Helen M. Haramia
November 16, 2021 |
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Danny R. Lee
November 16, 2021 |
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Richard T. Weigel
November 16, 2021 |
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William Milas
November 15, 2021 |
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Patricia G. Otroba
November 15, 2021 |
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Patricia G. Otroba, age 60 of Versailles, passed away on Friday, November 12, 2021. Born June 9, 1961 in McKeesport the daughter of the late Michael and Lois (Hull) Otroba. Patricia was a school bus monitor for Pennsylvania Coach Lines. She is survived by her brother Paul M. Otroba of Versailles, uncle John Otroba of Lewes, DE, also by several cousins. Final disposition will be handled privately between the family and Daniel F. Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory, 4504 Walnut Street, Versailles, PA 15132 (412)678-3454 www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
Henry Giammario
November 12, 2021 |
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Henry J. Giammario, age 97 of Greenock, passed away on Friday, November 12, 2021 at Concordia of Monroeville. Born November 24, 1923 in West Newton, he was a son of the late Joseph and Florence (DiSantis) Giammario. A US Army Staff Sergeant during World War II, Henry served in Normandy, France and Germany. He retired from Equibank where he was a Trust Officer for over 25 years. He was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish and the Croatian Fraternal Union, Lodge 146 of Versailles. Henry is survived by his wife Dorothy (Kisan) Giammario; his daughters Deborah Monaco of Plum Boro, Pamela (Jim) Jeltema of Bellebrook, OH, and Beth (Gregory) Smith of Indian Rocks Beach, FL; his four grandchildren; his one great grandson; his three step grandchildren; his five step great grandchildren; and also nieces and nephews.
Elizabeth Anna Segedi
November 11, 2021 |
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Elizabeth Anna Segedi, age 102 of Clairton and formerly of Washington, DC, passed away at home on Wednesday, November 10, 2021. Born August 5, 1919 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Michael J. and Elizabeth (Miney) Segedi. A 1937 graduate of Clairton High School, Elizabeth worked as a civil service employee within the Federal Government in Washington, DC from 1941 to 1978. She began with one year for the IRS Income Tax Division, followed by 36 years with the US Coast Guard as a Visual Information Specialist for the Public Information Division. She was a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish and the former St. Paulinus Church in Clairton and the Catholic Daughters of America Court 212 of the District of Columbia. She is survived by many nieces and nephews and, besides her parents, was preceded in death by her siblings Mary Segedi, John Szegedy, and Michael Segedi.
Ronald L. Van Fossen
November 09, 2021 |
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Ronald L. Van Fossen, age 82, of Elizabeth, passed away on Monday, November 8, 2021 at Jefferson Hospital. He retired as a high school math teacher in the Canon-McMillian School District, where he was a former head coach for the baseball team. He was also a former head coach for a team in the Daily News League and an American Legion team. He was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. Born April 16, 1939 in Bunola, he was a son of the late Harry E. and Stella M. (Cheskawich) Van Fossen. He is survived by his siblings, Arlene Van Fossen, Nancy (Larry) Boal, William (Maryanne) Van Fossen and Dennis (Roslyn) Van Fossen, all of Elizabeth; also, cousins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother, Harry Van Fossen Jr. No visitation is planned. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday, November 11, 2021 at 11 AM in St. Michael Church with the Rev. Thomas A. Wagner officiating. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
Rose Marie Banko
November 09, 2021 |
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Rose Marie Banko, age 88 of McKeesport, passed away on Saturday, November 6, 2021 in Transitions Health Center, North Huntingdon. Born December 28, 1932 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Klisanin) Krznaric. Besides her parents, Rose Marie was also preceded in death by her husband Milton H. "Herb" Banko and her siblings: Caroline Kasunich, Fannie Cindric, Michael and Charles Krznaric, Daisy Kramer, Emma Schneider, and Frank and Joseph Krznaric. She is survived by her sister Mary Scott of Monroeville and many nieces and nephews. There is no visitation scheduled for Rose Marie.
Mary B. Prokop
November 07, 2021 |
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Mary B. Prokop, age 94 of Elizabeth Twp. and formerly of Clairton, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 6, 2021 in Abode Care of Monroeville. Born September 11, 1927 in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Krajrajnak) Bartko. Mary was a member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish - St. Michael's Church in Elizabeth Twp., the former St. Joseph's Parish in Clairton, and its Christian Mothers Guild. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband George Prokop, who passed away July 11, 1991, and her siblings Frank Yantek and Anne Orenyak. Mary is survived by her sons Thomas (Dolly) Prokop of Elizabeth Twp. and Robert (Jo Carol) Prokop of Martinsburg, WV; her grandsons Thomas (Melissa) Prokop of Laytonsville, MD and Daniel (Natalie) Prokop of Allison Park; and her great-grandchildren: Madeline, Matthew, Meredith, Joseph, Nadia, and Petra.
