June 21, 2025 |
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JoAnn "Jojo" (Shamber) Perlick, age 80 of Clairton, passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2025 at Allegheny General Hospital. Born May 15, 1945 in Mt. Pleasant, she was the daughter of the late John and Anna Rose (Pollino) Shamber. JoAnn worked as a mixologist for many restaurants in the area. She was a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Clare of Assisi Church, VFW Post 803, and American Legion Daniel Keffer Post 75, all of Clairton. A one-of-a-kind person who was loved by all, JoAnn will be remembered for her helping and caring heart, her love for the beach, particularly St. Pete's Beach in Florida, and making sure no one she knew went without. JoAnn is survived by her husband of 30 years John N. Perlick; sons Earnest C. (Brenda) Brown of Bethel Park, John E. (Wendy) Brown of Virginia Beach, and Michael A. (Peggy) Brown of Clairton; step-son John K. Perlick of Greenock; step-daughter Carol (Victor) Sporio of Jefferson Hills; 13 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; siblings Mary Lou (the late Robert) Firczak of Clairton, Samuel (Janice) Shamber of Jefferson Hills, Diane (Robert) Merichko of Munhall, Christine (Margie) Shamber of Clairton, and Stephan R. (Christine) Shamber of Bethel Park; and many nieces and nephews.
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June 20, 2025 |
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Betty Ann Clark, age 81, of Cedar Hill, TN, formerly of Elizabeth, passed away Monday, June 16, 2025 at NHC Nursing Center in Springfield, TN. She was a member of Cedar Hill Baptist Church in TN and a former member of Elizabeth Baptist Church. She was a member of the Blaine Hill VFW Ladies Auxiliary. Born October 29, 1943 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Arthur S. and Hazel Ann (McCorkle) Mosena and wife of the late Eugene Allen Clark. She is survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by an uncle, John McCorkle. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth, on Tuesday, June 24, 2025 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service in the funeral home chapel will be Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 10 AM with Pastor Jude Urso officiating. Burial will be in Round Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Elizabeth Baptist Church, Center Avenue, Elizabeth, PA 15037. Offer condolences at http://www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
June 18, 2025 |
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William “Bill” J. Mulvihill Jr., age 70, of Elizabeth Twp., formerly of Lincoln Place in Pittsburgh, passed away peacefully at home June 17, 2025. A South High School graduate, he attended Dean Tech and began his company, Mulvihill Builders & Contractors, 40 years ago. He built his family home in Elizabeth Twp., where he lived for 28 years. In addition to his contracting business, Bill installed handicap equipment for the elderly and disabled throughout Western Pennsylvania. His work provided independence for people in their home. He touched so many lives and developed wonderful relationships. He was an avid sports fan of hockey and football and loved playing golf with his son. He enjoyed long, sunny days at the beach and most of all, Bill loved his family. Born March 11, 1955 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late William J. and Rosalia (Malatesta) Mulvihill. He is survived by his forever loving wife and best friend of 41 beautiful years, Sharon (Evanchec) Mulvihill; son, Evan (Erin Keller) Mulvihill of Scott Twp.; daughter, Minque Antoinette “Toni” Mulvihill of Greensburg; sister, Rosalia “Pinky” (James) Danchak of South Park; also, numerous nieces and other family. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth, on Friday, June 20, 2025 from 4-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 11 AM at St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. Entombment will be in Jefferson Memorial Park, Pleasant Hills. Offer condolences at http://www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
June 17, 2025 |
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Alvin D. Werner, age 83, of Forward Twp., passed away on Monday, June 16, 2025, at UPMC Shadyside Hospital, Pittsburgh. A retired teamster from West Elizabeth Lumber, he was a graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School, a life member of the Forward Twp. Volunteer Fire Department and a huge Pittsburgh Pirates fan. Born in Forward Twp. on October 13, 1941, he was a son of the late Anthony and Bessie (Wilson) Werner. He is survived by 27 nieces and nephews; numerous great and great-great nieces and nephews; and 3 great-great-great nieces. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, John, Eugene, Fredrick, Willard, and Wayne Werner, Luella Shoemaker and Mary Opfer, and a nephew. Friends will be received at the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 N Second Avenue, Elizabeth, on Thursday, June 19, 2025, from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A service will take place in the funeral home chapel on Friday, June 20, 2025, at 10 AM with Rev. Walter Pietschman officiating. Burial will follow at Jefferson Memorial Park, Pleasant Hills. Offer condolences at http://www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
June 16, 2025 |
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Kathleen M. Klueber, age 76, of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Friday, June 13, 2025, at Paramount Senior Living in Bethel Park. A native of Brookline, Kathie had resided in Bloomington, IN and Louisville, KY throughout her career in education. She was a retired professor from Spalding University in Louisville, KY and a former professor at the University of Louisville and Indiana University. She obtained a PhD from the University of Pittsburgh and was an avid quilter and painter. Born October 26, 1948, in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of the late Dr. William F. and Mary Catherine (Kirschbaum) Klueber. She is survived by a sister, Mary-Beth (Tom) Frazer of Sebring, FL; niece, Kimberly Klueber; nephews, William (Pamela) Frazer, Rich Klueber, Dave (Stacie) Klueber and Kevin (Aileen) Klueber; also, great-nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Richard W. Klueber. No visitation is planned. A mass of Christian burial will take place on Friday, June 20, 2025, at 10 AM in St. Thomas A Becket Church, Jefferson Hills. (EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH) Burial will follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, McMurray. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the National Kidney Foundation, 2403 Sidney Street, Suite 205, Pittsburgh, PA, 15203. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at http://www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
June 12, 2025 |
