March 05, 2026 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Dr. Edgar C. Cordero, 87, of Bridgeville, formerly of Elizabeth Township, passed away Monday, March 2, 2026. Born November 5, 1938 in San Carlos, Philippines, he was one of eleven children to the late Eugenio and Adelina (Cortazar) Cordero. Edgar studied pre-med at The University of San Agustin and later attended The University of Santo Thomas for Medical School. Edgar completed his four-year residency in general surgery and general practice at St. Paul's Hospital in Ilo Ilo City, Philippines.
He immigrated to The United States in 1967 to serve a one-year internship at the former Columbia Hospital in Wilkinsburg, PA where he met his wife, Margie. Edgar’s career took him to Prince George Medical Center in Cheverly, MD, Highland Park General Hospital in Highland Park MI, Park Community and Brent General Hospitals in Detroit, MI, and then McKeesport Hospital in McKeesport, PA in 1974. He later established his own practice in Donora, PA in 1978, began operating primarily out of Monongahela Valley Hospital, and earned surgical privileges with Forbes Hospital, McKeesport Hospital, and Jefferson Hospital. A member of The American Medical Association, Pennsylvania Medical Society, Allegheny County Medical Society, and Philippine-American Medical Society, Edgar retired in 2008 after 35 years of service in health care.
Edgar was a devout Catholic, a man of deep faith, and was known to attend Mass every Sunday, even on vacation. He was a former member of Mary Mother of God Parish, St. Angela Merici and was most recently a member of Corpus Christi Parish and attended Holy Child Church in Bridgeville. Edgar loved gathering with family and friends, trying new restaurants of all varieties, and watching sports and movies. He enjoyed cars, playing mahjong, poker, and also had a love for tennis and bowling. Later, he became the Wii bowling champion at his senior living community. A proud Pittsburgh Steelers season ticket holder since 1983, he loved his team along with his children’s college teams.
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March 05, 2026 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Dotty Jean “Jean” Washowich, 90, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2026, just days after celebrating her 90th birthday surrounded by the friends and family who loved her dearly.
Jean was born on February 27, 1936, in Flaherty, Kentucky. It was there that she met the love of her life, the late Mayor Lou Washowich. Together they built a life centered on family, community, and lasting friendships. In 1962, they moved back to the city of McKeesport, where Jean would spend many cherished years raising her family and becoming a familiar and beloved presence in the community.
Jean was an avid reader who could often be found with a book in hand. She also had a deep love for Pittsburgh sports and rarely missed a chance to cheer on her favorite teams. More than anything, Jean treasured her family and the time she spent with them.
Jean deeply valued the friendships in her life that grew into family, especially her lifelong friends, Donna Isbir and George Ann Chuckla, whose companionship and support meant so much to her over the years.
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March 04, 2026 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Robert T. Williams, age 95 of North Huntingdon, passed away on March 4, 2026. He was born on December 31, 1930 in McKeesport, a son of the late Charles T. Williams and Sarah J. Heatherington Williams. Bob was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in Irwin. He was also a member and usher of the former St. Pius V Church in McKeesport, where he volunteered at bingo and the annual fish fries. Bob was a veteran of the Korean War, having served in the United States Air Force and later in the United States Army Reserves. He then went on to work as a service technician for Equitable Gas Company, with over 30 years of experience. He was a member of the Service Organization of Serra, and he also kept score and ran the clock at Serra High School sporting events. In addition to his parents, Bob was also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Evelyn McCaslin Williams in 2017, two brothers, Charles Williams and Edward Williams, and two sisters, June Ferguson and Ruth Haley. He is survived by three sons, James Williams (wife Janice), John Williams (wife Elizabeth), and Andrew Williams (wife Laura), two daughters, Terri Mauro (husband Rudy), and Leigh Miles (husband David), thirteen grandchildren, and twelve great-grandchildren. Friends will be received at the JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, on Sunday from 2 to 5 PM. A funeral Mass will take place on Monday at 10 AM in Immaculate Conception Church in Irwin. Interment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given in Bob's name to the Penn Township Ambulance Service or Irwin Volunteer Fire Department. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
March 04, 2026 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Alfieri Funeral Home
Timothy “Tim C” Cheripka, of East McKeesport, peacefully passed on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at the age of 51, with his loving family at his side. Tim was the son of William “Biddy” and the late Elizabeth “Liz” (Torch) Cheripka. He was the brother of Christine (Gary) Getsy, Angela (Mike) Simeone, Bill Cheripka, Stephanie (late Mike) Lenhart, Cyndi (Jim) Jackson, and Beth Cheripka. God Father of Seth and Luke Jackson. He is also survived by numerous aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews, and many friends.
Tim worked at Bishop’s Pizza for numerous years and considered them all family. In his free time, he enjoyed fishing, hunting, sports, and working construction.
