January 12, 2024 |
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Joyce D. Brown, age 68 of Clairton, passed away on Thursday, January 11, 2024 in UPMC Mercy Hospital - Pittsburgh. Born June 23, 1955 in Richmond, she is the mother of Michelle A. Brown and Von D. Brown of Clairton and the grandmother of Devondre Brown of Clairton, Aymilyon Carter of New Jersey, and Daysia Brown of Clairton. A member of Bible Baptist Temple in Jefferson Hills, Joyce worked for over 20 years in the customer service department of Giant Eagle. She raised her family in the former Blair Heights projects in Clairton and was beloved and active in that neighborhood. Joyce worked at the community center there, looked out for everyone, always had a piece of candy for the children, and was an integral part of the community. She will be remembered as a fun-loving, caring, and respected woman who will be missed by all, but by her family especially.
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January 11, 2024 |
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James Joseph Quashnock, age 80, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2024 at home. He retired as an adjuster for Allstate Insurance Company. A veteran of the Air Force and the Reserves, he was a member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. He loved cars, especially his PT Cruiser, and enjoyed boating on Lake Erie and vacationing in Las Vegas. He was a lifetime member of the Elks and a member of the Moose and American Legion Daniel Keffer Post 75 in Clairton. When all is said and done, he’ll tell you he did it “my way.” Born March 9, 1943 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Joseph F. and Marie G. (Jones) Quashnock. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Natalie M. (Magiske) Quashnock; daughter, Jamie M. (Brendan C. Holly) Quashnock of Henderson, NV; brother, David J. (Donna) Quashnock of Jefferson Hills; sister-in-law, Barbara L. Quashnock; and nieces, Erica Kroll, Autumn (Anthony) DeMarco and Lisa Quashnock. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother, Richard W. Quashnock. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Monday, January 15, 2024, from 4-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at 10 AM in St. Michael Church with the Rev. Thomas J. Burke officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, Four Gateway Center, 444 Liberty Avenue, Suite 1300, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 or online at donatenow.heart.org. Offer condolences at
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January 09, 2024 |
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Helen DeAngelis, age 93, of Jefferson Hills passed away peacefully into eternal life on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at Arden Courts. Helen graduated from Clairton High School in 1948 and went to work as a mail clerk for Allegheny County Kane Hospital until her retirement. She enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, crocheting and tending to her house plants and flowers. She was an excellent baker - her Lady Locks and rolled Pizzelle cookies with cream are a family favorite. As a devoted grandmother and great-grandmother, she played a pivotal role in helping to raise her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, along with her sisters. She was deeply spiritual and always had a prayer list for those in need. Helen loved to quote Italian folk lore and sayings that were passed down to her from her mother. Her favorite past time was being with her family, where she was always a shelter of unconditional love and support to all her loved ones. Her greatest gift was being a deep listener and always knowing exactly what to say, and how to say it, when you needed her most. Born May 12, 1930, she was a daughter of the late Salvatore and Antoinette (DeFlavis) DiClemento of Clairton and wife of 74 years to her loving husband, the late Virgil DeAngelis. She is survived by sons, Barry (Carol) and Bryan (Doreen) DeAngelis; she was the cherished grandmother of Wayne (Karie) Fussaro, Matthew (Chelsea) and Michael (Erin) DeAngelis, and Stephanie and Jessica (Tyler) DeAngelis; great-grandmother of Jake Fussaro, Nick Fussaro, Elizabeth Fussaro, Jude DeAngelis and Helen C. DeAngelis; sisters, Elsie Richards, Arlene Slavik and Natie Antonelli; also, many loving nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her loving daughter, Sandra (the late Ron) Fussaro, and dear sister, Argentine Sikorski. A special thank you to Barbara Leone for providing kind and loving care for Helen and Virgil. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth, on Saturday, January 13, 2024 from 9:30 AM until the time of blessing at 11 AM with Deacon Victor DeFazio officiating. Burial will be in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Offer condolences at
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January 09, 2024 |
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Lylalee L. Weldon, age 87 of Versailles, passed away on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 H.J. Heinz VA Hospital - Aspinwall. Born April 18, 1936 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Blaine and Vivien (Giles) Lytle. A US Air Force Veteran and member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, Lylalee received an associates degree from CCAC and worked as a secretary for McKeesport Hospital, the former St. Denis Church in Versailles, and most recently for St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church. She joins her husband, the late Edwin J. Weldon, who passed away May 2, 2019. Lylalee is survived by her daughters Denise (Steve) Siviy of Winston-Salem, NC, Dawn (Wayne Carver) Forbes of Windsor, MA, and Deborah (John Lips) Schroeder of Versailles; her ten grandchildren Cassie, Edwin, Joey, Tabby, Nina, Kayla, Nathan, Jackie, Allison, and Shannon; her nine great-grandchildren; her sister Bonnie Vojnovich of Freedom; and also nieces and nephews. Besides her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by her brother Blaine Lytle.
