October 31, 2024 |
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Joseph A. Donkin, age 77, of Elizabeth Twp., and formerly of Clairton passed away on Monday, October 28, 2024, at home. He retired as an insurance salesman for Columbia Insurance Group and previously worked for Monumental Life Insurance. He was a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross in West Mifflin. A graduate of Clairton High School and Suomi Junior College, Hancock, Michigan, he was an active and devoted member of the Clairton Lions Club. Joe was involved in the coordination of an annual golf outing to benefit the UPMC McKeesport Hospital Foundation Lion’s Diabetes Fund. He was an avid golfer and follower of local sports teams, and he loved to travel. Born March 27, 1947, in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Robert J. and Margaret L. (Amore) Donkin and husband of the late Patricia M. Donkin. He was preceded in death by brother, Robert J. Donkin. He is survived by many cousins and his godson, Luke Lueckert. Memorial contributions may be made to McKeesport Hospital Foundation Lion's Diabetes Fund, 1500 5th Avenue, McKeesport, PA 15132. No viewing or services are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
October 29, 2024 |
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Josephine A. "Joanne" (Cypher) Evanick, age 93, of Elizabeth and formerly of Wilson, passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at Paramount Senior Living - Bethel Park. She loved to travel. Born May 17, 1931 in Clairton, she was a daughter of the late James and Josephine (Murphy) Cypher and wife of the late George Evanick Jr. She is survived by brother, Bill (Rose-Marie) Cypher of Palm Springs, FL; also, several nieces and nephews and many cousins. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by daughter, JoJo Evanick, and siblings, Betty Downer and James, Charles and Jerome Cypher. A memorial gathering will take place in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Friday, November 8, 2024 from 10 AM until the time of blessing at 11 AM. Private inurnment will be in Calvary Cemetery, Pittsburgh. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
October 28, 2024 |
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Janet A. (Neal) O'Neil, age 81, of Forward Twp., passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024 at Greentree Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation. She loved her grandchildren and had a special bond with Layla and Steven. Born October 3, 1943 in West Elizabeth, she was a daughter of the late Ralph and Ada (Trainor) Neal and wife of the late William S. O'Neil. She is survived by children, Sandra (Mike Ferraton) Hawkins of Forward Twp., Janet Richardson of McKeesport and Lindsay O'Neil of Bellevue; grandchildren, Layla, Steven and Liam; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by granddaughter, Caitlyn. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Friday, November 1, 2024 from 12 Noon until the time of service at 2 PM in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Tim Green officiating. Private burial will be in Jefferson Memorial Park, Pleasant Hills. Memorial contributions may be made to the Western Pennsylvania School for Blind Children, 201 N. Bellefield Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
October 28, 2024 |
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Helen E. (Estock) Hampson, age 95, of Elizabeth, passed away on Friday, October 25, 2024 at home. She was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. She loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, loved to go antiquing with her best friend, Carol Nemchick, and enjoyed game shows and could have been a contestant on Jeopardy. Born August 22, 1929 in Clairton, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Pesta) Estock and wife of 68 years of the late Robert Hampson. She is survived by her children, Mary Lee (Ray) Alger of Dunedin, FL, Debra (William) Van Ronzelen of Union, MO, Susan (Scott) Wagner of Pleasant Hills and Nancy Hawkins Hampson of Elizabeth; grandchildren, Megan Supernovich, Bob (Brandi) Supernovich, Lauren (Brian) Parente, William Van Ronzelen IV, Rachel Van Ronzelen, Neil (Megan) Wagner, Alyssa (Eric) Schleifer, Kristen Hawkins and Michelle (Agustin Carmona) Hawkins; great-grandchildren, Landon and Nolan Supernovich, Joseph, Michael and Richard Parente, Lucas Ladderer, Liam Van Ronzelen, Cole Wagner and Emma Scheifler; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by siblings, Margaret Gaza Tomasello, John, Michael, Mary and Joseph Estock, and Anna Charney. No visitation is planned. A Memorial Mass will take place on Monday, November 4, 2024 at 10 AM in St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church, with the Rev. Thomas J. Burke officiating. Inurnment will be in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to Humane Animal Rescue, 1101 Western Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15233 www.humaneanimalrescue.org/. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
October 23, 2024 |
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William E. Payo, age 61 of Clairton, passed away on Monday, October 21, 2024 at home. Born March 1, 1963, he was the son of the late Richard J. Payo Sr. and Shirley A (Hysmith) Payo. Bill, as many knew him, was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan and loved hot fries, pistachios, and a nice cold beer. He enjoyed cooking and listening to classic rock music. Bill is survived by his children Randon W. Payo and Riley A. Payo, both of Mather, siblings Peggy (Jim) Wilson and David Payo, and many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his siblings Richard J. Payo Jr., Christine Goldsworthy, Donna Payo, and James E. Payo.