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Stephen P. Gogoel, age 76, of Blaine Hill, passed away Thursday, June 12, 2025 in UPMC McKeesport. He was an Air Force veteran of the Vietnam War, where he was an aircraft and engine mechanic, he was a retired electrician at UPMC Mercy. He loved NASCAR and was a Mark Martin fan. He was a lifetime member of Blaine Hill Volunteer Fire Co. and was a member of VFW Post 803 in Wilson. Born July 5, 1948 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Stephen A. and Dorothy R. (Hamadock) Gogoel. He is survived by his daughter, Stacie Gogoel of North Carolina; grandson, Colt; sisters, Paula (Bob) Papakie of Hertford, NC, Vicki (Paul) Vespi of Blaine Hill, Terri (Terry) Rodino of Egg Harbor Twp., NJ, Jackie (Joe) Formica of South Park; brother, David (Colleen) Gogoel of White Oak; also, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Kevin Gogoel on May 9, 2025. No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at http://www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
June 11, 2025 |
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Nancy Lynn (Core) Gesmond, age 61 of Versailles, passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 in Forbes Regional Hospital, Monroeville. Born July 31, 1963 in Alexandria, VA, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Anna (Wronkovich) Core. Nancy is survived by her loving husband Daniel Gesmond Sr.; her children Daniel Jr., Michael, and Nikki Gesmond; her grandchildren who she loved with all of her heart: Alivia, Joey, and Carson; her sister Louise Hudson; and also her three nephews.
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June 09, 2025 |
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Annette "Toni" McLaughlin, age 79 of Clairton, was called home by her Savior Jesus Christ in June of 2024. Born July 22, 1944, in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Anthony and Mary (Dora) Planich. Annette is survived by her children Ashley (Mark) Iddings and Ian McLaughlin, both of Pittsburgh, her granddaughter Audra, her sisters Emily (Donald) Parks of O'Hara Twp. and Mary Lou (John) Matola of Finleyville, as well as nieces and nephews.
A graduate of Mount Aloysius College with a propensity towards numbers and organization, she went on to work for the federal government in Washington D.C. and Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory. However, she gave up what would have been a promising career path to take on what she considered her most rewarding job, raising her children - which she made her world. A loving sister, mother, grandmother "Baba", aunt and friend; she was a sensitive soul, and an empathic listener with whom anyone could feel safe, heard, and comforted. To those who knew her best, she displayed razor-sharp wit, unparalleled humor and a playfully affectionate personality. She was graceful and meticulous in her appearance; actions and the atmosphere she created around her; making her beautiful both inside and out. She was the quiet presence in life that is now so undeniably loud in her absence.
Services will be private at the request of the family. Arrangements by the A.J. Bekavac Funeral Home, Clairton.
June 08, 2025 |
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Ann (McConville) Sadler, age 85, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at Southwestern Nursing Center. She enjoyed camping and visiting with her family around the United States and in England. Born July 17, 1939, in Liverpool, England, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Clare McConville and wife of the late George M. Sadler. She is survived by a daughter, Janine Everly of Elizabeth Twp.; granddaughter, Tawnya Everly of Pittsburgh; grandchildren, Marley, Athena and Adrian; sister, Barbara Johnson of Tacoma, WA; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a great-grandchild, Alina. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth, on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, from 11AM until the hour of blessing at 1PM in the funeral home with Rev. Thomas J. Burke officiating. Private burial at Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to Animal Friends, 562 Camp Horne Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Offer condolences at
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June 03, 2025 |
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Edward N. Welty, age 65, of West Elizabeth, passed away Monday, June 2, 2025 in Jefferson Hospital. He was a member of Elizabeth United Methodist Church. A registered nurse for more than 30 years, he worked mostly in the cardiac cath lab. He had a great work ethic and worked all over the country including Alaska and Hawaii, and spent a lot of time in Georgia, Florida and Texas. Born April 28, 1960 in New Eagle, he was a son of Robert N. and Dorothy (Kemp) Welty of West Elizabeth. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his siblings, Carolyn Welty Ralph of Irwin and Robert G. (Cathy) Welty of West Elizabeth; aunt, Carolyn Rockwell of Elizabeth; nieces, Nicole and Emaly; and nephews, George and Eli. He was preceded in death by his uncle, Robert Rockwell. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth, on Thursday, June 5, 2025 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will be Friday, June 6, 2025 at 10 AM in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Ed. Pope officiating. Private burial will be in Jefferson Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Elizabeth United Methodist Church, 317 Second Avenue, Elizabeth, PA 15037 or the American Cancer Society, PO Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741. Offer condolences at http://www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
June 03, 2025 |
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Christina Smith, aged 90 of Harrison City and formerly of White Oak, passed away on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at Redstone Highlands in Murrysville. Born November 5, 1934 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Carmella Antonella. A former administrative assistant at Westinghouse's Bettis National Laboratory and member of Mary, Mother of God Parish - St. Angela's Church, Tina will always be cherished and remembered fondly by all for her strength of character, keen sense of humor, all-embracing kindness, unsparing generosity, remarkable resilience, and last, but not least, her truly exceptional baking skills and treats. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, the late Ronald A. Smith, who passed away in August 2005, and all seven of her older siblings. Tina is survived by her daughter Linda (Chris) Temple of Harrison City, her grandsons Michael (Ashley) Temple of Harrison City and Jeremy (Milena) Temple of Penn Twp, the light of her life, her great-granddaughter Lexi Temple, and also many nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Tina were held privately. Tina’s family would also very much like to extend a special, heartfelt thank you to the wonderful staff at Redstone Highlands of Murrysville for their exemplary care and comfort not only for Tina, but to her family as well. Arrangements by the Daniel F. Bekavac Funeral Home, Versailles.
