May 15, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Frances Papp, age 89 of North Huntingdon, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at her home. She was born on January 16, 1935 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Adam and Mary Fisher Spalla. Frances cherished her role as a homemaker. She was a member of the Hungarian Reformed Church in McKeesport, and always looked forward to attending bingo nights with her friends. In addition to her parents, Frances was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Arthur Papp, son Arthur Papp Jr., brothers John Spalla and Frank Spalla, and sister Faye Burgess. She is survived by her sons, David Papp and Vincent Papp (Joan), her daughter Denise (William) Prontiker, grandchildren Joseph, Molly, Daniel, Samuel, Chad (Nikki), Michael, and Billy, and great-grandchildren Lila and Luke. Visitation and services will be private, with a private interment to follow in Long Run Cemetery. Arrangements by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon PA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
May 15, 2024 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Baby K'Vaughn Kareem Cash, 1 month and 17 days old passed on May 3, 2024. He was born March 16, 2024, in Pittsburgh and was the son of Da'Vaughn Robinson and Shakeia Cash. He is also survived by siblings, Jayvon Drake, Jr., JayVeon Drake, Ja'Niyah Cash, and Jaionna Cash; paternal grandparents, Sharone Henderson and Charles Robinson, Jr.; maternal grandparents, Dennis Cash and the late Francine Jones. K'Vaughn is also survived by many uncles, aunts, cousins, and many family friends. Family and friends will be received at Willig Funeral Home & Crematory for a memorial gathering on Saturday, May 18, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com.
Charles Danforth, Supervisor
May 14, 2024 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Robert (Bob) Stecak, 79, formerly of Glassport, PA, went to be with the Lord on May 12, 2024. In Wilmington NC, with his daughters at his side, he passed peacefully. He was the faithful and loving husband of his "soul mate" Catherine DiLuca whom he served as her caregiver prior to her death in 2005. He was the son of the late Paul Stacek Dolores (Megahan) Stecak. He is survived by his daughters Nicole (Kevin) Carlson, and Robi (Corey) Quinlan of North Carolina. Grandchildren Seth and Cristian Carlson and Cathryn, Harper, Tate and Bowie Quinlan; siblings Paul Stecak (PA), Paula Knapp (NC), Paulette Gall (CA), stepmother Maureen Stacek, and close cousin Diana Carr (PA). Bob was a Navy Veteran, retired from Steelmet Inc, muscle car enthusiast, weightlifter, artist, self-taught mechanic and jack of all trades (aka MacGyver). He had many lifetime friends, loving neices nephews, inlaws and "buddies" from town. He made new buddies everywhere he went. Bob's signature "Stacy79" is imprinted on many a wall or unapproved item around the country and he lived up to his name in years. As a family member said upon hearing of his passing... "Stacy79 forever". Friends will be received at the Wojciechowski Funeral home on Thursday from 4-8. An additional visitation will be held in the funeral home Friday morning from 10-11am. Interment following Penn Lincoln Cemetery.
May 14, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Thelma M. (Sammartin) Patterson, 77, of Pleasant Hills formerly of Clairton passed away on May 12, 2024 in Jefferson Hospital. She was born on July 12, 1946 in McKeesport Hospital, the daughter of the late John A. and Margaret L. (Cummins) Sammartin.
She was a 1964 graduate of Clairton High School, then worked for many years as a waitress at the Blue Flame and Puck Jones restaurants. She was a hard working, fun loving lady who always had a smile on her face and a quick remark. She loved her family and always looked forward to Thanksgiving, Christmas, and picnics on her deck. She never met a card game, a poker machine or a slot machine that she didn't like.
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May 13, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Frederick Von Betzner, age 72, of Elizabeth, passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh. He was a retired minister with the Christian Missionary Alliance Church, a graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School and Toccoa Falls Bible College. He had a passion for magic and was a member of the Magic Castle in Los Angeles and the Mystic Magicians of Beaver County. Born March 10, 1952, in McKeesport, he was a son of June D. (Dolton) Betzner of Forward Twp. and the late Frederick William Betzner. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his daughter, Sarah (Tony) Shafer of Rome, GA; son, Fred (Alicia Whitney) Betzner of Pittsburgh; nine grandchildren, Cora, Nella, Nehemiah, Johannah, Rosa, Micaiah, Lucia, Reid and Clara; brothers, Mark E. Betzner of Lincoln Boro and Eric P. (April) Betzner, Esq. of Washington; also, nieces and nephews. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, from 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at 10 AM in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Damian Schoonmaker officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Township. Offer condolences at
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May 13, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
We are saddened to announce the passing of Joan Elenor Bicsey of McKeesport, PA, age 95, who died at Asbury Heights on May 12, 2024, of natural causes.
