April 08, 2022 |
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Suzanne D. Keller, age 82, of Pleasant Hills and formerly of Wilson passed away on Thursday, April 7, 2022 at Jefferson Hospital. Born September 16, 1939 in Glassport, she was a daughter of the late William Erskine and Elizabeth (Hughes) Duncan. Suzanne worked as a claims adjuster for Highmark in Pittsburgh and was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth. Suzanne loved doing needlework and cooking for others. She was preceded in death by her husband Kevin Blake Keller. Suzanne is survived by her children Mary Beth Keller of Pleasant Hills, Sean (Beth) Keller of Baldwin, and Kevin (Helen) Keller of Beaver; grandchildren Blake Keller, Andrew (Leah) Golletti, and Brandon, Seth, and Katie Keller; great-grandson, Milo; siblings Joseph (Cynthia) and Kathleen Duncan; foster siblings James (Marti) and Mary Lee Dill; and also nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her siblings William Duncan and Catherine Kyslinger, and foster brother Hugh Dill.
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April 04, 2022 |
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William "Bill" D. Worthington, age 51, of West Elizabeth, passed away on Thursday, March 31, 2022 at Jefferson Hospital. He was a sales merchandiser for Home Depot in East Liberty. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, and was a firearms expert. He loved classic cars and all his animals. Born November 30, 1970 in McKeesport, he was a son of William G. Worthington of Elizabeth and Annette (Wise) (Tony) Ferrieri of Pittsburgh. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, Natalie C. (Kauffmann) Worthington; sons, Will and Jacob Worthington at home; sisters, Cass (Joe) Hicks of Pittsburgh and Lacey (David) Goldberg of State College; paternal grandmother, Isabelle Worthington of Elizabeth; also, nieces, nephews and extended family. Visitation was private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Mentored Youth Program, Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission, 1601 Elmerton Avenue, P.O. Box 67000, Harrisburg, PA 17106 or any local animal rescue sanctuary. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
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April 01, 2022 |
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Lurray D. Blatchford, age 83 of Clairton, passed away on Thursday, March 31, 2022 in Jefferson Hospital. Born September 29, 1938 in Baltimore, MD, she was a daughter of the late Eugene R. Bailey and Ruth Adele (Beeker) Wheat Bailey. A retired customer service representative with area banks, most recenly BNY Mellon, Lurray enjoyed needlepoint and reading in her spare time and was obsessed with cookbooks and word searches. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Leonard Earl Blatchford, who passed away June 15, 1996, her brother Charles Wheat, and her sister Ellen B. Singleton. Lurray is survived by her brother Eugene (Sandra) Bailey of Newark, DE; her nieces and nephews: Carrie (Shane) O'Hare, Brooke (Matthew) Hopkins, Elaine (Jim) Bubella, Donna (David) Miller, Charles (Sharon) Wheat, Jr., Janine (Bill) Cain, Kevin Singleton, Katherine and Neve O'Hare, and Andrew Evans; and also other family and many dear friends.
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March 29, 2022 |
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Donna (Hough) Stevens, age 87, of Sewickley, formerly of West Elizabeth and Marianna, FL, passed away on Sunday, March 27, 2022 at Masonic Village of Sewickley. A retired receptionist for Westinghouse in Large, she was a former member of West Elizabeth United Methodist Church and she loved animals. Born December 7, 1934 in Scottdale, she was a daughter of the late Rex D. Hough Sr. and the late Martha (Evans) Hough and wife of the late Raymond C. Stevens. She is survived by sister, Bonnie Stoicovy of Sewickley; brother, Rex D. (Barb) Hough Jr. of Pleasant Hills; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by sister, June Harvey. Private services and burial at Jefferson Memorial Park, Pleasant Hills. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
March 29, 2022 |
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Barbara A. Schaut, age 86 and a lifetime resident of McKeesport, passed away on Monday, March 28, 2022. Born July 21, 1935 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Anna (Lesniak) Lesko, Jr.. A member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish, Barbara is survived by her husband John W. "Jack" Schaut; her son John M. (Marcy) Schaut of McKeesport; her grandchildren Michael (Lexi), Samantha (Ian), and Allison (Rob) Schaut; and her great-grandson Alexander Schaut. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter Monica Schaut and her stepmother Matilda Lesko.