James "Jim" M. David
November 02, 2021 |
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James "Jim" M. David, age 67 of Clairton, passed away on Thursday, October 28, 2021, at Jefferson Hospital. Born August 27, 1954 in Elizabeth, PA, he was a son of the late Arthur B. and Nan (Phillips) David. He is survived by his wife Elaine A. (Homa) David. A former loader for U.S. Steel, Jim was a member of Queen of the Rosary Church, Glassport and the Holy Name Society. Jim was also a former member of the Clairton Auxiliary Police, Sinnemahoning Sportsman's Club, Clairton Sportsman's Club, and the National Rifle Association. He is survived by his brother, Dr. Robert (Sherry) David of Brentwood; his nieces and nephews, his godchildren; Dr. Katherine J. Barnett, Megan Weber, Daniel Barnett, and Alex Hodinko, his cousin, Terry Phillips, and good friend, Kenny Moon. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by siblings, Evan, Art, and Beatrice. A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, November 5, 2021 at 10 AM in Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish -Queen of the Rosary Church, Glassport. Arrangements done by the A.J. Bekavac Funeral Home, Clairton, 555 Fifth Street, Clairton, PA 15025, 412-233-5700. www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
James G. Wilson
November 02, 2021 |
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James G. Wilson, age 73, of Lincoln, passed away on Monday, November 1, 2021 at home. He was a former clerk for the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board and a former Boy Scout. He was awarded the American Legion Youth Leadership Award for high school juniors being a Keystone Boys Stater. Born October 31, 1948 in Philadelphia, he was a son of the late James and Helen (Eggert) Wilson and husband of the late Pamela Jean Gordon Wilson. He is survived by siblings, the Rev. David D. (Gale) Wilson of Venetia and Marijane (Len) Bartkus of New Milford; nephew, Gregory (Amanda) Wilson of Cranberry; niece, Hannah (Harish) Sharma of Jersey City, NJ; and great-nieces and nephews, Matthew and Henry Wilson, and Aadhya and Avani Sharma. A Memorial Service will take place on Friday, November 5, 2021 at 1 PM in the Anglican Church of the Transfiguration in Elizabeth with the Rev. Karl J. Petterson officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Anglican Church of the Transfiguration, 206 South Third Avenue, Elizabeth, PA 15037. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
Anthony J. Julian
October 30, 2021 |
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Anthony J. Julian, age 90 of Pleasant Hills, passed away on Friday, October 29, 2021 in Southwestern Nursing Center, West Mifflin. Born February 2, 1931 in Clairton, he was a son of the late Attilio and Adelina (Lancianese) Julian. A US Army Veteran of the Korean War, Anthony was a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Clare of Assisi Church in Clairton, a retired motor inspector at US Steel Clairton Works, and a member of the Tuesday Night Bowling League in Clairton and Glassport. He is survived by his wife Alberta (DiFalco) Julian; his children Thomas Julian of Pleasant Hills and Barbara (Joe) Mills of West Mifflin; his brother Valentino (Carol) Julian of St. Petersburg, FL; his sister Angeline (Joe) DiPietro of Portland, OR; and also many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Anthony was preceded in death by his siblings Pete, Jimmy, Mark, Joe, John, and Marie Julian, Concerina Bonafortuna, Dorothy and Frances Russo, and Viola Contini.
Rita S. Williams
October 28, 2021 |
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Rita S. Williams, age 93 of Clairton, passed away peacefully in Indiana with her sons and daughter-in-law Pam at her side on Tuesday, October 26, 2021. Born January 19, 1928 in Elizabeth, she was a daughter of the late Pete and Jeanette (Barron) Seidling. A former telephone operator for Bell who also worked for G.C. Murphy & Co. in Clairton and Ames in Bethel Park, Rita was a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Clare of Assisi Church in Clairton and the Clairton Senior Citizens. Hers was a life well lived. Her love, strength, and memories will be greatly missed. She will live on forever in heaven and in our hearts. Besides her parents, Rita was preceded in death by her husband Robert Williams and her siblings Lois Follador and Lawrence "Dutch" Seidling. She is survived by her children Robert (Pam) Williams of Plainfield, IN, Jean (Charles) Minford of Clairton, Kahrl (Rick) Smith of Butler, and Charles (Norma) Williams of Indianapolis, IN; her nine grandchildren: Robert and Jeffrey Williams, Karie Wright, Jaron and Matthew Minford, Karisa Williams, April and Alicia Raymond, and Michael Goliat; her fourteen great-grandchildren; her two great-great-grandchildren; her nieces Dinean (Follador) Benack and Lynne (Seidling) Fedorka; and also many nephews.
Dominic P. Ripepi
October 27, 2021 |
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Dominic P. Ripepi, age 95 of Jefferson Hills, passed away surrounded by his family on Tuesday, October 26, 2021 in Jefferson Hospital. Born July 16, 1926 in Clairton, he was a son of the late Michael and Josephine (Triglia) Ripepi. A US Army Veteran of World War II, Dominic worked as an armored car driver for Landmark Security of Large. He was a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish - St. Clare of Assisi Church, the Knights of Columbus, and the Sons of Italy, all of Clairton. In his spare time, he was a big Steelers Fan, but he was a bigger family man. They will love and miss him terribly. Dominic is survived by his wife of 66 years Josephine (Bonafortuna) Ripepi; his daughters Deborah Ann (Tom) Curry of Kingston, TN and Donna (Ken "Moose") Van Kirk of Clairton; his grandchildren Thomas Michael (Rebecca) Curry and Brian (Carrie) Curry; his great-grandchildren Tony (fiancee' Ashton Martin) Curry, James Curry, Charlie Ann Curry, and Sam Curry; his brother Pat Ripepi of Jefferson Hills; his sister Antoinette Rothacker of Clairton; his sister-in-law Sara Behary of Clairton; and also nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Dominic was preceded in death by his sisters Frances Lofstrom and Marie DeSimone.
