September 04, 2024 |
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Kendall L. Pierre, age 44, of Canonsburg, and formerly of New Orleans, LA passed away on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at Jefferson Hospital. Born April 30, 1980, in Luling, LA, he was the son of the late Charles Brown and the late Linda Ann Jenkins. He worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant for We Care at South Hills in Canonsburg. He was survived by his sister Keylanda (Vincent Victor) Pierre of Houston, TX; nieces and nephews D'quan Pierre, and Ashley, Asia, Aliyah, Vincent E. and Vincent I. Victor; and cousins.
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September 03, 2024 |
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Roy Dennis Opfar, age 70, of Lincoln, passed away on Sunday, September 1, 2024 at Jefferson Hospital. A member of Elizabeth Baptist Church, he retired as a medical records representative for UPMC in Pittsburgh and was a bus monitor in the Elizabeth Forward School District for special needs students, for whom he had a great deal of love. Born May 3, 1954 in McKeesport, he was a son of Wilma (Salzer) Opfar of Lincoln and the late Theodore Opfar. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his siblings, Theodore (Sharon) Opfar of Versailles, John (Kim) Opfar of Jefferson Hills, Tracy Opfar of Elizabeth, Billie Jo Kurta of Clairton, Karen (Chris) Davis of Canonsburg and Kevin (Lisa) Opfar of Lincoln; also, nieces and nephews. No visitation is planned. A memorial service will take place at Elizabeth Baptist Church, 735 Bunola River Road, Elizabeth on Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 2 PM with Pastor Jeff Riker officiating. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
August 27, 2024 |
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Judith (Schallenberger) Fisher, age 84, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at Jefferson Hospital. A member of the Mercy Hospital School of Nursing Alumni Association, she retired as a registered nurse at Jefferson Hospital. She was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. Born March 13, 1940 in Jacobs Creek, she was a daughter of the late George and Margaret (Movic) Schallenberger and wife of the late Randolph H. Fisher Sr. She is survived by sons, David A. (Susan) Fisher of Allison Park and Richard D. (Susan) Fisher of Wickenburg, AZ; grandchildren, Katherine Fisher of Cleveland, Ohio, Megan (Drew) Dvorsky of Zebulon, NC and Christopher Fisher of Shaler Twp.; sister, Sister Carolyn Schallenberger of Pittsburgh; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by son, Randolph H. Fisher Jr., and her dog, Missy. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Thursday, August 29, 2024 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Private burial will be in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
August 26, 2024 |
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Sabrina F. Boyle, age 19, of Elizabeth, formerly of Belle Vernon, passed away on Friday, August 23, 2024 at West Penn Hospital. She was a former colorguard at Elizabeth Forward High School, and enjoyed the outdoors and fishing and hunting. Born January 22, 2005 in Washington, PA, she was a daughter of Richard (Michelle) Boyle of Belle Vernon and Lisa McClellan (Steven) Beatty of Elizabeth. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her brothers, Ethan Boyle and Jacob, Trevor and Oliver Beatty; maternal grandparents, James and Charlotte McClellan of Claysville, James (Andrea) Beatty of Monaca and Pamela (Bo) Harper of Baldwin; paternal grandparents, Mark and Kathy Boyle of North Charleroi and Dan and Barb Harvey of Charleroi; also, aunts, uncles and cousins. A memorial gathering will take place at the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth, on Friday, September 6, 2024 from 6-8 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sabrina Boyle Go Fund Me Account. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
August 25, 2024 |
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Joseph L. Mundorff, age 89, of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2025, at Baldwin Health Center. He was a retired steelworker at U.S. Steel Clairton Works and a U.S. Army veteran who formerly served as an honor guard for President Dwight D. Eisenhower. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing. Born July 6, 1935, in Bolivar, he was a son of the late William and Mabel (Fletcher) Mundorff. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Mary Jane (Ofcharik) Mundorff; sons, Rich Mundorff of Canonsburg and Ronald Mundorff of Belle Vernon; grandchildren, Tyler, Jaylene and Ryan Mundorff; also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, from 3-7 PM. A funeral service will take place on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at 10AM in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Matt Fricker officiating. Private burial at Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to the Vitalant Pittsburgh Blood Donation Center, 4701 Baptist Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15227. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
August 23, 2024 |
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David A. Kelly, age 65, of Boston, passed away on Thursday, August 22, 2024 at home. He was a retired office worker at Pembertons in Boston. He was a member of Elizabeth Baptist Church and a former member of Boston Volunteer Fire Co. He enjoyed NASCAR, the Steelers, and flea markets. Born February 14, 1959 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Rev. Roy A. and Ruth M. (McClain) Kelly.