June 02, 2025 |
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Robert D. Nicklow Sr., age 90, of Forward Twp., passed away Thursday, May 29, 2025 at Jefferson Hospital. A 1952 graduate of Dunbar Township High School, he was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ in Monongahela and a faithful servant of the Lord. As an Evangelist, he did missionary work in the United States, Canada, and South America. He was a former employee of U.S. Steel Clairton Works’ engineering department and a former member of the Clairton and Jefferson Hills Auxiliary Police departments. He retired as an insurance agent for American General Life Insurance Company in White Oak. Born January 18, 1935 in Phillips, PA, he was a son of the late Arthur and Edith Paloma (Stull) Nicklow. He is survived by his wife, Pamela J. (Rimel) Nicklow; daughters, Bonnie S. (Alan) Metzler of Columbus, Ohio, Robin D. (James Sr.) Burns of Troy, NC and Tamara A. Morle of Detroit, MI; sons, Robert D. (Chris) Nicklow Jr. of Monongahela and Daniel J. (Marnie) Nicklow of Monongahela; 13 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Leah Nicklow of Connellsville; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Raymond, Harry, Donald, Stanton and Melvin Nicklow; sister, Geraldine E. Lenhart; first wife, Nancy Ann Nicklow, and second wife, Margaret “Alice” Nicklow. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM. A funeral service in the funeral home chapel will be Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 10 AM with Evangelist Robert Nicklow Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in Green Ridge Memorial Park, Connellsville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Native American Missionary Fund of The Church of Jesus Christ, 525 6th Street, Monongahela, PA 15063. Offer condolences at http://www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
June 02, 2025 |
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John Pacerucha, age 81 of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025 in Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh. Born August 2, 1943 in Glassport, he was the son of the late Michael and Mary (Prokopchak) Pacerucha. He was preceded in death by his siblings Anne Handra, Michael and Paul Pacerucha. John is survived by his loving wife of 38 years Caren (Yanik) Pacerucha. He was a loving uncle to two generations of nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. John was caring and loving to his cousins and friends. He was a US Army Veteran of the Vietnam Era and a member of the American Legion Post #443 of Glassport. He was a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish.
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May 28, 2025 |
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Carol L. Davis, age 86, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at Jefferson Hospital. She was a member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. She enjoyed cooking, baking and cleaning. Born July 4, 1938 in Gastonville, she was a daughter of the late Percy Hornby and Lillian (Seng) Kiger. She is survived by her husband, William E. “Duck” Davis; daughter, Darla Jean (Tom) Turner of Elizabeth Twp.; son, William James Davis of Elizabeth Twp.; grandchildren, Tom (Jennifer) Turner Jr., Jennifer (Jay) Borman, Mike (Courtney) Turner and Steven Davis; great-grandchildren, Ty, Cole, Lilah, Isiah, Cassidy, Kobe and Fett; sisters, Bonnie (JD) Timko of Elizabeth Twp. and Mary “Gib” Iddon of White Oak; brothers, Bob Kiger of Belle Vernon and Harry Jones of Elizabeth Twp.; also, nieces and nephews. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth, on Thursday, May 29, 2025 from 5-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, May 30, 2025 at 10 AM at St. Michael Church with the Rev. Thomas J. Burke officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association of PA at action.lung.org. Offer condolences at http://www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
May 28, 2025 |
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Kelly DeSue, age 57 of West Mifflin, passed away at home on Monday, May 26, 2025. Born October 2, 1967 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Joan (Davis) DeSue. Kelly is survived by her aunt Jackie Gaza of Clairton, her uncle John (the late Judy) DeSue of Glassport, many cousins, and her significant other Vince Samudosky of West Mifflin.
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