Paul S. Kacmarik
February 12, 2026 |
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Rhonda Lee Alderson
February 12, 2026 |
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Rhonda Lee Alderson, a woman of profound creativity and articulate spirit, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2026, at the age of 65.
Born on May 28, 1960, Rhonda was the beloved daughter of Patricia (Simko) Alderson of Clairton and the late Donald Alderson. For over thirty years, she was a cornerstone of the dietary department at Jefferson Hospital, where her unwavering work ethic and dedication were widely respected. A woman of faith, she was a member of the former St. Paulinas Church.
Rhonda possessed an artist’s soul and a writer’s eye for detail. An accomplished and published photographer, her work graced the pages of Snap’d and Shutter Up magazines. Her creative ingenuity was unparalleled; she was a master crafter who could transform the ordinary into the extraordinary, a talent most notably seen in the festive and meticulous way she decorated her home and porch for every holiday.
She found her greatest contentment in life's quietude—watching the birds she so lovingly fed, the company of her cherished dogs, and the simple luxury of a morning coffee or an evening beverage on her porch. Whether she was painting, fishing, traveling, or tending to a fire under the stars, Rhonda found beauty in every moment and shared that joy with those she loved.
Rhonda was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Wally Mortimer, in 2014 and by her father, Donald Alderson, on March 17, 2024.
Her legacy of love and elegance remains with her mother, Patricia Alderson; her devoted daughter, Katie Mortimer; her brother, James Alderson; and her sister, Kelly DiSciullo. She is also survived by her nieces and nephews—Lauren Alderson, Kayla Powell, Thomas Alderson, and Shailyn Strother—along with ten great-nieces and nephews, and a community of friends who will deeply miss her sharp wit and kind heart.
Rhonda’s life was a masterfully written story of family, faith, and the pursuit of beauty. She will be held in everlasting memory.
Ruth M. Peterson
February 10, 2026 |
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Joseph H. Rush Sr.
February 06, 2026 |
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Dorothy I. "Dot" Hurley
February 05, 2026 |
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Dorothy I. "Dot" Hurley, age 84 of White Oak, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 in Forbes Hospital, Monroeville. Born February 21, 1941 in McKees Rocks, she was the daughter of the late John William and Alma I. (Smith) Haas, Jr. A member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, Dorothy retired after 26+ years as a chief payroll clerk with the Port Authority on the North Side. If you ever encountered Gam, also known as Mom, Dot, or Mima, it was always met with a smile. She loved traveling the world with her family, playing cards, and simply sitting back and people-watching. It was as if she never met a stranger. She had a way of talking to anyone and making you feel like she’d known you forever. She is already so deeply missed, and the void she leaves behind can never truly be filled. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, the late Eugene A. "Gene" Hurley, her second mother who raised her Erma Haas, and two of her great-grandchildren: Elijah Carr and Emma Turner. Dorothy is survived by her children William (Tammie) Hurley of Valdosta, GA, Cindy Lou Marr of Pittsburgh, and Cynthia (Allan) Carr of White Oak; her grandchildren Mika (Scottie) Brogdon, Ashley (Josh) Turner, Zachary (April) Hurley, Kayleigh (fiance' David Greenfeld) Bush, Theresa Marr, Michael Marr, Alicia (Chukky) Okobi, Ryan (Lauren) Carr, and Shane (Nandi Meade) Carr; her great-grandchildren Kinsley, Daniel, Brent, Hannah, Kaden, Tessa, Carter, Maddox, Ari, Dylan, and Ivi; her sister Phyllis (George) Geanopulos of Canonsburg; and also nieces and nephews.
LeRoy V. Verbanes
February 01, 2026 |
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Kerry M. Felicetty
January 30, 2026 |
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Kerry Michael Felicetty, 62 of Washington and formerly of Glassport, passed away Saturday, January 24, 2026 peacefully at home. Born July 26, 1963, in Glassport, he was the son of the late Emil and Gaynelle (Woy) Felicetty. He was also proceeded in death by his brother Shawn Felicetty. Kerry retired from the post office. He was an avid music lover. Kerry loved his outdoors and never turned down camping or a good bonfire. He is survived by his loving daughter, Emily Felicetty and step son Cody Hohl. He is also survived by his sister Kristen Felicetty, of West Newton and brother Shannon (Tamara) Felicetty of Buena Vista. He is also survived by his nieces and nephew Crystal (Dave) Slover, Samantha (Marc) Fate, Ryan (Samantha) Felicetty, Sarah (Marty) Sidorchuck; and also his great nieces and nephews Mark, Felicity, Teddy, Kinleigh, and Marek.