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August 20, 2024 |
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Timothy Zalac, age 59 of Elizabeth Township, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, August 20, 2024. Born January 14, 1965 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Steve and Dorothy (Yuhas) Zalac. Timothy was a member of Bricklayers and Allied Craftsmen #9, current owner of Rinnie's Place in Perryopolis, and former owner of The Sweet Spot Bakery in Rostraver Plaza. He is survived by his wife Kimberley (Harris) Zalac; his daughters Virginia "Boomchadakizmo" and Jennie "Bobennie" Zalac; his sisters Sandra Boden, Michelle Concha, Connie Rossetti, Stephanie Boden; his brothers David, Craig, Gerald Fortney, Stephen; his brother-in-law Chuck Harris; and nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother James Fortney. Friends will be received in the Daniel F. Bekavac Funeral Home, Versailles, on Friday, August 23, 2024 from 2 PM to 4 PM and from 6 PM to 8 PM. A prayer service will take place in the funeral home on Friday, August 23, 2024 at 7:30 PM. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
August 19, 2024 |
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Bonnie Jo VanFosson, age 57, of Elizabeth, passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at Jefferson Hospital. She was a secretary for Dr. Rudolph A. Antoncic, MD in McKeesport and a former member of Elizabeth Wesleyan Church. Born October 21, 1966 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late William H. and Mary (Maple) VanFosson. She is survived by her brother, William C. "Butch" (Dorree Gedekoh) VanFosson of Elizabeth; nephew, Troy (Barbra) VanFosson of Elizabeth Twp.; great-nephews, Memphis and Stephen VanFosson; step-nieces, Allison Hertzig of Boston and Presley Hertzig; and step-nephews, Julian and Dax Hertzig. No visitation is planned. Burial is private in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
August 19, 2024 |
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James S. Francis, Jr., age 51 of Parma, OH and formerly of South Park, passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2024. Born May 21, 1973 in Pittsburgh, he is a son of Andrea (Golashewski) Francis of Clairton and the late James S. Francis, Sr.. A security guard at the Cleveland Plain Dealer, James enjoyed drag racing and working on/driving his lifted truck. Most importantly, James's family will remember him as a very supportive person who was always there for life's big events. They will remember him as a loving son, brother, and uncle and will miss him dearly. Besides his mother, he is survived by his sisters Victoria (the late Marc(companion James Currance)) Mirenna and Diana Lynn (Mark) Mosco of Van Voorhis; his nieces and nephews Joel, Justin, Jacey, and Jerzy Mirenna and Kayla, Willie, and Dominic Mosco; and his maternal grandfather Jon (the late Helen) Golashewski. Besides his father, James was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, the late Elmer and Mildred Francis.
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August 16, 2024 |
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John A. Simmons, age 86, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Friday, August 16, 2024 at The Pines of Mt. Lebanon. An Army veteran, he retired as a manager for Shop N Save in Belle Vernon. He was a member of Buena Vista Fire Hall and enjoyed golfing and family vacations at the beach. Born April 6, 1938 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late John and Lucy (Eisel) Simmons. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Gerry L. (Fischer) Simmons; daughters, Lisa (Mark) Mikula of Elizabeth and Michelle (Jim) Baynham of Bethel Park; son, John (Melissa) Simmons of Bethel Park; grandchildren, Kayla (Nate Bolias) Mikula, Matthew (Cayla Fraas) Mikula, Zachary Simmons, Nick Baynham and CJ Baynham; sisters-in-law, Charlotte "Chuccie" Fischer of Belle Vernon and Valerie (Mark) Lanham of The Villages, FL; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sister, Charlotte Greco.