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March 27, 2022 |
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Clara A. Stasko, age 90 of Port Vue, passed away on Sunday, March 27, 2022. Born June 30, 1931 in Glassport, she was a daughter of the late Adam and Mary (Kraszewski) Zaurski. A graduate of West Penn Nursing School and a retired nurse from McKeesport Hospital, Clara was a member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish. She was a former Democratic Comitteewoman in Port Vue, a National AARP member, a member of the Red Hats Society, the Glassport High School Alumni monthly lunch group. Clara was a sports fan as well and will be remembered for her great sense of humor. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Donald Stasko, who passed away November 22, 1974; her sons Mark and David Stasko; her grandson Michael; her sisters Jean Machawick, Laura Suchko, Mary Magdic, and Blanche Derewanko; and her brothers Steve, Walter, Edward, and Stanley Zaurski. Clara is survived by her grandchildren David (Elizabeth) Stasko, Courtney (Ryan) Gross, Ian (Katie) Stasko, and Jesse (Krista) Stasko; her nine great-grandchildren; and her daughters-in-law Danette Stasko of Elizabeth Twp. and Kathy Stasko of Hudson, OH; and also many nieces and nephews.
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March 25, 2022 |
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Lucille Ann (Geletko) Toth, age 89 of Clairton, passed away at home surrounded by her family on Thursday, March 24, 2022. Born February 15, 1933 in Clairton, she was a daughter of the late Chrles W. and Mary J. (Donesec) Geletko. A former cashier at Sun Drug in West Mifflin, Lucille was a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish - St. Clare of Assisi Church in Clairton. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Andrew S. Toth, who passed away December 10, 2015, and her brothers Robert, Charles, and Donald "Doc" Geletko. Lucille is survived by her children Gary A. Toth of Clairton and Cynthia M. (Jamo) Splenda of Jefferson Hills; her grandchildren Taryn (Duke) Splenda Laha, Kristen Dugan, and Jonathan (Erin) and Steven Toth; her great-grandchildren; her sister Martha Rosko of Clairton; and also many nieces and nephews.
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March 23, 2022 |
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Allan D. "Greenie" Green, age 74 of Rostraver Twp. and formerly of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Wednesday, March 23, 2022 at home surrounded by his family. Born April 25, 1947 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Arba and Clara (Calabrese) Green. A retired pile driver, most recently for the Carpenters' Union Local, and a Vietnam War Veteran of the US Army. In his spare time, Allan was an outdoorsman who enjoyed camping at his place in the mountains, but not nearly as much as he enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife of 51 years (52 next week) Marianne (Barella) Green; his children Shane (Rebekah) Green and Sunny (David) Davis, both of Rostraver Twp.; his grandchildren Isabella and Gabriella Green and Marlee and Landon Davis; his sister Sue Cheeseman of Ormond Beach, FL; his brother-in-law William E. (Virginia) Barella, Jr. of Rostraver Twp.; and also his nephews.