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October 22, 2024 |
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Doris Elinor Morris, age 100 of McKeesport, passed away on Monday, October 21, 2024 in UPMC McKeesport. Born January 9, 1924 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Lewis McClelland Barnes and Olga Gertrude Barnes. The oldest member of Park Baptist Church in Versailles and its "matriarch," she was known as "Aunt Dory" to her fellow church members. The church was the most important part of her week, both spiritually and socially. Doris loved to play cards, especially Skip-Bo with her family. She was warm, loving, and loved by all. She had also formerly worked at The Famous department store in downtown McKeesport, prior to the devastating McKeesport fire of 1976, and as a bookkeeper for the coal mine where her father-in-law was a foreman. Besides her parents, Doris was preceded in death by her husband, the late James M. Morris, her son Gary Morris, her daughter Marilyn Stanesic, her granddaughter Carrie Swanson; and her six sisters and one brother. She is survived by her daughter Sharon Victoria of Sunland, CA; her grandchildren Saffron Modes of McKeesport, Leigh (Todd) Daughenbaugh of Delaware, OH, and Beth Stanesic of Delaware, OH; her great-grandchildren Megan (Sterling) Modes and Jenn (Eddie) Lysen, Drew (Leslie) and Dylan Swanson, and Joshua (Mara) and Ryan Daughenbaugh; and her great-great-grandchild Griffin.
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October 21, 2024 |
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Jessica Marie Schroeder, age 26, of West Elizabeth, passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at Jefferson Hospital. She graduated from Mon Valley School in 2018 and was a crew member for seven years at McDonald's in Pleasant Hills. She enjoyed playing video games, listening to all types of music, and spending time with her wonderful nieces, nephews and family. Born July 30, 1998, in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of Michael Schroeder of Belle Vernon and Denise R. (Terek) Schroeder of West Elizabeth. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her siblings, Darryl (Megan) Donnelly of Glassport, Megan Donnelly of West Elizabeth, Michael (Ashley) Schroeder of Belle Vernon and Kaitlyn (Ryan Ziino) of West Elizabeth; special friend, Ron Warnick of Glassport; maternal grandmother, Jonella Terek of West Mifflin; aunt, Georgia (Mark) Hacharian of West Mifflin; uncle, Andy Terek of West Mifflin; also, nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by maternal grandfather, Frank Terek. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, from 2-4 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to her family. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
October 18, 2024 |
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Edward A. "Eddie" Waldron, age 79, of Clairton, passed away on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at Jefferson Hospital. Born April 26,1945 in Los Angeles, CA, he was a son of the late Aubrey N. and Evelyn F. (Ridler) Waldron. He was a US Navy veteran serving during Vietnam War and a Truck Driver for J.B. Hunt in Trafford. Edward was preceded in death by his loving wife of 45 years, Diana Waldron, who passed away on July 20, 2018. He is survived by his children Traci (Chris) Dinwiddie of Clairton, William Gates of McKeesport, Debora Escobar of Clairton, and Lisa Gates of Turtle Creek; grandchildren Christine, Chase, and Ashley Gonzalez, Nicole Mills, Jeremy Troxel, Heather Gates, and Charlene Gates-Coffman; 15 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by son Thomas Gates and siblings.