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August 16, 2024 |
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Richard Perkoski, Jr., age 56 of Lincoln Borough, passed away at home on Friday, August 16, 2024. Born February 7, 1968 in McKeesport, he was the son of Richard Perkoski, Sr. of Lincoln Borough and the late Barbara Ann (Farmer) Perkoski. A member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish, Richard was a licensed journeyman plumber for Port Vue Plumbing and a member of the Local #27 Plumbers Union. Besides his father, he is survived by his sister Michelle (Lee Gagliardi) Perkoski of Lincoln Borough, his nephews Cole and Tyler Perkoski, his uncles Ron (Sue) and Ken (Laura) Perkoski, both of Port Vue, and also cousins.
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August 15, 2024 |
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Michael Robert Green, age 77 of Clairton, passed away at home on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. Born October 27, 1946 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Salem M. and Audrey (Verbanes) Green. An extremely talented musician, Michael played trumpet with many famous musicians, including Johnny Mathis when he was only 16 years old. He was also a member of the popular LA Band, The Sods.
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August 13, 2024 |
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Cameron C. Johnson, age 32, of Charleroi, formerly of Donora, passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2024 at Transitions Healthcare - Washington. He was a car salesman for the last 5 years. He was an avid weightlifter. He enjoyed soccer, football, and playing video games. He loved to travel. He loved being a dad. Born February 7, 1992 in Monongahela, he was a son of Claudia (Richardson) Johnson of Donora. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Aubree S. (Hempel) Johnson; children, Naomi Rose and Roman Claude Johnson, at home; maternal grandparents, Claude and Bobbi Richardson of Donora; sisters, Chelsea Johnson of Donora and Cheyenne (Marcel) Lindsay of Charleroi; brother, Chase Johnson of Charleroi; nephew, Isaiah; niece, Elaina;
and uncle, Derek Richardson of Donora. A memorial service will take place on Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 6 PM at Christian Center Church in Rostraver Twp. with Pastor Tim Burgan and Pastor Mike Hough officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the family, in care of Christian Center Church, 130 Charity Lane, Rostraver, PA 15012. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
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August 12, 2024 |
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Raymond D. DiRienzo Sr., age 87, of West Mifflin, passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2024 at Concordia of Monroeville. He was a retired plumber, a member of Blessed Trinity Parish - Holy Angels Church, and a former member of the Hays Moose. He loved bowling and was a former manager of many youth baseball leagues. He loved fishing, gardening, and his dog, Casey "Gooch." Born March 5, 1937 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late Domenic and Requilda (Zappa) DiRienzo. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Rosemary (Tomko) DiRienzo; son, Raymond D. (Stephanie) DiRienzo of Venice, FL; daughters, Reina (David) Dreistadt of Elizabeth Twp. and Rhea (Matt) LeBedda of Smock; grandchildren, Domenic, Zachary, Lyndsay, Jamee and Nicole; five great-grandchildren; also, nieces and nephews. A private memorial service took place in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home Chapel with Deacon Daniel E. Nizan officiating. Offer condolences at
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August 09, 2024 |
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Ronald E. Barncord, age 86, of Elrama, passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at home. He was a retired borough worker and police officer in West Mifflin. He was affiliated with Elrama Community Church and was a member of VFW Post 803 in Wilson and Wilson American Citizens Club. Born August 9, 1937 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Roy and Anne (Jakes) Barncord. He is survived by his wife of 26 years, Carol L. (Wilson) Barncord; daughters, Cindy (Jim) Zimmerman of East Waterford, Sherry Evervitt of San Diego, CA, Sandy Colarusso of Greensburg and Lori (Dave) Zelenko of Venetia; grandchildren, Jeremy (Ashley) Fedor, Lexi Evervitt and Macie Puciata; great-grandson, Cole Milto; niece, Cheryl Dausey; also survived by many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by son, Calvin Barncord; grandson, Michael Milto; and siblings, Marlyn Tison and Duane Barncord. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Sunday, August 11, 2024 from 12 Noon until the time of funeral service at 2 PM in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Jude Urso officiating. Burial will be in Jefferson Memorial Park, Pleasant Hills. Memorial contributions may be made to Elrama Community Church, 19 Downer Avenue, Elrama, PA 15038. Offer condolences at
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