pittsburgh. He was born June 25, 1962 in McKeesport, a son of the late Michael P. Sr. and Audrey Labosky McGrail. Michael was formerly employed by Stone & Company where he drove a cement truck. He graduated from Greensburg Central Catholic in 1980, was a member of Circleville Volunteer Fire Department, an avid Penguins and Steeler fan, enjoyed building, and racing RC cars. He will be reunited with his love and wife, Rosemary who died in 2014. He is survived by his daughter, Allison of North Huntingdon, two brothers, Mark McGrail and wife Jeri, Eric McGrail and wife Jackie, 2 nieces, Serena and Katherine, one nephew Devin. There will be no public visitation. A celebration of life will be held on June 23, 2024 at Oak Hollow Park Hickory Pavilion from 1-4 P.M. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.Roger E. Silverman
May 21, 2024 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Roger E. Silverman, 74, of McKeesport, passed away May 20, 2024 at Mercy Hospital, surrounded by family. He was born on February 12, 1950 and is the son of the late Edward and Eileen (Evans) Silverman and beloved husband of Cindy Bryce. He is survived by his children Roger Bryce, Stacey Bryce and Angela (Karissa Bryant) Bryce; grandchildren Kristofor "Boo-Boo", Belinda "Nana", Alyssa, Michael, Samantha, Roger, Joshua, Gage, Bethany, Kaine, and Kai’leigh; siblings Lucinda "Sissy" (Donald) Kovack, Debbie Sorg, Paulette Silverman, Carolyn Jean Silverman, Ralph Silverman, Kenneth Silverman, Patrick Silverman, Pamela Silverman and Robby Silverman; also many great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son, Kristofor Bryce and brother Terry Silverman. Roger served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War where he received multiple medals and awards, most notably The Purple Heart and The Bronze Star Medal. Family and friends will be received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Friday, May 24, 2024 from 2:00p.m. to 4:00p.m. and 6:00p.m. to 8:00p.m, and on Saturday, May 25, 2024 from Noon to 1:00p.m. Interment following at McKeesport-Versailles Cemetery, McKeesport.
Carl O. Dickson Jr.
May 21, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Carl O. Dickson Jr., 90, of East McKeesport, passed away Tuesday, May 14, 2024. He was born July 25, 1933 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Carl O. and Margaret (Weber) Dickson and was also preceded in death by his sister Janet D. Noel and brother in-law Wilbur “Bo” Swanhart. Carl was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, North Versailles, and was an Army veteran who served in the Korean War. He received a bachelor’s degree in education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and taught at Church Hill Area School District prior to his retirement. He was a member of VFW Post 5008, East Pittsburgh, and was a member of White Oak American Legion 701.
Pamela Ann King
May 21, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Pamela Ann King (Miller) of Baldwin (formerly Pleasant Hills) passed away on May 18, 2024 at AHN Jefferson Regional Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was born March 28th, 1961 in Washington, Pennsylvania to Lois M. (Lennix) Miller and the late Frank C. Miller. She graduated from Upper St. Clair High School in 1979. She graduated from Gannon University with an associates degree in medical assistance, before starting a family. Her daughters and grandchildren meant the world to her. She loved spending time with them creating memories. She also loved sitting outside in the sun, country music, traveling, gardening, crafting, and of course Snoopy. She dedicated 35 years of service to Giant Eagle, where she created numerous lifelong friendships that became more like family. She leaves behind her three daughters, Amanda Nicole Ishman (Daniel), Ashley Mae Morgan (Matt), and Amy Lynn King. She also leaves behind her five grandchildren, Kyleigh Grace Morgan, Chandler James King, Kinsley Faith Morgan, Allison Hope Morgan, and soon to be Baby Girl Ishman.
Rev. John David Else
May 21, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Obituary
The Rev. John David Else, known affectionately to friends and family as David, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2024, at the age of 91, in Pittsburgh. Born on March 4, 1933, in Mt. Lebanon, David's early years were marked by a spirited zest for life and a deep sense of purpose which would define his many years.
A proud graduate of Penn State, David's quest for knowledge and his desire to serve others led him to attend seminary at Nashotah House for two years, where he cultivated his vocation to help and guide others. His faith-filled life was a testament to his unwavering commitment to his spiritual calling. His first church was at St. George in Waynesburg followed by several years at St. Thomas in Canonsburg. David also served in various roles at the Church of the Advent, Jeannette; St. John's, Donora; Trinity Cathedral; and St. Stephen's, McKeesport.
After his time in the ministry, David felt called to a different path, one that would allow him to support those struggling with addiction.
In his most notable professional achievement, David founded the Center for Spirituality in 12 Step Recovery, a beacon of hope for countless individuals seeking guidance and support through a 12-step program. His vision for the Center was rooted in compassion, understanding, and the unwavering belief that every person deserves a chance at redemption and a fulfilling life. He was on the opening staff and a therapist at Gateway Rehabilitation Center, and Mon Yough Rehabilitation in McKeesport, helping both of these programs get started in the early 1970's.
Eugene Gorman
May 21, 2024 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Eugene Francis Gorman, 90, of McKeesport, passed away peacefully at Whitetail Springs Assisted Living on Sunday, May 19, 2024. Born August 6, 1933, in Pittsburgh, PA, to Frank and Elizabeth Gorman. Gene grew up in Greenfield. He was the fourth brother of siblings: Jay, Connie, Paul, and Bill (all deceased), survived by Bud, Butch, and Marzie.
