January 02, 2021 |
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Darlene J. (Zahn) Kerchner, 69, peacefully passed on December 29, 2020 at the age of 69. Darlene was the devoted wife of Michael Kerchner for 47 years. Loving mother of Lori (Scott) Shaulis, Douglas Kerchner and Suzanne (Bull) Dryer, Adoring grandmother of Haylee, Dalton, Madison, DaKoda and Andrew. Darlene was preceded in passing by her parents, Mike and Joan (Smith) Matarazzo. Darlene was an avid bingo player and loved chocolate ice cream. Above all, she loved her family, especially her grandkids that filled her life. She will be deeply missed by her family and many friends.
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December 30, 2020 |
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Marjorie (Droske) “Sweet Marge” Barnyk, 89, of McKeesport peacefully passed on December 23, 2020.
Marge was born on September 25, 1931 in North Braddock to the late Michael and Theresa (Diritski) Droske. She was the wife of the late Michael Barnyk.
Loving and devoted mom of Renee (Richard) Tommarello, Michele (Howard) Ferree and Cindy (Tom) Moran. Special grandma of 8 grandchildren and 6 great- grandchildren. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
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December 21, 2020 |
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John A. Vichie, 63, died tragically on December 16, 2020. He was born August 23, 1957, the very devoted son of Genevieve (Corcoran) Tucci.
Loving brother of Chris A. Vichie, Drew (Lyna) Tucci and Leonard Tucci, caring uncle of Nikki and Zac Tucci. John is also survived by his uncles, Leonard Tucci, Barry Corcoran and William Corcoran, other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in passing by his father, John Vichie.
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November 16, 2020 |
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Charles “Chuck” Allen, 75, of North Huntingdon Twp. died Nov. 10, 2020, with his beloved Wife, Carol (Novakovich) Allen at his side.
Chuck spent 47 beautiful years married to the love of his life, Carol. He was the loving father of an “Amazing Daughter” Tami (Allen) Ferguson and a Very Caring Son-in-law Andrew Ferguson. He was also a fun-loving grandfather to Joshua and Camren.
He cherished and treasured every precious moment he spent with his “awesome” grandchildren.
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October 13, 2020 |
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Karen Malackany, 49, died Oct. 8, 2020. She was born Dec. 14, 1970, a daughter of the late Pauline (nee Belinsky and Michael Malackany. Dear sister of Michele (Steve) Rudolph, Paula (Don Frazier) Gilmer, Steve (Lisa) Malackany and the late Jeff Malackany.
Karen is also survived by her uncle, Bob Malackany and numerous nieces and nephews. Karen loved music and singing and especially dancing Polkas with her dad. She would light up the room with her infectious laugh and smile.
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September 21, 2020 |
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Dolores Ann Martin, age 88, passed after fulfilling her life here on earth, God welcomes Dolores into his Kingdom this day, September 20th, 2020.
A working single mother with the help of her parents, Charles Fate and Eunice (Cunningham) Fate, raised two children, Gary (April) Martin, Joan D. Martin, and a deceased infant girl.
She leaves 5 grandchildren, Jason Martin, Justin Martin, great grandchildren; Chloe, Sarah, Jennifer, Christina, Felicity, Nolan, Lilly, Walker, Rebecca, Noah, Finly, Carmen and Vanna. They were her pride and joy and the love of her life. She also leaves my cousins of the Hopbell family and especially her favorite cousin, Leroy and Connie Kennell, Marcie, Marylyn. Special friend of Lois Ondish, Marylyn and above all Marlene Hanlon.
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September 19, 2020 |
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James Robert “West Virginia Jim” Pusey Sr. died Friday, September 18, 2020.
Jim was a lifelong member of West Wilmerding Fire Dept, Station 211, a proud Veteran of the United States Army, and a member of the Sub Alpine Society in Turtle Creek. He was an avid lover of Jeeps, Nascar, his home State of West Virginia and the Mountaineers. Above all, Jim loved his kids and grandkids.
Jim is survived by Sherry Russell, his loving girlfriend of 21 years. Beloved father of Melvin (Desiree) Saula, Michele (Mike) Brancato, JR (Lindsay) Pusey, Merle “Bud” (Amy) Pusey. Adoring grandfather of Alyssa Saula, Alyza Pusey, Marie Brancato, Tessa Pusey, Santino Hartford, Maddy Machtley and Brianna Hartford, great grandfather of Cora Smith and Mason James Giglio. He is also survived by his brother, Sam (BJ) Pusey, Tim Pusey, Mike (Naomi) Pusey, Mark (April) Pusey; sisters, Tina (Larry) Windon, Susan Reed, Tammy Evans, the mother of his children, Kathleen (nee Saula) Hynes, many nieces and nephews and many friends.
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September 09, 2020 |
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Joseph “Joe” Botti, 70, of North Versailles Twp., died unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 8, 2020. A son of the late William “Sarge” Botti, and late Maria (Cerrati) Botti.
Beloved husband of 46 years to Lynne (nee Barnes) Botti of North Versailles. Loving father of Joe (Shelly) Botti and Michelle (Justin) Marton. Loving brother of Ralph (Cookie) Botti, brother in law of Lawrence Barnes. Adoring grandfather of Jillian, Lauren, Lexie, Jackson.