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October 18, 2024 |
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Peter D. Janicki, age 66, a lifelong resident of Blaine Hill, passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at Jefferson Hospital. He retired from the maintenance department at U.S. Steel Irvin Works in West Mifflin and was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. He was a former vice president and president of United Steel Workers Local 2227 and a lifetime member of Blaine Hill Volunteer Fire Company. He enjoyed golfing, hunting and fishing, and was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan. Born April 25, 1958 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Anthony and Rose (Hatalovich) Janicki. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Carol L. Janicki; sons, Richard (L'Lee) Janicki of Canonsburg, Anthony (Megan) Janicki of Elizabeth Twp. and Brandon (Marissa) Janicki of Blaine Hill; granddaughters, Anastasia and Alina Janicki; sister, Sandra (Marc) Kloszewski of Indiana, PA; and nieces and nephews, Dana (Amelia) Bickerton, Scott Bickerton, Charles Pershing, Juliah Pershing and Nicholas Kloszewski. No visitation is planned. A Memorial Mass will take place on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 10 AM in St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church with the Rev. Thomas J. Burke officiating. A celebration of life will follow in Archangel Hall at the church. Private inurnment will be in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
October 15, 2024 |
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Florence M. (Fasiska) Corbin, age 89, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Saturday, October 12, 2024 at Jefferson Hospital. She retired after 15 years doing food service prep for Eat 'n Park in Large. She was a devoted member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp., where she was a member of the Christian Mothers Women's Guild. Born November 23, 1934 in Glassport, she was a daughter of the late John and Mary (Gromacki) Fasiska and wife of 63 years to the love of her life, the late Ronald “Ronnie” F. Corbin. She is survived by her children, Cynthia (Doug) Poli of Abilene, TX, Todd (Ric Shaffer) Corbin of Pittsburgh, Chris (Tracey Berchok) Corbin of Elizabeth Twp. and Rona (Jerry) Smeak of Harmony; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; also, nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 from 5-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 12 Noon in St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church with the Rev. Miroslaus Wojcicki officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
October 11, 2024 |
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Gerald M. LaFrankie, age 81, of Elizabeth Twp., formerly of Elizabeth Borough, passed away on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at home surrounded by his loved ones. He was a former coal miner and retired as an Allegheny County Park Manager at Round Hill Park in Elizabeth Twp. He was a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish and former mayor of Elizabeth. He was a past president of Woman’s Place in McKeesport, former vice chairman of West-to-West Coalition and former vice president of the Pittsburgh District of First Catholic Slovak Ladies Association. Born May 22, 1943, in Elizabeth, he was a son of the late James J. and Virginia (Ackerman) LaFrankie. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Monica (Geletko) LaFrankie; daughters, Beth (David Lau) Konick of Rostraver Twp., Amy (Jason) Thomas of Elizabeth and Heather Stover of Elizabeth Twp.; grandchildren, Camden, Emma, Blake and Mason Stover, and Grace and Jack Konick; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sisters, Paulianna Martis, Theodora Terdine and Virginia Handley, and brother, James LaFrankie. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Sunday, October 13, 2024, from 2-4 & 6-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Monday, October 14, 2024, at 10 AM in St. Clare of Assisi Church with Rev. William Terza officiating. Burial will follow in St. Clare Cemetery, Clairton. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
October 07, 2024 |