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May 13, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Milan “Jerry” Drobac, Jr., age 88 of Jefferson Hills passed away peacefully on May 12, 2024. Born July 23, 1935 in Clairton, he was the son of the late Milan and Danica (Bunovich) Drobac and grandson to Mico and Anna Drobac and Mico and Anna Bunovich. A 1953 graduate of Clairton High School, he went on to work for Bell of Pennsylvania from 1953 to 1955. Jerry volunteered to be a member of the US Army from Aug of 1955 to May of 1957 where he served one year at Ft. Knox, KY and one year in Budigen, Germany with the SRD Armored Division Company A 83 Recon. Battalion. He then joined the IBEW Local #5 and was a member from 1957 until 2021 (63 years). He also went on to get an associate degree in electrical engineering from Penn State McKeesport. He was the owner of Milan’s Electric Inc. and co-proprietor of Milan/Feldman Electric. He retired from D.W. Jones Electric in 1997 and he is a member of The National Electrical Contractors Association. For 40 years he served as a PIAA referee for football, basketball, volleyball, and swimming. Jerry was a member of the former St. Mary’s Serbian Orthodox Church in Clairton and a current member of St. Sava’s Serbian Orthodox Church in McKeesport. He was also a long time member of the Harry S Truman F & A.M. Lodge in Dravosburg.
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May 13, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Kenneth Joseph "Maz" Mazzola Sr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on May 12, 2024, in Clairton, PA. He was born on December 28, 1949, to the late Mary "Maime" (Kovka) and Guido "Lee" Mazzola. Ken was a devoted husband to his wife of 55 years, Nancy E. (Jenkins) Mazzola. Ken was a graduate of Clairton High School and went on to build a loving home with Nancy shortly after graduation. Together, they raised a beautiful family and shared a lifetime of memories. Ken was passionate about bowling, golf, and softball, and he enjoyed spending time pursuing these interests with his family and friends. He was known for his competitive spirit and love of the game. Besides his loving wife, he is survived by his children Kenneth "Jr." Mazzola, Shawn (Kristi) Mazzola, and Carol (Aaron) Whiteman; his grandchildren April, Lauren, Nick, Carly, Jacob, Alex, Gary, and Nate; his great-grandchildren Ivan, Nahla, and Rome; his sister Carol (Roger) Selznick; and his brother Robert Mazzola. Ken's legacy of love and laughter will live on through his family. Kenneth Joseph "Maz" Mazzola Sr. will be deeply missed by all who knew him, but his memory will be cherished forever in the hearts of those he loved. May he rest in peace.
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May 13, 2024 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Martha M. Yablonsky, 86, died Saturday May 11, 2024. She is the daughter of the late Frank and Margeret Vach. She is survived by her children John Yablonsky, Mary (Wayne) Sturges, Katie Yablonsky, and Mimi (Jay) Yablonsky; granddaughter Jessica; and great-grandchildren Joey, Taylor, Meghan, Kennedy, Rory and Connor. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Peter Yablonsky, brother Anthony Vach, and sister Frances Nosich. Martha was a member of Queen of the Rosary Church, Christian Mother's, and former member of St. Stephen's Roman Catholic Church. She worked in medical records at Jefferson Hospital for many years. Friends will be received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home in Glassport on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8. A mass will be held Thursday 10am at the Queen of the Rosary Church. Internment following New St. Joseph Cemetery, North Versailles.
May 13, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Joanne Jordan, 79, of McKeesport, passed away Sunday, May 12, 2024. She was born September 7, 1944 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late George and Susan (Wankulitz) Lesko. She was the wife of the late Donald R. Jordan. She was a longtime member of Prayer Time Cathedral in White Oak. She spent her later years as a caregiver to her family members.
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May 13, 2024 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
William E. Walicura, age 87, of McKeesport, died May 4, 2024, at Concordia at Cabot. Born June 20, 1936, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late William and Margaret (Veronick) Walicura.
William served in the Navy and was an inspector at Christy Park Works. He relished the thrill of watching horse racing at the Meadow's, with a particular fondness for the Kentucky Derby which was running the day he passed. An avid golfer, he found joy in watching golf tournaments on TV and football games, immersing himself in the excitement of the sport.
