July 12, 2022 |
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Frieda G. Burchell, age 97 of Clairton, passed away on Monday, July 11, 2022. Born November 17, 1924 in Braddock, she was a daughter of the late Ralph E. and Estell (Brickley) Kitchen and wife of the late Elmer I. Burchell. A member of Prayer Time Cathedral in White Oak, Frieda is survived by her son James R. Burchell of North Versailles; her daughter Gail E. Sanutelli of Belleville, MI; her six grandchildren; her twenty-four great-grandchildren; her four great-great-grandchildren; and also many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her son Larry D. Burchell and her siblings, Darrell, Doyle, Malcolm, Wilbur and Ralph Kitchen, Dorothy Beattie, Eileen J. Diamond and Zetta J. Freeman.
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July 11, 2022 |
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Daryl R. Lewis, age 50 of Dravosburg and formerly of Clairton, passed away Thursday, July 7, 2022 in Miami Valley Hospital, Dayton, OH. Born June 16, 1972 in Pittsburgh, he is the son of Frank Lewis of Titusville, Pamela (Kim) Eggleston of Monongahela, and step-son of Wilbert (Connie) Harrison of Liberty Boro.
Daryl was a truck driver for Walshak Trucking of Pittsburgh. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife Tanya Parsons Lewis; his children Amanda (Steven) Mullen of Poinciana, FL, Tyler Lewis of Monongahela, Matthew and Olivia Lewis of McKeesport, Aaron Mathews of Ambridge, Kally Sloan and Tevin George of Clairton, Dakota Sloan, Sakia, Shyann, Jallelle, and Lillian Lewis, Skylor Bennett, and Serenity and Mikael Lewis of Dravosburg; his three grandchildren; his brothers Frank Lewis, Jr., T.J. Nestor, Chris Nestor, and Richard (Missy) Lewis; his sisters Shawna, Danielle, Laura, Emma, Missy; and also nieces and nephews.
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July 10, 2022 |
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Barbara E. (Hartlein) Bower, age 79, of Clairton, passed away on Saturday, July 9, 2022 at Jefferson Hospital. She retired from the laundry department at McKeesport Hospital and she enjoyed spending time with her family. Born July 18, 1942 in Jefferson Hills, she was a daughter of the late Fred and Edna (Harr) Hartlein and wife of the late Gary Z. "BG" Bower. Barbara is survived by her children, Michael (Cindee) Clinton of Clairton, Michele (David) Bendel of Elizabeth, and Denise (Michael) Studvick of Elizabeth Twp.; six grandchildren, Jennifer, Joshua, Samantha, Adam, Chad and Amanda; twelve great-grandchildren; two sisters, Dorothy Tuttle of Confluence and Judy (Spigs) Pasquerell of Jefferson Hills; family friend Wayne; also, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
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July 05, 2022 |
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Elizabeth (Spahr) Magiske, age 94, of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Monday, July 4, 2022 at home. She was a member of St. John XXIII Parish, St. Isaac Jogues Roman Catholic Church, where she was a member of the Christian Mothers. She was a former clerk at 7-Eleven in West Elizabeth. Born March 20, 1928 in West Elizabeth, she was a daughter of the late George and Marie (Smith) Spahr and wife of the late George M. "Pete" Magiske. She is survived by daughter, Frances Faust of Jefferson Hills; granddaughters, Lea Ann (Russell) Matich of Elizabeth and Jo Ann (David) Dushack of Jefferson Hills; great-grandchildren, Ryan Matich, and Michael, Aiden and Riley Dushack; great-great-grandson, Carson; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by sisters, Mildred Marynchack and Dorothy Farmerie, and brothers, George, Don and John Spahr. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Thursday, July 7, 2022 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Friday, July 8, 2022 at 12:30 PM in St. Isaac Jogues Roman Catholic Church with the Rev. Pierre Falkenhan officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at
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July 05, 2022 |
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Marilyn M. (Roucroft) Benack, age 92, of Clairton, passed away on Sunday, July 3, 2022 at Jefferson Hospital. Born July 8, 1929 in Belle Vernon, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Phyllis (Atkinson) Roucroft. Marilyn was preceded in death by her husband Guido "Guy" Benack, who passed away on February 3, 2014. She is survived by her sons Guy F. "Boots" (Denise) Benack of Clairton, Scott T. (Debra) Benack of Elizabeth, and daughters, Lori L. Benack of Clairton, Lynda L. Manko of Jefferson Hills; her grandchildren Jason (Noreen) Lohr, Nicole (Paul) Lowers, Scott (Angela) Benack, Jr., Kristy (Rick) Wilson, Tim Benack, Lexi (Bryan) Sacunas, Steven Fortunato, and Amanda Manko; her great grandchildren; her sister Ursula Svac of Jefferson Hills; and nieces and nephews. Besides her husband and parents, Marilyn was preceded in death by her brother Frank Roucroft.
