April 13, 2023 |
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Donna Fae (Ferree) Cain, age 91, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Thursday, April 13, 2023 at Peters Township Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was a retired administrative assistant for the Sandpiper Beach Club in Sarasota. She was a member of Wrights United Methodist Church in Venetia, a former organist, and an avid reader. Born February 29, 1932 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late William and Dora (Guffey) Ferree and wife of the late George L. Cain. She is survived by daughter, Diane (Charles "Bud") Swingle of Jefferson Hills; grandchildren, Kelly (Bob) Muntan of Masontown and Grant Swingle; great-grandchildren, Jesse and Cody Muntan; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by daughter, Terri Lou Cain. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Saturday, April 15, 2023 from 3 PM until the time of service at 7 PM. Private burial in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to the Autism Center of Pittsburgh, 900 Rebecca Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15221. Offer condolences at
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April 13, 2023 |
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Harry B. Abbott Jr., age 57, of Elizabeth, passed away on Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at Jefferson Hospital. He enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, camping and hiking. Born April 25, 1965 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of Harry B. (Carole) Abbott Sr. of North Hills and Tina (Milliern) Abbott of Brookline. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife of 25 years, Angela (McKenzie) Abbott; son, Sean (Kelsey) Abbott of Elizabeth; grandchildren, Sean Adam and Beau Abbott; brother, Leo Abbott of Cleveland, OH; also, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by sister, Shirley Abbott. No visitation or services are planned. Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, SW Region, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
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April 13, 2023 |
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Jean A. (Loretta) Brown, age 70 of Clairton, passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2023 in Jefferson Hospital. Born January 27, 1953 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Margaret A. (Shamya) Loretta. Jean was a radiology secretary for Jefferson Hospital. She went to Jesus and was a strong and independent Christian. Jean had a deep love for animals. Jean is survived by her sisters Mary Rose Odenthal of North Huntingdon and Judith Ann Loretta of Greentree; her niece Tanya Curry and nephew Michael (Deeble) Allsbrooks. Special thanks to Kristie Bodnar, Barb Cope and the Jefferson Hospital nurses.
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April 13, 2023 |
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Eileen D. Jamison, age 95 of Elizabeth Twp., passed away at home on Wednesday, April 12, 2023. Born January 20, 1928 in Port Vue, she was the daughter of the late Charles Albright Daugherty and Irene Anna (Crossland) Daugherty. A master's degree recipient from the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing, Eileen was a member of the Mount Vernon Community Presbyterian Church, the Garden Club of McKeesport, and the former McKeesport Symphony Women's Guild. Eileen’s hobbies included playing scrabble and working on crossword puzzles. She had many wonderful friends and enjoyed traveling with them. She provided especially wonderful entertainment for her large family with pool parties and holiday dinners. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 31 years, the late Stephen Quay Jamison, who passed away June 12, 1981, her son Karl Q. (Lynn) Jamison, her sister Emma Jane Pattison, her great-granddaughter Alyssa Abels and her niece Irene Pattison Delaquil. Eileen is survived by her children Jay (Beth) Jamison of Elizabeth Twp., Amy Jamison of Elizabeth Twp., and Laurie Knisely of Port Matilda; her grandchildren Stephen (Lin) Jamison, Paul (Elizabeth) Jamison, and Wesley Jamison; Jillian (Alex Newman) Woolridge, Ainsley (Dylan Glatt) Woolridge, and Virginia (Brandon Hubbard) Woolridge; Emily (Adam) Knisely-Kirley, John (Cherise Koslop) Knisely, Scott (Kate) Jamison, Kristen (Adam) Abels, and David (Haley) Jamison; her nineteen great-grandchildren; her nieces Kem (Jerry) Morgan and Stephanie (Vince) DiLeo; and nephew David Clark.