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March 04, 2026 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Mary Ella Fagan, 84, of McKeesport, PA, was born on February 2, 1942. She was the beloved daughter of the late William T. Pryor and Pearl Thomas Pryor.
Mary graduated from McKeesport High School. After which she worked for Cox’s Department Store in McKeesport and was later employed at Peoples Gas in the Accounting Department for 25 years. During her employment at Peoples, she attended CCAC and later attended Carlow University.
She gave her life to Jesus in the early years of her marriage, but would say growing up that He had always been her closest friend. She had a high regard for God’s Word—the Bible—and made sure she spent time in the Scriptures daily.
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March 04, 2026 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Obituary
His family is heartbroken to announce the passing of Robert W. “Bob” Mills of North Huntingdon at 1:21 pm Thursday, February 19, 2026.
Bob was born in McKeesport, the youngest of five children to the late Joseph Addison and Della (Ginevan) Mills. Graduating from the McKeesport Vocational High School in 1952, he met the love of his life Anna Soltis during high school at Rainbow Gardens, they married on June 19, 1954.
Bob began his professional plumbing career in 1953, working with JFK Plumbing of Forest Hills. Five years later in 1958 he embarked on his own by purchasing one of JFK’s divisions and renamed it Robert W. Mills Plumbing & Heating based in his father-in-law’s garage. The business flourished and became well known, respectful, and reliable throughout Westmoreland and Allegheny Counties allowing Bob to construct a new home in the Kim Plan. There he and Ann raised their two children, Ronda and Mark. In the mid 1970’s, they relocated to Baldock Acres, renovating an 1818 historic home that was deeded by William Penn.
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March 04, 2026 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Edward Darrel Vennebush, 49 of Glassport Pa, passed away on March 3, 2026 at his home. He was born in McKeesport on August 16th, 1976 to Dwight VanNatta and Jean VanNatta. In addition to his parents, he is further survived by his siblings Jennifer Porter of Glassport Pa, Dwight VanNatta II of Glassport Pa, and Shawn Weber (Sarah Robertson) Wheeling, WV, nieces and nephews JayLeigh Porter, Jullian Porter, Diamond Mueller, Ian Weber, Gage Weber, and his Aunt Kathy and many cousins. Edward was very active in his local Food Bank and was always willing to lend a helping hand. He is also survived by his many kitties who he loved very much. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Greater Pittsburgh Food Bank or any Animal Shelter in his memory. Arrangements have been entrusted to E.C. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Ave, Glassport, PA 15045. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
March 04, 2026 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Jason W. Schneider, 52, of Las Angeles, Ca, formerly of McKeesport, died Jan. 21, 2026. He is survived by his mother Mary C. Schneider; aunt Christine (Michael) Germek and cousins Amber and Kristin Germek. He was preceded in death by his grandmother Dolores Popovich. Funeral arrangements by the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport.
March 03, 2026 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Regis Leonard Kosko, 82, of North Huntingdon, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2026.
Regis L. Kosko was born in McKeesport to Frank J. and Catherine G. (Kapolka) Kosko on October 12, 1943. He was raised in West Mifflin, and built a life defined by hard work, quiet faith, and a warm smile that welcomed everyone he met.
Regis wore many hats over the course of his working life — laboring in the steel mills, serving as a letter carrier, and working with Cleveland/Price. Before his civilian career, he proudly served his country as an Army Military Policeman stationed in Germany during the Vietnam era. He carried that sense of duty with him long after his service ended.
At home, Regis was a man of his hands and his faith. He found joy in his woodworking, tending his garden, and being an active, devoted member of St. Agnes Church — where he served as an usher and ran the dice tables at the parish bazaar with characteristic enthusiasm. Those who knew him there knew him as dependable, cheerful, and always present.
Though he was a private person by nature, Regis had a gift for warmth — reserved deeply for his children and those he held close but always offered with quiet politeness to the strangers he crossed paths with.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Patricia, who passed on February 17, 2018, and by his siblings Audrey Cheke, Richard Kosko, and Ronald Kosko.
Regis is survived by his children Frank Kosko, Jeffrey Kosko, and Grace (Kosko) Edwardo; his grandchildren Nathan, Kassandra, and Brianna; and his great-grandchildren Savannah, Chandler, Lucas, and Lyanna — four little ones who carry his legacy forward.
He will be deeply missed and long remembered.