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March 23, 2022 |
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Edward J. Vibostak, age 93, of Elrama, passed away on Tuesday, March 22, 2022 at the home of his granddaughter. An Army veteran serving during the Korean War, he was a retired pipe fitter for US Steel Irvin Works in West Mifflin. A Union Twp. Supervisor and Justice of the Peace, he was a life member of Elrama Volunteer Fire Co. and Elrama Sportsman's Club, and a member of American Legion Post 75 in Clairton, VFW Post 803 in Clairton and the Finleyville Loyal Order of Moose. Born July 1, 1928 in Elrama, he was a son of the late Matthew and Bertha (Spontak) Vibostak and husband of the late Mary A. "Mikey" (Crownover) Vibostak. He is survived by daughters, Cathy Johnson of Elrama and Lori (Jason Mitchell) Bailey of Elrama; sons, Edward P. (Christine) Vibostak of East Millsboro, Matthew P. (Mary Catherine) Vibostak of Finleyville and James (Kim Hall) Vibostak of Jefferson Hills; 11 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by sister, Barbara Vibostak, and brothers, Pete, Frank and Mike Vibostak. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Friday, March 25, 2022 from 3-8 PM. A Blessing will take place on Saturday, March 26, 2022 at 10 AM in the funeral home with Deacon Dale DiSanto officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. A luncheon at the Elrama Sportsman’s Club will follow the committal at the cemetery. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
March 21, 2022 |
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Phyllis J. Usko, age 91 of Elizabeth Township and formerly of Glassport, transitioned peacefully at home from this life to her eternal reward on Sunday, March 20, 2022. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 60 years, Paul J. Usko, Jr.; her parents, George and Helen (Harchar) Grivna; and her brother, Lawrence F. Grivna. Phyllis leaves behind her beloved daughter and caregiver Sherri Lynne, also of Elizabeth Township; her adored soon-to-be son in law Gregg A. Green of Squirrel Hill; her “sis” in law and best friend Shirley Usko (Herman Lieb) Hornfeck of Jamestown; her nieces, Ellen (William) Fagan of Brookline and Lee Ann (Jeff) Berkey of Southport, NC; her great niece, Kristin Fagan of Brookline; her “grandkitty” Polly; as well as numerous cousins and friends. Phyllis was the salutatorian of the Glassport High School Class of 1948. She and her husband were high school sweethearts. She worked for 21 years as a payroll supervisor for the G.C. Murphy Company corporate offices in McKeesport, before assuming the role of stay-at-home mother to her long awaited only child. She was a devout Catholic and was a member first of Holy Trinity in McKeesport, and then of Sts. Joaquim and Anne Roman Catholic Church in Elizabeth Township. She was also a member of the First Catholic Slovak Ladies Association, the Highlander Ladies Bowling League for which she served as secretary on multiple occasions, and was a volunteer at Baldwin Health Center. Her hobbies included watching the Pittsburgh Penguins and happy movies on the Hallmark Channel, crossword puzzles, and spending as much time as she could with her daughter.
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March 19, 2022 |
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Kathleen LaVerne (Whitney) Shaner, age 91 of Liberty Borough and formerly of McKeesport and Las Vegas, passed away on Friday, March 18, 2022 at home. Born March 22, 1930 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late James and Nora (Graham) Whitney. She worked as a sales clerk for J.C. Penney’s Company and was a member of St. Patrick Church (Mary Mother of God Parish) in McKeesport. Kathleen is survived by her husband Gerald K. Shaner of McKeesport; daughters Linda Lee Kenney of Louisville, Kentucky, Cathy Jo (Denny) Burgman of Larimer, Debbie (Dennis) Caroselli of Las Vegas, NV, Donna (John) Polakovic of White Oak; sons Gerald (Debbie) Shaner of Las Vegas, NV, Ronald (Roberta) Shaner of Las Vegas, NV, Robert Shaner of Bellvue, NE; 14 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; sisters Norma Whitney Dearfield of Cranberry Twp. and Janet Baum of Elizabeth Twp; and numerous nieces and nephews.Besides her parents, Kathleen was preceded in death by her brothers Jerry and James Whitney.