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January 09, 2024 |
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James M. Cavalancia, age 70 of Versailles, passed away on Monday, January 8, 2024 in UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born March 11, 1953 in Wilkinsburg, he was a son of the late Stephan and Margaret Lorraine (Schake) Cavalancia. A journeyman machinist, mostly with WabCo Air Brake of Wilmerding and most recently with American Shear and Knife in Homestead, James was a member of the CFU Lodge #146 of Versailles, the 11th Ward Club in McKeesport, and formerly the Versailles American Legion and Wilmerding Ukrainian Club. In his spare time, he enjoyed rooting on the Steelers, Penguins, and the University of Pittsburgh. James is survived by his son Mathew (Jennifer) Cavalancia of Elizabeth Twp. and their daughters Alessa and Lydia; and his long time companion Sandy Bezick, her children Tammy Waltonbaugh and Jimmy (Kristen) Bezick, and her grandchildren Ashley Waltonbaugh and Brianna Bezick. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers Steve (Marlene) and Rick Cavalancia.
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January 08, 2024 |
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Patricia (Theiss) Belback, age 71, of Forward Twp., passed away on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at home. She loved flowers, gardening, birds, cooking, and taking care of her children and grandchildren. Born May 12, 1952, in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Bill and Alice (Kennet) Theiss. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Ronald J. Belback; daughters, Cheryl (Keith) Balint of Forward Twp. and Jaclyn (Mark) Alvarez of Elizabeth Twp.; son, Ronald J. (Amy) Belback Jr. of Forward Twp.; grandchildren, Claire and Elijah Balint, Nathan, Luke and Lauren Alvarez, Sarah Belback, Avari Reed and Ethan Belback; sister, Shirley (Carl) Klinzing of South Park; brothers, Thomas (Sherry) Theiss of Penn, Billy (Debbie) Theiss of Jefferson Hills and David Theiss of Ringgold; also, nieces and nephews. Visitation and a blessing service are private. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
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January 05, 2024 |
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Anthony M. Hutskow, age 82 of Elizabeth Twp., passed away at home on Thursday, January 4, 2024. Born February 6, 1941 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Anthony T. and Helen (Hrapchak) Hutskow. A member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish - St. Michael's Church, Anthony worked as a funeral director with the former Pavlic Funeral Home in Versailles, at US Steel Duquesne Works, and longest and lastly as a manager for Burger King at locations around the Richmond, VA area. In his spare time, he loved to fish. He is survived by his wife of 60 years Leona (Watrobski) Hutskow; his children Janice (the late Thomas) Petet of Prince George, VA and Anthony M. (Jennifer) Hutskow, Jr. of Elizabeth Twp.; his grandchildren Thomas Petet, Jr., Rachel (David) Duval, Anthony J. (Katelyn) Hutskow, Adam (Carrie) Hutskow, and Lexi Hutskow; his great-grandchildren Hunter, Gavin, Juliette, Wyatt, Quinn, and Nolan; and also nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Anthony was preceded in death by his brother Dennis Hutskow.