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May 12, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Evelyn M. Miller, age 97 of North Huntingdon, died May 12, 2024, at her granddaughter's home surrounded by her family. She was born March 24, 1927, in Pittsburgh, Pa., a daughter of the late Andrew and Florence Sylvis Graham. Evelyn was known as the candy lady at Walden's View. She enjoyed playing cards, bingo, and playing hymns on the organ. Prior to her retirement, she was employed by the Norwin High School cafeteria and as an office manager for Dr. Churma, D.C. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Howard in 1986, one brother, Donald Graham, one sister Betty Hunter. She is survived by two sons, Robert (Melinda), Miller, Thom (Lorraine) Miller, one daughter, Ginna Kraus (George), 10 grandchildren, Jeff Miller (Kelly), Christa Ricciuti (Scott), Jacquelyn Jared (Mike), Kaley Wood (Jim), Lindsay Lewis, Amy Kemper (Barry), Jodi Sawyer Kraus, Jayme Miller (Andrea), Sarah Forkner(Dan), Erik Miller, 17 great grandchildren, Leo, Sophie, Anthony, Brody, Noah, Cole, Colin, Mason, Tiegen, Graham, Grey, Julia, Ty, Capree, Maezee, Grady and Maddy , numerous nieces and nephews. A celebration of life will be held in July. The family would like to thank Redstone Hospice for their care and compassion for Evelyn the past three months. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
May 11, 2024 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Juanita "Nada" (Bickus) Sloss, 88 of West Mifflin entered into eternal life paecefully at home on Saturday, May 11, 2024. Born in Duquesne on January 12, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Barbara (Kostelnik) Bickus. Mrs. Sloss was a member of St. Joseph Church of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish. Beloved wife of the late Charles "Chick" P. Sloss, she is survived by her loving children; Cheryl (Larry) Stefan, Beverly (John) Seba, Karen (Late Victor) Boytos, and Nita (Richard) Ignat. She is also survived by many grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great granddaughter and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by a son Charles J. Sloss. A wonderful and loving homemaker, Nada also found great happiness as a foster mother to two children.
Family and friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 PM on Tuesday May 14, 2024 in the William S. Skovranko Memorial Home Inc., 828 Richford Street, Duquesne. A Blessing Service in the Memorial Home on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 9 AM will be followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 AM in St Joseph Church, Duquesne, with Rev. Thomas Lewandowski as celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin.
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May 11, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Eileen Waskowicz Proctor, age 74 of Level Green passed away May 11, 2024, Eileen let God know that it was time to call her home to Heaven. She told God that she couldn’t make it another day with all of her health issues. He heard her prayer. Eileen told her daughters, Leslie Proctor Savage (Michael) of Irwin, PA and Kellee Birnstiel of Birmingham, England that she was going home. She said that she missed her husband C. Ray Proctor who beat her to the gate on January 19, 2024. She hadn’t seen her father, Frank Waskowicz in 66 years nor her mother, Rose Bielic Waskowicz in almost 9 years. Oh, and her beloved first grandchild Nathan Christian Thorne who left this Earth in December 2021. Most of all, Eileen finally got to see her Lord and Savior, Jesus. Eileen had continued her father’s mission to tell everyone, even total strangers that “JESUS LOVES YOU and He Has A Wonderful Plan For Your Life.” She gave out Bibles every chance she was given. Her greatest joy was to pray with people and share the good news of Jesus Christ. She would say, “It is not about what you have done in your life, good or bad; it is all about what Jesus did for you.” Eileen loved all of her surviving grandchildren; they called her “Doll.” Mikayla Birnstiel of Gainesville FL, Tristan Birnstiel of Edgewood MD, Trevor Birnstiel (Meagan) of Brockton MA, Dane Birnstiel of San Diego CA, Saxon Birnstiel of Cork, Ireland and Luke Michael Proctor Savage of Irwin PA. On the 9th of April 2024, Eileen became a step great-grandma to Emma of Brockton MA. Eileen did not have any siblings, but she was blessed to have many cousins and old friends who still remain quite close. Eileen graduated from Trafford High School in 1967. She worked for various companies over the years doing office work and sales. Just 10 or so years ago, she and C. Ray worked together providing interior home remodeling for Proctor Construction. Eileen loved to garden and cook & bake for family and friends. She lived her whole life in the house that her father built in 1950 in Level Green. It was there, Eileen took her very last breath and left her body to be “present with the Lord.” Amen! Amen! Amen! Her favorite chapter, Psalms 121. In lieu of flowers, Eileen would have loved for you to support her grandson’s memorial scholarship, The Nathan Christian Thorne Scholarship Fund, 603 Beech Drive, Trafford, PA 15085 www.NathanChristian.org Funeral Arrangements have been made by the James Shirley Funeral Home Inc. All Services and Burial Are Private. Interment will be at the Penn Lincoln Memorial Park in North Huntingdon PA.
May 11, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Paul W. "Sparky" McGowan, 86, of North Huntingdon, passed away on May 10, 2024 at his home. He was born on October 11, 1937 in McKeesport, a son of the late Jess Hoak and Frances Gay. Prior to his retirement, Paul was employed as a tree trimmer for both Aspen and Davey Tree Companies. He was a veteran of the US Air Force, having served in the Korean War. In his free time, Paul was a jack-of-all-trades. He enjoyed working on projects around the house, and took pride in helping his neighbors. Paul always looked forward to camping with his wife, attending car shows, and creating pieces of art. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife Martha Hall McGowan, and his sons, Paul McGowan Jr. and Shawn Gregory McGowan. He is survived by his daughters, ShayLee Gonzalez, and Heather Mayer, grandchildren, Shando, Brianda, Rionno, Jessica, Joshua, Justin, Jake, Johnna, and Jordan, and great-grandchildren, Jackson, Wyatt, Aria, and Charlotte. Friends will be received on Tuesday from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. A funeral service will take place on Wednesday at 1 PM in the funeral home chapel. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