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March 15, 2022 |
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Sharlene M. Lazar, age 87, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Monday, March 14, 2022 at Jefferson Hospital. She was a retired sales representative for Avon. She was a member of Ascension of Our Lord Byzantine Catholic Church in Clairton, where she was a member of the Ladies Guild, and was a former member and tour director of Wilson AARP. Born February 28, 1935 in Greensburg, she was a daughter of the late John and Elizabeth (Hyjurick) Moxin and wife of the late John F. "Jack" Lazar. She is survived by daughter, Kathleen Sorton of Elizabeth Twp.; son, Daniel Lazar of Elizabeth; grandchildren, Larry Sorton of Scott Twp., Sarah Smith of Elizabeth and Emily Sorton of Elizabeth Twp.; five great-grandchildren; also, nieces and nephews. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Thursday, March 17, 2022 from 3 PM until the time of Panachida at 5 PM with the Rev. Ivan Mina officiating. Burial will be in Ascension Cemetery, Clairton. Offer condolences at
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March 13, 2022 |
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Dolores "Wootsie" Jean (Keeley) Castine, age 89 and formerly of Boston, PA, passed away on Saturday, March 12, 2022. Born April 6, 1932 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Chester and Lenora (Flohr) Keeley, wife of the late Carl L. Castine, who passed away June 25, 2004, and her daughter Audrey (Gary) Greenawalt, who passed away May 16, 2016. Dolores is survived by her sons Theodore (Jean) Southern of Pottstown and Dennis (Christine) Southern of Lincoln Borough; her grandchildren Shawn Southern, Stephanie Ryan, Melissa Ryder, and Phillip Greenawalt; and also her six great-grandchildren.
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March 10, 2022 |
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Thomas M. Carroll, Jr., age 65 of McKeesport, passed away at home on Monday, March 7, 2022. Born November 1, 1956 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Thomas M. Carroll, Sr. and Shirley Jane (Evans) Carroll Dorn. A retired manager at the Bloomfield Sunoco, Thomas loved music, writing, and was an avid reader. He is survived by his daughters Crystal Ann Carroll and Shelly Lynn Carroll; his grandsons Tyler Michael Carroll and Edwin Carroll; his sisters Colleen (Larry) Marshall, Kathy and Cheryl Carroll, and Erin Miller; his brother Paul Dorn; and also nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Thomas was preceded in death by his brother Terry Carroll.
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March 10, 2022 |
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Joseph Charles "J.C." Muenzer, age 62, of Elizabeth, passed away on March 9, 2022, at Jefferson Hospital with his loving family at bedside. He was the owner of JC Flooring in Elizabeth. He was a member of Journey By Grace Church in Rostraver, where he played lead guitar in the praise band and practiced his strong faith. He was the lead guitarist for Larry Lee Jones and the Sidemen, Prairie Fire, Silverado and Steel Witness. His first love was the guitar at the young age of 14 where one of his many talents shined through. He was an outdoorsman, loved to fish, hunt and loved the Steelers. J.C. touched so many lives and was blessed with a loving family. He was a proud father and pappy and dedicated husband. He will be missed by many but his memory will live on forever. A precious life taken too soon, fly high with the angels and you will forever be our hero. Born July 8, 1959 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late Eugene Muenzer and Patricia A. (Franceschini) Blyth. He is survived by his wife of 11 years, Lisa R. (Wilson) Muenzer; daughters, Lisa (Jarvis) Fraser of Jacksonville, FL and Krista (Brian) Best of Forward Twp.; sons, Josh (Sara Miller) Muenzer of Elizabeth, Chad (Peggy Ormond) Rager of Elizabeth and Jeremy Rager of Elizabeth; grandchildren, Janessa Collins, Maddi and Danica Best, Chad Rager Jr. and Alyssa and Kali Fraser; stepfather, Joseph E. Blyth Sr.; sister, Terri (John) Fortier of Lewiston, ME; brother, Ryan Blyth of Pittsburgh; also, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Sunday, March 13, 2022, from 2-4 and 6-8 PM and Monday from 10-11 AM at Journey By Grace Church (PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH). Funeral service is Monday at 11 AM at the church with Pastor William Bailey officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warrior Project - Pittsburgh, 600 River Avenue, Suite 400, Pittsburgh, PA 15212. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