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June 29, 2022 |
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John L. Ruhl, age 97 of West Mifflin and formerly of the Wilson section of Clairton, passed away on Tuesday, June 28, 2022 in Forbes Hospital, Monroeville. Born September 7, 1924 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late Edwin C. and Martha C. (Frietsch) Ruhl. A member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, Holy Spirit Church in West Mifflin, John worked for 38 years at US Steel, Clairton Works in the batteries, the hearth department, in plant protection, and finally going to plant safety. He was also a member of a barber shop quartet in McKeesport, the Holy Spirit Parish choir, and a former member of the US Steelworkers Union and Plant Protection Local. Besides his parents, John was preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, the late Helen P. (Dolansky) Ruhl, who passed away February 14, 2020, and his siblings Gloria Allerton and Phillip and Paul Ruhl. He is survived by his children Mary Martha (Joseph) Yakubsin of Moon Twp., Patricia L. (Bill) Thomas of Valencia, John Ruhl, Jr. of California, and James A. (Donna) Ruhl of Liberty Borough; his twelve grandchildren J.R. (Grace) Yakubsin, Mary Beth (Lance) Baniecki, Matthew (Mary) Yakubsin, John (Kristen) Yakubsin, Karen (Dave) Harden, Mark (Mandy) Yakubsin, Jennifer Goldman, Bill (Jennifer) Thomas, Patti (Randy) Gomola, Alexandra (Tyler) Ellwood, Nicki (Dylan Papson) Ruhl, and Julianna Ruhl; his fifteen great-grandchildren; his sister Martha Mathews of Clairton; and also nieces and nephews.
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June 27, 2022 |
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Edward R. Cherepko Sr., age 71, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Friday, June 24, 2022 in the VA Hospital Healthcare System - University Drive Campus (Oakland). An Air Force veteran serving during the Vietnam War, he retired from the hot mill at US Steel Irvin Works. He was a member of the Pittsburgh Antique Bottle Club and enjoyed collecting Native American artifacts. He loved working and taking care of his home. Born September 26, 1950 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Michael and Emma (Barnocki) Cherepko. He is survived by his children, Cristina (Jim) Ausburn of Port Vue, Edward (Rebecca) Cherepko Jr. of Lincoln Borough, Dawn Cherepko of Buena Vista and Penny (Jack) McCombs of Liberty Borough; grandchildren, Matthew, Deana, Jamie, Ashley, Anthony, Zachary and Edward R. III; sister, Elizabeth (Dale) Jolliffe of Dover, MA; brothers, Michael Cherepko and Thomas (Debbie) Cherepko, both of Elizabeth Twp.; close friend Cathy and many other close friends; also, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Thursday, June 30, 2022 from 1 PM until the time of Blessing at 3 PM with Deacon Dale DiSanto officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the family. Offer condolences at
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June 25, 2022 |
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Charles H. Bakewell, age 83, of Forward Twp., passed away on Friday, June 24, 2022 at home. He was a retired educator for 38 years with the West Jefferson Hills School District, a U.S. Army veteran, and a member of the Round Hill Presbyterian Church in Elizabeth Twp. He was a former baseball coach at Thomas Jefferson High School for more than 20 years and a past member and president of the Elizabeth Forward School Board. He enjoyed golfing and attending sporting events, especially Steeler games and high school and collegiate wrestling matches. Born February 10, 1939 in Vestaburg, he was a son of the late Thomas and Jeannette (Fletcher) Bakewell. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Patricia L. (Pasquinelli) Bakewell; daughter, Tricia (Bryan) Nigut of Elizabeth Twp.; sons, Thomas Bakewell of Elizabeth Twp., Joseph (Amy) Bakewell of Towson, MD; grandchildren, Charles and Addyson Nigut, Gabrielle, Justin, Rachel, Derek, Zachary and Riley Bakewell; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Phyllis Bailey and a brother, Robert Joseph Bakewell. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Monday, June 27, 2022 from 6-8 PM and on Tuesday, June 28, 2022 from 1-3 & 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Wednesday, June 29, 2022 at 10AM in Round Hill Presbyterian Church with Rev. Dr. D. Matthew Stith officiating. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to the Elizabeth Forward Baseball Boosters, 436 Jeffreys Drive, Elizabeth, PA 15037. Offer condolences at