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April 10, 2023 |
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Rose (Maksim) Vasques March, age 91, of Elizabeth, passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2023 at Jefferson Hospital. She was a retired seamstress and a former Seamstress Union president. Born December 4, 1931 in Smithdale, she was a daughter of the late George and Pauline (Popovich) Maksim and wife of the late James Samuel March. She is survived by her sons, Tony (Ana Cammarata) Vasques of Lakewood, OH and Ricky Vasques of McKeesport; grandchildren, Gabrielle (Josh) McCort of Kennewick, WA and Erica Vasques of Pittsburgh; step-grandchildren, Jaime (Chris) Maravich of Chicago, IL and Jeanine March of Chicago, IL; step-great-grandchildren, Heath and Kyle Maravich; sister, Sylvia Tedrow of Smithdale; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by former spouses, Adolph Vasques and Jim Seman; stepson, James K. March; sister, Marlene Hall; and brother, Henry Maksim. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Friday, April 14, 2023 from 12-2 PM and 4 PM until the time of blessing at 6 PM in the funeral home with Deacon Dale DiSanto officiating. Offer condolences at
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April 08, 2023 |
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R. Donald Similo, age 91 of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Friday, April 7, 2023 in UPMC East Hospital, Monroeville. Born September 20, 1931 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Ferino "Pete" and Laura (Maloney) Similo. Don joins his wife, the late Arlene L. (Castor) Similo (1939-2005), to whom he was married for 44 years. He received both his bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Pittsburgh. Don started his career at Elizabeth Forward High School, where he was a business teacher as well as a football coach and athletic director. He was employed by California University of Pennsylvania as a financial aid director and accounting professor. After his retirement from Cal, he continued his CPA private practice until 2021. Don was also civically minded and active, serving as an Elizabeth Township Commissioner for 40 years. He was a parishioner of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish - St. Michael's Church where he was a member of the ushers' club, finance committee, and Knights of Columbus. Don was also, as of the date of his passing, the oldest member and past president of the Youghiogheny Country Club. In his spare time, he participated in various golf leagues and was a fan of Penn State Football and Pittsburgh sports teams.
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April 07, 2023 |
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Oren Sinko, age 88, formerly of Redondo Beach, CA, passed away on Monday, April 3, 2023 at Lake Havasu City, AZ. An Air Force veteran of the Korean War, he retired as a flight engineer for Flying Tigers that became FedEx. He was a recreational pilot who also taught others to fly. Born April 11, 1934 in Glassport, he was a son of the late Walter and Julia (Kazanich) Sinko. He is survived by his brother, Nicholas Sinko of Daniels, WV; sister, Barbara (John) Phillips of Rancho Cucamonga, CA; brother, Valery (Eunice) Sinko of Hialeah, FL; and sister, Marie (Lee) McCracken of Lake Havasu City, AZ; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Willa. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 from 11 AM until the time of funeral service at 1 PM in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Dimitri Ermakov officiating. Burial will follow in Monongahela Cemetery, Monongahela. Offer condolences at
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April 06, 2023 |
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Joanne E. (Totora) Beckowitz, age 78, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Thursday, April 6, 2023 at home. She was a retired accounting assistant for Fred Gadlemeyer Agency in East McKeesport. She was a former Elizabeth Twp. Commissioner for 36 years and a devoted mother and grandmother. Born October 19, 1944 in Charleroi, she was a daughter of the late Phillip Joseph and Lillian (Schemento) Totora. She is survived by her husband, Thomas R. Beckowitz; daughter, Tammy (AJ) Hadad of Elizabeth Twp.; sons, Thomas (Lori) Beckowitz of North Huntingdon and Timothy Beckowitz of White Oak; grandchildren, Joshua and Nicole Beckowitz, Timothy Sowa and Jacob Weiss. A memorial gathering and blessing will take place at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the National Kidney Foundation of W PA, 2403 Sidney Street #230, Pittsburgh, PA 15203. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
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April 02, 2023 |
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Kathleen M. “Casey” (Howley) Wagner, age 77, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at home. She was a retired Phlebotomist after 20 years at UPMC Shadyside Hospital. She was also a member of St. Joachim and Ann Parish, St. Michael’s Church in Elizabeth Twp. She was very active in her church as a member of the Christian Mothers, Ladies of Charity and Rosary Makers. She was a Eucharistic minister that administered communion to shut-ins, a facilitator of the bible studies program, festival helper and volunteer for Lenten fish fries. She was a member of the North Huntingdon #3221 AARP, was an avid Bunco player, and loved to travel, but above all else, she loved her family. She enjoyed watching Pittsburgh sports, the Virginia Tech Hokies and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. Born May 11, 1945 in Schenectady, NY, she was a daughter of the late William and Isabelle (Tomaszewski) Howley and wife of the late Robert Chauncey “Bob” Wagner.