Evelyn Perrone
January 28, 2026 |
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Evelyn Perrone, age 90 of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 in Whitehall Borough Post Acute. Born May 20, 1935 in Clairton, she was a daughter of the late Amos and Cesarina (Lombardi) Dolfi. A member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Clare of Assisi Church, Evelyn is survived by her children Peter Perrone of Jefferson Hills and Andrea (the late Walter) Herrick of Rochester, NY. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her son Clinton Perrone, her brother Emil Dolfi, and her sister Dorothy Florenz.
Craig C. Peterson
January 26, 2026 |
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Craig Carroll Peterson ended his journey on earth on January 25, 2026. He was the son of Carroll Victor Peterson and Jennie Prince Peterson of Clairton, PA. Born on June 10, 1946, Craig was outgoing and rebellious from the time of his birth. He shocked his mother by crawling out of his crib and down a flight of steps to join her in the backyard while she was hanging laundry—at six months of age!
Craig was a cub scout, boy scout and Eagle scout. He was tapped for the Order of the Arrow—the only scout award selected by fellow scouts for outstanding leadership. In junior and senior high school, he played the clarinet and French horn in the orchestral and marching bands. He loved music of every genre and could name every performer and song from the 1960s and 70s. He spent one summer in Cordoba, Argentina, as an exchange student and then hosted a student from Colombia for one semester. He never lost his Spanish language skills.
Craig loved distinctive cars and bought a 1929 Ford Model A when he was 16. He owned a classic Volkswagen “Bug” and a British-produced, Griffith, which was a low, sleek, two-seater sports car. It was on his Honda motorcycle in 1967 that he was broadsided by a car and lost his foot in the accident.
He graduated from Clairton High School in 1964 and from the University of Pittsburgh with a degree in Psychology. He worked in various sales jobs and especially liked selling electronics because he knew so much about them.
He moved to San Francisco for 10 years and enjoyed the counter-culture lifestyle of that city. But he returned to the Pittsburgh area for the remainder of his life. He battled psychological problems for much of his adult life and had the courage to endure the problems on a daily basis.
Craig maintained friendships all his life, even from grade school. He is survived by his sister, Diane Peterson Mathis (Larry Mathis) of Houston, TX.
Linda Jean Sysdeski
January 26, 2026 |
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Linda spent most of her adult life and her entire career in Ripley, West Virginia, where she devoted over 30 years to Jackson County Schools as an elementary school teacher. She began in special education and later taught third and fourth grade, becoming the kind of teacher children remember forever for how safe, seen, and loved she made them feel.
A graduate of South Allegheny High School and Slippery Rock University, Linda carried her love for others and joy of life everywhere: in her classroom, in her friendships, at the Monroeville Senior Center, and especially in her family life. After retiring, she returned to the Pittsburgh area to be close to the people she loved most - especially her grandson, Augustus (“Gus”) Sydeski, now 10, who brought her endless pride and joy.
Linda’s joy wasn’t subtle. She had an infectious smile, a laugh people could recognize from across a room, and a way of making life feel lighter just by being in it. She loved pizza, spontaneous adventures, and she had a soundtrack for happiness: “Joy to the World” by Three Dog Night, a family staple this past year, sung together often. She also enjoyed Jelly Roll, because Linda had range. She loved Halloween and was exceedingly talented at making nut rolls and crocheting toy creatures.
Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Edwin “Legs” Sydeski and Lois Elaine Sydeski, along with cats, Faith and Dottie, and grand-dogs, Dante and Sirius.
She is survived by her daughter, Jennifer Sydeski Factor; son-in-law, Bradley Factor; grandson, Augustus Sydeski; brother, Tom (wife Dee) Sydeski; niece, Allison; nephew, Shaun; and great-niece, Alexis. She is also lovingly remembered by grand-dogs Ember and Shadow, and her own dog, Eddie.
Linda’s final year followed complications from surgery related to a congenital heart defect. Even then, she met each day with courage, humor, and the love of life that made her her. That year held hard moments, but it also held beauty: Gus reading to her, playing guitar for her, family singing together, and the kind of ordinary joy Linda always made extraordinary.
Visitation will be at the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth, Wednesday, January 28, 2026 from 3-7 PM. A funeral service in the funeral home chapel will be Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 10 AM with Pastor Justin Baker officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Vernon Cemetery, and a time of food and fellowship will follow.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Linda’s memorial scholarship can be made at https://www.gofundme.com/f/linda-jean-sydeski-scholarship-fund
May her memory be a blessing, and may her love remain a light in the lives of everyone she cared for so well.
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Rose Marie Odorcic
January 21, 2026 |
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Betsy L. Price
January 14, 2026 |
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Michael D. Adams
January 14, 2026 |
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Dennis J. Wilcher
January 13, 2026 |
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Helen Churilla
January 13, 2026 |
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