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Stella E. "Buga" (Slavick) Smith, age 88, of Forward Twp., formerly of Elizabeth and West Mifflin, passed away on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at Bethel Park Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She retired after 25 years as a rural letter carrier for the U.S. Postal Service in Clairton then Elizabeth. She was a member of St. Andrew the Apostle Parish, Monongahela. She enjoyed flowers, gardening, cooking, baking, and trips to the casino with family and friends, but most of all she loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Born February 17, 1936 in Elizabeth, she was a daughter of the late Paul M. and Stephanna (Anjeski) Slavick and wife of the late Francis Gilford "Smitty" Smith. She is survived by son, Ralph G. (Kathy) Smith of Forward Twp.; daughter, Kathy Smith of Forward Twp.; grandchildren, Amanda (Chris) Michaels of Forward Twp. and Nicole Smith of Greensburg; great-grandchildren, Peyton Michaels, Easton Michaels and Xxaiver Grubbs; siblings, Joann Weiss of Jefferson Hills, Patricia Wedel of Pleasant Hills, George (Judy) Slavick of Elizabeth Twp. and Michael Slavick of Belle Vernon; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by son, Robert P. Smith, and siblings, Mary Catherine Soukovich, Phyllis Martin, Margaret "Peggy" Roberts, Marion McKernan, and John, Joseph and Paul "Puddo" Slavick. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Wednesday, October 9, 2024 from 4-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 10 AM in St. Andrew the Apostle Parish, Monongahela. Burial will follow in Jefferson Memorial Park, Pleasant Hills. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
October 07, 2024 |
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Judith Anne (Hilton) Kuzman, age 86 and a long time resident of Bethel Park, passed away on Thursday, October 3, 2024. Born February 25, 1938 in Patterson Heights, Beaver Co., PA, she was the only child of the late Harold E. and Elizabeth (Tucker) Hilton and spent her childhood in Mt. Lebanon. Judy worked for the Bethel Park School District for 20 years in various positions and was a former president of the Bethel Park VFD Ladies' Auxiliary, a former chairman of Bethel Park Recreation, and will be remembered for dedicating her life to the youth of Bethel Park. She was proud to be one of the first Candy Stripers at St. Clair Hospital where she met her husband when he was there as a patient.
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October 03, 2024 |
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Marie F. (Brenning) Giel, age 77, of Elizabeth, formerly of Jefferson Borough, passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at UPMC Shadyside. She was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth,Twp. She had a blue belt in Taekwondo and loved gardening, sewing and crafting. Born May 14, 1947 in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of the late Lloyd and Frances M. (Kredatus) Brenning and wife of the late Daniel A. Giel. She is survived by sons, Dennis R. (Jayme) Giel of Elizabeth and Daniel Giel of Elizabeth; grandchildren, Kylie, Gianna, Andrew and Emily; numerous brothers and sisters; special friend, Amber Black; also, nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by son, Andrew Giel. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Friday, October 4, 2024 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 10 AM in St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church with the Rev. Thomas J. Burke officiating. Private burial will take place at Calvary Cemetery, Pittsburgh. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
October 03, 2024 |
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Michael Charles Popko, age 68, of Clairton, passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at Jefferson Hospital. He was a retired electronics technician for US Steel Clairton Works. He was a member of House of Faith - The Barn in West Newton where he was very active, and he loved antique cars and restoration. Born December 30, 1955 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Michael J. and Anna (Kedulich) Popko. He is survived by his sisters, Michelle (Tim) Pryzbylski of Elizabeth Twp. and Patricia (Paul) Waronsky of Elizabeth Twp.; brother, Gregory W. (Karen) Popko of Pittsburgh; nephew, Brian Pryzbylski; niece, Kristina (Blake) Papalia of West Palm Beach, FL; great-nephew, Jordan (Megan Cartia) Tour; great-niece, Gianna Tour; dear friend, Dan Wood of Pittsburgh; also, nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by niece, Jennifer Tour. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Sunday, October 6, 2024 from 3-7 PM. A funeral service will take place on Monday, October 7, 2024 at 12 Noon in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Conrad Duncan officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to the House of Faith, 111 Taylor Road, West Newton, PA 15089. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