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January 05, 2024 |
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Melinda Hazel (Bryant) LaDue, age 46 of Pittsburgh, passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at home. Born June 9, 1977 in McKeesport, she is a daughter of Janet (Lawrence) Bryant of Greenock and the late William A. Bryant who passed away December 30, 2006. A bachelor's degree recipient from Vassar College in New York in Theater Arts, Melinda was a talented photographer and a caring pet owner to her beloved dog Ziggy. Besides her mother, she is survived by her siblings Wendy Bryant of Greenock, Reid (Tracey) Bryant of Latrobe, Chad (Milada Vachudova) Bryant of Chapel Hill, NC, and Todd (Akiko Meguro) Bryant of Carlisle; her niece and nephews: Kendall, Tyler, Andrew, Lukas, and Dominik Bryant; and her former husband John LaDue.
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January 04, 2024 |
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Diana A. Dale, age 74, of Port Vue, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 3, 2024 at UPMC McKeesport. Born August 29, 1949 in Homestead, she was a daughter of the late Carl Boyd and Roberta (Parks) Jesse and wife of the late Charles K. Dale. She was a loving Mom to and is survived by daughter, Carlene Kellar-Hospodar of Port Vue, and sons, Terry Kellar II of San Diego, CA and Philip (Kim) Kellar of Elizabeth; she was a loving Grammy to her grandchildren, Terry Kellar III of Greenock, Alexa (Erik Fuson) Hospodar of Murrysville, Elijah Hospodar of Port Vue and Delaney Kellar of Elizabeth; sisters, Clara Hill, Ethel Ward, Roberta Wilbur and Norma (Donald) Kite; brother, Carl (Vickie) Boyd; also, many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by brothers, Wayne and Raymond Boyd and former husband, Terry Kellar Sr. Friends and family will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Saturday, January 6, 2024 from 1-4 PM. In memory of her love for her dog, Moitz, and all our family pets, we ask that memorial contributions be made to White Oak Animal Safe Haven, 2295 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131. Offer condolences at
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January 03, 2024 |
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Ryan Main, age 23, of Clairton, passed away on Tuesday, December 26, 2023. He was a construction laborer. Born February 25, 2000 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of Roni (Dan Wilson) Martin of Bedford. In addition to his mother he is survived by his son, Hunter Main of Bedford; brothers, Dustin Martin of Erie and Devin Main. No visitation or services are planned. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 1640, Hagerstown MD 21741. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
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December 31, 2023 |
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Helen Marie (Kaduk) Ciavarra, age 96 formerly of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023. She was born on December 31, 1926, in Glassport and was the daughter of the late Joseph and Margaret (Janitor) Kaduk. She was the second youngest of eight (8) children and attended Holy Trinity School in McKeesport. After attending school, Helen went to work at National Tube in McKeesport. While waiting for the bus to return home from work, she met her future husband Frank Ciavarra. They were married on February 2, 1947, in Holy Trinity Church. Together they had three daughters Valerie Flizanes (Gust) of Irwin, Fran Kos (Paul) of Trafford, Gerri Payne (Denis) of North Huntingdon, and a son Eugene Ciavarra of Mt. Lebanon.
Helen belonged to St. Patrick’s Catholic Church (the former St. Perpetua’s) where she was an active member of the Christian Mothers. She was also active in the Palenese Women’s Club, an Italian social organization founded by people from Palena, Italy where her husband Frank was born. Helen loved the color red, plants and flowers, and dancing. To say she loved to dance is an understatement—she was always the first one on the dance floor and the last one to leave the dance floor.
Helen was preceded in death by her husband Frank, her grandson Eric Kos, and all her brothers and sisters. She is survived by her children, her eight grandchildren, her ten great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews.