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April 01, 2023 |
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Paul L. Finney, age 80, of Elizabeth, passed away on Friday, March 31, 2023 at Canterbury Place in Lawrenceville. He was a retired machinist at Weld Tooling Company in Canonsburg and an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing and camping. He was a former volunteer fireman in Elizabeth and Glassport, a rabid Pittsburgh sports fan, and he loved his pets. Born April 1, 1942 in Glassport, he was a son of the late John and Margaret (Markland) Finney. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Barbara J. (Henderson) Finney; three sons, Shawn (Christine) Finney of Dravosburg, Darin (Mo) Finney of Crested Butte, CO and Kevin (Amie) Finney of Mt. Vernon; six grandchildren, Cameron, Carson, Kaden, Austin, Avarie and Kenadie Finney; also, nieces and nephews. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Monday, April 3, 2023 from 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at 10 AM in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Ron Calabro officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
April 01, 2023 |
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John A. Scalise, Jr., age 82 of Glasgow, KY, passed away on Friday, March 31, 2023 in Mon Valley Care Center, Monongahela. Born October 10, 1940 in Clairton, he was a son of the late John A. Scalise, Sr. and Clementina (Roy) Scalise. A 1959 graduate of Clairton High School, John received his bachelor's degree from Morehead State University and his M.Ed. from Western Kentucky University. He retired as a music teacher for the Glasgow School District and then worked until very recently for 27 years as a courier for South Central Bank. John was a member and lector at St. Helen's Roman Catholic Church in Glasgow, KY and a member of the Knights of Columbus, Glasgow. In his spare time, he was a co-director of the Glasgow Community Band, an avid sports fan -- especially his hometown teams from Pennsylvania and Pittsburgh, loved to work the sticks on Friday nights for Glasgow High School football, and really enjoyed playing with his great-niece-and-nephew Kennedy and Robert. John is survived by his sister Lucille (Gary Moore) Herndon of Clairton; his nieces and nephews Alexis (Robert) Trubiani of Donora, John (Shannon) Shar of Crafton, Donna (the late Tom) Watson of Pleasant Hills, and Gloria Costa of Jefferson Hills; and also many other nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. Besides his parents, John was preceded in death by his wife of 44 years Jeanne (Henson) Scalise, who passed away June 6, 2010; his siblings Frank Scalise, Marie Gray, and Esther Shar; his nephew Robert J. Nystrom; and his brother-in-law Joseph Herndon.
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March 31, 2023 |
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Louis T. Campbell, Sr., age 80, of Jefferson Hills, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday, March 29, 2023. He was a member of Monongahela Church of the Nazarene. He had many jobs, including working for Blume Engineering and Allied Security. While working for coal mining companies, he worked as a mechanic and owned Campbell's Lawn Mower Repair where his children were proud to work for their first job. He maintained Lou's Locksmith for years and retired from the maintenance department in the South Park School District. His last job was with the Visiting Angels, which he was very proud of and mentioned to everyone he did that until he was almost 79. He was a Free Mason and member of the Omni Masonic Lodge 582 in Dravosburg, and a long-time member and vice commander of American Legion Post 75 in Clairton. He was proud of being a Santa at Denny's and the mall, where he gave gifts to the kids, and he always had time to camp with his family on the weekends. Born August 11, 1942, he was a son of the late Thomas and Inez (Tessore) Campbell and husband of the late Carol Ann (Paul) Campbell and Deborah J. (Werner) Campbell. He is survived by children, Cindy Lou (Rich) Harrison of Finleyville, Louis Thomas Campbell Jr. of South Park, Melinda Devlin (Shaka) of Floreffe, Kurt Martin of Buena Vista and Derek (Kathryn) Martin of Elizabeth Twp.; 10 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; siblings, Kathy (Butch) Castner and Steve (Susan) Campbell; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wives, he was preceded in death by siblings, Tom (in infancy), Barbara Lee, Billy and Jimmy. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 from 1-4 and 6-8 PM, with a Masonic Service at 7:45 PM. A funeral service will take place on Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at 10 AM at Monongahela Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Raymond DiCamillo officiating. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH. Private burial at Jefferson Memorial Park, Pleasant Hills. Offer condolences at