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June 23, 2022 |
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Darren M. Haramia, age 60 of Munhall, passed away at home on Thursday, June 23, 2022. Born July 11, 1961 in Clairton, he was a son of the late Matthew W. and Helen M. (Yonek) Haramia. A US Army Veteran, Darren was a retired mechanic for Pittsburgh Mailing Services. He is survived by his wife Donna (Ketterman) Haramia; his sons Mark David (Carol) Cochenour of Hermitage and Robert (Darlene) Cochenour of Munhall; his grandchildren Allan Stodolsky and Kaitlyn, Davey, Noah, Nevin, and Mahlah Cochenour; his great-grandchilden Kayla and A.J. Stodolsky; his brother Brian Haramia of Jefferson Hills; his Aunts Barb (Regis) Fiore, Deborah Yonek, and Janet (William) Clelland; his uncles William Yonek and Robert (Catherine) Haramia; and also many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and in-laws. Besides his parents, Darren was preceded in death by his uncle Paul Yonek.
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June 20, 2022 |
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Beverly J. Sporio, age 65, of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Sunday, June 19, 2022 at home. She was a real estate agent for Coldwell Banker and a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Thomas a' Becket Church in Jefferson Hills. Born January 30, 1957 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late William P. "Salty" Jenkins Jr. and the late Marlyn (Grimm) Jenkins. She is survived by her husband of 35 years, Robert A. Sporio; daughter, Leah Sporio of Greensburg; son, Michael Sporio of Elizabeth Twp.; uncles, Louis and Tom Grimm and Peter Lemak; brothers-in-law, Vincent (Sandy) Sporio of Clairton and Larry (Dinean) Sporio of Clairton; beloved family dog, Roma; also, nieces, nephews and numerous cousins. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brother, Ray W. Jenkins. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Wednesday, June 22, 2022 from 5-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday, June 23, 2022 at 10 AM in St. Thomas a' Becket Church. PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH. Private burial will be in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. In lieu of flowers, Bev emphatically wished contributions be made to a charity of one's choice. Offer condolences at
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June 20, 2022 |
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Marlene (Jurenek) DeSimone, age 84 of Clairton, passed away on Friday, June 17, 2022 at Seneca Place in Verona. Born September 14, 1937 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late John and Mary (Troychak) Jurenek. Marlene, along with her husband, co-owned the M.J. DeSimone Fruit Company in Clairton and was a member of St. Isaac Jogues Roman Catholic Church (St. John 23rd Parish) in Jefferson Hills. Marlene engaged in many charitable works, particularly in her former parishes of St. Joseph and St. Clare in Clairton. She was also known for making outstanding fruit baskets near the holidays. She loved crafts and gardening but her main focus was always her family. Marlene was preceded in death by her husband Victor DeSimone, who passed away on November 12, 2020. She is survived by her daughters Rosemarie (Carl) Fetch of Monongahela, Victoria (Gene) Zombek of Wilkins Twp., Marlene (Scott) Stachowski of Milton, GA, and Carol (Samir) Joglekar of Duluth, GA; her grandchildren Hilarie and Jordan Zombek, Austin and Emily Stachowski, and Maya and Pierce Joglekar; her brother Don (Jane) Jurenek of Georgia; and also nieces and nephews.