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August 31, 2020 |
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Tracy Ann (DeFelice) Henricksen passed on August 28, 2020 at the age of 47. Tracy was the devoted wife of Justin P. Henricksen; loving mother of Steven Thompson, adoring grandmother of 2. She was preceded in passing by her father, Joseph DeFelice and brother, Joseph DeFelice II. In addition to her husband, son and grandchildren, Tracy is survived by her mother, Rose (Garbowski) Smith, sister, Kristy Blitch, numerous nieces nephews and friends. Tracy loved dogs and doing all kinds of crafts. Family and friends are welcome in the Alfieri Funeral Home, Inc., 201 Marguerite Ave, Wilmerding, PA 15148, 412-824-4332, on Wednesday from 4pm to 8pm. Due to current health restrictions, only 25 people are allowed in the funeral at a time, masks are required. Please visit us at www.alfierifuneralhome.com for online condolences.
August 26, 2020 |
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Richard P. “Ricky” Tucker, 67, died suddenly on Saturday, August 22, 2020. Ricky was the beloved son of Joann (nee Seaman) Tucker Frank “Bucky” (wife Jean) Tucker. Devoted father of Dana (Bill) McDonald and Rich (Tina) Tucker. Adoring grandfather of Shayna, Torie, Haley, Nathan and Alivia.
He is also survived by his siblings Gary (Tacy) Tucker and Sharon (Jim) Dunbar, former spouse Annamarie Tucker, numerous nieces and nephews, his special friend Kenny Kochis as well as many other friends. Ricky loved his family more than anything.
He enjoyed working on cars and helping others. He was always ready to help anyone with anything they needed. Ricky was a former member of the Wilmerding Fire Dept. and a life member of the Ukrainian Club in Wilmerding. He was a retired maintenance man for the East Allegheny School District.
Ricky was loved by so many and will be deeply missed.
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August 26, 2020 |
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Leo Love, 79, of North Versailles Twp. died August 24, 2020. He was born on May 23, 1941 a son of the late William and Katherine Love. Leo was the beloved husband of the late Margaret “Peggy” Love. Dad of Jeff Love and John Love. Grandfather of Zachary and Dillon and great grandfather of Delaynie.
Brother of Ronald (Vivian) Love, Richard (Lori) Love, Katherine (John) Wheeler. Leo is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Leo was a faithful and active member of Holy Angels Church in Wilmerding along with his late wife. He also enjoyed gardening, hunting, a good beer and the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates.
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August 19, 2020 |
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Rev. Beatrice J. (Yutzy) Lamonte, age 103, of North Versailles Twp., made her journey to heaven on August 17th just two months shy of her 104th birthday. She was born on October 29, 1916 in Bakersville, PA, one of twelve children to Harry and Jessie (Shultz) Yutzy.
As a young woman, she moved to New York City where she met and married her husband of 55 years, the late Marc Anthony “Tony” Lamonte. At 23, she was diagnosed with tuberculosis and was given no hope to live. During a 9-month stay in a sanatorium, she decided to follow Jesus Christ and answer the call to become a preacher, a call she first felt at 7 years of age. She made a miraculous recovery and never looked back.
Upon returning to the area, Pastor Bea founded the non-denominational church, Temple of Faith, in 1955. Prior to its start, she and seven young people gathered on a hillside to pray before moving their meetings to her home and then to a building on 5th Avenue in McKeesport. She stepped into the pulpit at a time when a woman’s calling was typically limited to teaching Sunday school or playing the piano.
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July 30, 2020 |
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Eleanor (Yesko) Brletic, 91, of Monroeville, peacefully passed on Sunday, July 26, 2020.
Eleanor was the devoted wife of the late John “Tom” Brletic. Loving mother of Thomas (Melanie) Brletic, Patricia “Sweetie” Brletic and the late Sandra Smith. Adoring Grandmother of Shannon (Josh) Alfer, Kelly (Geff McEwen) Smith, great-grandmother of Tyler and Chase Alfer.
In addition to her daughter Sandra, Eleanor was preceded in passing by her parents George and Mary Yesko and brother, John (Surviving Mathilda) Yesko.
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July 03, 2020 |
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Patrick Dennis Butler tragically and suddenly passed away on June 29, 2020 at age 34. He is survived by his loving parents Dennis and Lori Butler, his siblings Kelleigh (Robert Boland), Brian (Cassy Butler), and was an amazing, loving uncle to Connor and Cassie Boland and Brandon Russo.
Pat was a treasured nephew and beloved cousin to the extended Butler and Kapcin families. He was born and raised in Wilmerding, PA and graduated from East Allegheny High School. Pat worked as a steel worker at US Steel Irvin Works, a role he took great pride in, and he valued the friendships he made with his coworkers.
Pat was a huge sports fan and could always be found wearing a team hat and hoodie. He loved playing basketball, watching good movies, playing video games, and spending quality time with his friends and family. His wonderful sense of humor, kindness, giving nature, and smile made everyone he met feel welcomed and valued.
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June 28, 2020 |
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Patricia (Puzder) Mariani, age 82, of North Versailles Twp., passed on June 25, for a joyful heavenly reunion with her daughters, Gina Ann and Diana Mariani, and granddaughter, Gina Marie Mariani.
She dedicated her life to her faith and love for others, showing kindness and selflessness to all who knew her. While raising her four children, she pursued undergraduate and master’s teaching degrees and went on to share a love of learning and reading with generations of students at St. Aloysius, St. Robert Bellarmine and St. Bede Catholic Schools.
She was the rock and center of her family, demonstrating strength and courage throughout her life, even to her final moments. She loved to travel, read, swim, socialize, and most of all spend time with her family, especially many trips to the beach and Christmas celebrations.
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