Funeral Arrangements
Viewing: Friday, March 6, 2026 • 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home • 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne PA 15110, 412-466-3300, William B. Schleifer, Supervisor, William Brian Schleifer and Allan J. Weber, Funeral Directors
Saturday, March 7, 2026 Viewing: 10:00 AM • Funeral Service: • 11:00 AM, with Rev. Michael Faix, officiating
Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Burial to follow at St. Hedwig’s Cemetery, West Mifflin with Military Honors
Repast following burial at Maloy-Schleifer Reception Hall, 902 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne
March 03, 2026 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Pauline (Galley) Dworek, age 91 of Port Vue, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on March 2. Raised in Liberty Boro she was the daughter of the late Richard and Pauline (Potocsnak) Galley. Pauline is survived by her dedicated husband of almost 70 years who remained by her side during many blessed years of health and in the final days of illness. She is the loving mother to five children, deceased child Diane Mitchell, and surviving children Timothy (Cheri) Dworek, Thomas (Lee Ann Catalina) Dworek, Tammy (Joseph) Wright, and Theodore (Elaine) Dworek. She is the cherished grandma to Timothy Dworek, Tiffany (Kana) Moy, Maria Dworek, Ben Bartley, Bruce (Samantha) Bartley, Garret Wright, Chad Wright, Theodore J. Dworek, and Gabriella Dworek. She is also survived by eight great grandchildren, in addition to many other nieces and nephews.
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March 02, 2026 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Ronald L. McKown Sr., age 90, of Buena Vista, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2026 at home. He was a member of Elizabeth Baptist Church and a Navy veteran having served during the Korean War. He retired as a machine operator at TMS International in Elrama. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and the outdoors, and spending time with his grandchildren. Born November 22, 1935 in Elizabeth, he was a son of the late Robert and Catherine (Maley) McKown Sr. and husband of the late Betty A. “Dolly” (Werner) McKown. He is survived by his sons, James McKown of Buena Vista, Ronald L. (Mimi) McKown Jr. of Pittsburgh, Lonnie (Janice) McKown of Buena Vista, Michael McKown of New Eagle and Kurt Martin of North Versailles; 17 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; 20 great-great-grandchildren; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by daughters, Robin Ann Wilde and Betty Jean Bodzer; two great-grandsons; and numerous siblings. A funeral service will take place Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 12 Noon in the chapel at Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp., with Pastor Jeff Riker officiating. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CEMETERY CHAPEL. Memorial contributions may be made to Elizabeth Baptist Church, 735 Bunola River Road, Elizabeth, PA 15037. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
March 02, 2026 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Anthony T. "Tony" Rebo, age 91 of North Huntingdon, passed away on March 2, 2026. He was born on July 26, 1934 in Jeannette, a son of the late Stanley Rebo and Ann Rudy Rebo. Tony was a member and former usher of St. Agnes Church, and he was a veteran of the United States Army. While in the Army, he pitched baseball for four years, and went on to receive offers from several Major League Baseball teams, including the Pittsburgh Pirates. Following his service in the Army, Tony worked as a machinist for Overmyer Mould Company. He then went on to earn his Master's Degree in math from Pittsburgh University. He later taught at both CCAC and Central Westmoreland Career and Technology Center. In his free time, Tony enjoyed working out, and he took pride in his physical fitness. In addition to his parents, Tony was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Loretta Rebo, one brother, Joe, and one sister, Sara. He is survived by one son, Anthony Rebo, one daughter Renee Coles (husband Henry), grandchildren Rebecca Banaszek (husband John), Robert Coles (wife Cora), Rylie Coles, and Sadie Coles, and great-grandchildren John, Reese, Robert, Isaac, Sampson, and Estelle. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, on Thursday, March 12, from 10 to 11 AM. A service will take place in the funeral home chapel at 11 AM. Interment will be private in Sacred Heart Cemetery in Jeannette. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
March 02, 2026 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Shannon Lee Oberley, age 55, of Glassport, PA, died on Sunday, March 1, 2026. She was born in Pittsburgh, PA, on April 30, 1970, and was the daughter of the late Delores Stack Oberley.
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March 01, 2026 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Gale Sybil “Honey” Lemack, of Greensburg, formerly of North Huntingdon, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 27, 2026.
Gale is survived by her husband, Steve Lemack Jr.; her daughters, Karen Walch (William) and Susan L. Spivey (Beau); and grandchildren — Brenden Walch, Abigail Walch (Jared Grim), and Quinn Singley.
In keeping with Gale’s wishes, there will be no viewing or services.
For online condolences, please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com
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March 01, 2026 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Alfieri Funeral Home
Gaetano “Guy” Romano peacefully passed on February 27, 2026 at the age of 102. Guy was the loving father of AnnaMaria (Marty) Ross and Mario (Debra) Romano. He was the proud grandfather of Angela (Chris) Migliozzi, Melissa (Craig) Bellomo, Michael (Lyndsay) Romano, and Kayla (Tony) Dunlap; great-grandfather of Vincenzo, Sophia, Natalie, and Santino. Guy was preceded in passing by his beloved wife, Caterina (Spinelli) Romano, his parents, and 14 siblings.
At the age of 16, he opened a tailor shop in Agropoli, Italy, eventually becoming a master tailor. After he and Caterina married, they lived in Brazil for five years. An offer to pursue the American Dream and own a tailor shop in the United States was presented to him. He was very proud of his Italian heritage but took the chance for a new opportunity and to come to the U.S. and raise his family.
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