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June 18, 2022 |
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Catherine C. (Malena) Drake, age 79, of New Eagle and formerly of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Tuesday, June 14, 2022 at home. Born January 23, 1943 in Monongahela, she was a daughter of the late Albert and Helen (Morris) Malena and wife of the late Curtis L. Drake. She is survived by daughters, Denise Beluscak of Monessen, Sheryl Klingensmith of Jefferson Hills and Elizabeth Drake of Monessen; grandchildren, Jordan and Mitchell Drake; brothers, Vincent (Norma) Malena of Florida, Lawrence Malena of Fallowfield Twp., William (Clarene) Malena of California and Albert “JR” (Mike) Malena of Fallowfield Twp.; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was prceded in death by her sister, Alberta Malena. No visitation or services are planned. Private burial at Mon Valley Memorial Park. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
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June 17, 2022 |
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Shirley J. Williams, age 89, of Forward Twp., passed away on Thursday, June 16, 2022 at Mon Valley Care Center. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Elizabeth, where she enjoyed volunteering. She also enjoyed volunteering with her late husband at Forward Twp. Fire Department fairs. Born October 14, 1932 in Coal Valley, she was a daughter of the late Fredrick and Jessie (Mayou) Achtzehn and wife of the late Clifford E. Williams. She is survived by son, Roy C. (Tracy) Williams of Forward Twp.; granddaughter, Kelly (Bill) Tomajko of Apollo; great-grandchildren, Madison (Bill Clark) Tomajko of Apollo, Jerzy Tomajko of Apollo, Ashley Williams of Monessen and Annikah Williams of Monessen; sister, Joan Lillico of Tarpon Springs, FL; brother, Wayne Achtzehn of Niceville, FL; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by grandson, Roy C. Williams Jr. No visitation is planned. Private burial will be in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
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June 16, 2022 |
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Joseph E. Elkowitz, age 78 of Clairton, passed away on Wednesday, June 15, 2022 at Jefferson Hospital. Born June 11, 1944 in Clairton, he was a son of the late Mary and Joseph Elkowitz. Joseph worked as a crane operator for Irvin Works in West Mifflin for 40 years and was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish. Joseph was preceded in death by his wife, the late Veronica (Papucic) Elkowitz, who passed away on February 21, 2019. He is survived by his sons Michael (Darlene) Mursch of West Mifflin, Jamie (Sarah) Elkowitz of Jefferson Hills, and Shaun Elkowitz of Clairton; grandchildren Marissa (John) Mursch, Holly, Ally, & Essy Elkowitz, Krista (Ziya) Hajiyev, and Allyn (Darci) Fenwick; great-grandchildren Marley Graham, Jayla and Aydin Hajiyev, and Maylanna and A.J. Fenwick; brother Charles Elkowitz of Confluence; and nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by sisters Joanne, Marjorie, and Mary Anne Elkowitz.
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June 15, 2022 |
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George F. Gary, Sr., age 66 of Aliquippa, passed away on Monday, June 13, 2022 in Heritage Valley Beaver Hospital. Born October 4, 1955, in McKeesport, he was a son of the late John M. and Elizabeth "Betty" (Kurta) Gary. George was preceded in death by his son George, Jr and brothers John and Dick Gary. He worked as a Global Account Manager at Tazmanian Freight Systems. George is survived by his wife Patty (Gray) Gary and their beloved dogs Kona and Elsa; granddaughters Taylar and Kalei Getsy; his brother Donald (Sharon) Gary and their children Carrie (Nick) Santonastaso (children Aubrey, Alex and DJ (Tawnya) Gary and stepdaughter Halley), and the many nieces and nephews and their children: Marlene Gary and her children John (Lynn) Gary and their children John IV, Jane and Margaret, Bob (Jill) Gary; Beth (Scott) Basmajian and their children Scott Jr, Ashley, and Sarah; and Stella Gary and her children Stella, his special niece, (Kerry) Keane and their children Matt, KJ, Josie, and Julianna; Richard Gary and his children Elise and Richie; Joey, his special nephew, (Rachel) Gary and their daughter Nihasa; Tony (Theresa) Gary and their children TJ, Tyler, and Albert; Mary Catherine and Regis Kiliany and their daughter Caitlin; Denise and Sam Pagani; Gail Gray and partner John Lawrence; Timothy Gray and special friend Diana Wade; Tori (Zach) and their children Amora and Ronan Miller; his special cousin Mary Jablonski; and his special friends Joe and Carol, Tracey and Tim, Val and Michael, Jo and Norm, Paul and Tiffany, Cindy, and George’s daughter Kandace Kettren. George enjoyed fishing, hunting, golfing and, more than anything else, spending time with his family.
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