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March 31, 2023 |
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Roger R. Ankney, age 79, of West Elizabeth, passed away on Thursday, March 30, 2023 at Jefferson Hospital. An Army veteran having served during the Vietnam War, he retired as an industrial painter and supervisor for Avalotis Corporation in Verona. He was a member of Stephen Bayard Masonic Lodge 526 of Elizabeth and the Painter's Union. Born September 28, 1943 in Massena, NY, he was a son of the late Robert Howard and Helen (Lobonich) Ankney. He is survived by his daughter, Lori (Dave) Zelenko of Venetia; granddaughter, Macie (Andrew Puciata) Zelenko of Venetia; stepsons, Scott Pust, Michael (Mary) Pust, Dan (Judy) Pust, Dale (Renee) Pust and Doug (Shelly) Pust; brother, Wayne Ankney of Moyock, NC; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Merrill, Bobby and Richard "Dickie" Ankney. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Sunday, April 2, 2023 from 1 PM until the time of service at 4:30 PM with Rev. Jude Urso officiating. Offer condolences at
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March 30, 2023 |
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Judith E. (Plants) Lash, age 74, of Sewickley Twp., passed away on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at home. She was a member of West Newton Presbyterian Church and enjoyed spending time with her church family. She was head of concessions at the Palace in Greensburg and a former employee of Verizon and Pittsburgh National Bank. Born November 22, 1948 in Monongahela, she was a daughter of the late Grover C. Plants Jr. and the late Clara (Inks) Plants. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, William Lash; daughter, Debbie (Paul) Roth of New Orleans, LA; sons, Todd (Dana) Lash of North Huntingdon and Jeff (Heather) Lash of Pleasant Hills; grandchildren, Spencer Lash of North Huntingdon, Alexis, Joshua and Brandon Roth of New Orleans, and Alyssa Lash of Pleasant Hills; sister, Jayne Anne (Jerry) Goehner of South Park; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by granddaughter, Demi Lash, and sister, Mary Skeddle. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Sunday, April 2, 2023 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Monday, April 3, 2023 at 10 AM in the funeral home chapel with Pastor John Manon officiating. Burial will follow in West Newton Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Mission 45, 373 Tara Drive, Pleasant Hills, PA 15236. Offer condolences at
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March 28, 2023 |
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Zenona C. "Nonie" (McKown) Pennell, age 80, of Donora, formerly of Lincoln Borough, passed away on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at home. Family was the most important thing to her and she loved her grandbabies. Born May 24, 1942 in Elizabeth, she was a daughter of the late Robert McKown Sr. and the late Catherine (Maley) McKown and wife of the late Robert D. Pennell Sr. She is survived by daughters, Julie (Mark) Kallok of Donora and Bobbi (Vincent) Lucot of Glassport; sons, Daniel (Jeanie) Pennell of Perryopolis, James (Carolyn Lehnen) Pennell of Culpepper, VA, Thomas (Liz) Pennell of Elizabeth Twp., Donald (Eileen) Pennell of Elizabeth Twp., Robert (Deborah) Pennell Jr. of Dunbar, William (Tina) Pennell of Lincoln Borough and Kenneth (Sharon McLellan) Pennell of Lincoln Borough; 38 grandchildren; 54 great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren; brother, Ronald McKown of Buena Vista; also, nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by daughters, Geraldine Brown and Elizabeth "Betty Kay" Pennell; grandson, Marc McLellan; and great-grandchildren, Nathan Klein and Emmaline Claire Gower. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Friday, March 31, 2023, from 1 PM until the time of service at 6 PM in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Jeff Riker officiating. Private interment at the International Order of Odd Fellows Cemetery, Elk Garden, WV. 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