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December 28, 2023 |
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Helen Holmes, age 93, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Wednesday, December 27, 2023 at Grandview Estates of Elizabeth. She was a member of Elizabeth United Methodist Church in Elizabeth and was a former clerk at Marraccini’s grocery store in White Oak. Born May 15, 1930 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late George and Ester (Turoczy) Kormos and wife of the late Robert W. Holmes Sr. She is survived by her daughter, Sheryl (John) Haseleu of Elizabeth Twp.; son, Robert W. (Nikki) Holmes Jr. of Rostraver Twp.; grandchildren, Erin (Mike) Zowacki of North Huntingdon, Stacey (Paul) Shilk of Elizabeth Twp., Brittany Holmes of New York City, NY, Chelsea Holmes of Miami, FL and Collin Holmes of Eighty-Four; great-grandchildren, Caitlin and Ethan Zowacki; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by a son, John Wesley Holmes, and siblings, Margaret Skiba, Al and George Kormos. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Ave Elizabeth, PA 15037 on Friday, December 29, 2023 from 3-7 PM. A funeral service will take place on Saturday, December 30, 2023 at 10 AM in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Jack H. Piper officiating. Private burial will be in Jefferson Memorial Park, Pleasant Hills. Offer condolences at
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December 26, 2023 |
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On Saturday, December 23, 2023 Sandra L Marraccini of Versailles Boro passed away at age 76. Sandra was preceded in death by her husband Eugene, brother Jimmy Shaheen, parents James and Minnie Shaheen and granddaughter Nicoletta Ciampa. Sandra is survived by her sons Eugene and wife Tina, Damon and wife Andrea, granddaughter Melissa, and great grandson Sage Wright.
Sandra was born in Mckeesport, PA, and later graduated from Elizabeth Forward High School in 1965. In 1966, Sandra married her soul mate Eugene Marraccini and later went to beautician school.
In 1983, Sandra & Eugene fulfilled their dream of opening batting cages and a sporting goods store, Triple Play in North Versailles, which they operated until 2006.
Sandra was known for her giving nature and loving demeanor.
Visitation for Friends and Family will be Thursday, Dec 28, 2023 from 2:00-4:00, 6:00-8:00 pm at Daniel F Bekavac Funeral Home, 4504 Walnut St, Mckeesport, PA 15132.
Blessing & Funeral procession will be Friday, December 29th at 10 AM at Bekavac Funeral Home followed by service at St Joseph’s Mausoleum in North Versailles. www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
December 22, 2023 |
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Michael Anthony Nowak, age 65, of Irwin, formerly of Elizabeth, passed away on Thursday, December 21, 2023 at home. He retired as a senior management and technical advisor for the Department of Energy in South Park. He was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. where he was very active. He was an instructor at Performance Martial Arts & Fitness and a member of the Knights of Columbus. Born October 17, 1958 in New York City, he was a son of the late Edward and Sophie (Tomanek) Nowak. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Nanette M. Nowak; daughter, Christina Nowak of Swissvale; son, Michael J. (Tracie) Nowak of Munhall; sister, Christine (the late Arthur) Deyns of Hawley; brother, Stanley (the late Karen) Nowak of Holbrook, NY; sister-in-law, Maggie Nowak of Floral Park, NY; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Frank Nowak. A memorial gathering will take place on Saturday, December 30, 2023 from 12 PM until the hour of mass at 1 PM at St. Michael Church, 101 McLay Drive, Elizabeth, PA 15037. Burial to follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, North Versailles. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer Disease Research Center, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, 200 Lothrop Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
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December 20, 2023 |
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Donald “Don” A. Davis, age 81, a lifelong resident of Buena Vista, passed away on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at Jefferson Hospital. He retired as a welder for Lincoln Hydraulics in Washington. A wartime Navy veteran, he enjoyed golfing in his younger years and also working on and painting cars. Born November 4, 1942 in Buena Vista, he was a son of the late Arthur G. and Violet J. (Lander) Davis. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Ellen M. "Ellie" (Swarm) Davis; son, Dan T. (Jennifer) Davis of Belle Vernon; grandchildren, Donald Scott Davis Petrocelli of Pittsburgh, Austin Thomas Davis Petrocelli of Monroeville, Jacob Thomas Davis of Huntsville, AL, and Ashley (Chew) Fisher of Belle Vernon; step-grandchildren, Nathan Masucci of Florida and James Masucci of Pittsburgh; and brother, Thomas R. (Phyllis) Davis of Tidioute. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by son, Dean Scott Davis, and granddaughter, Danielle Kathleen Davis. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth, on Saturday, December 23, 2023 from 1 PM until the time of service at 4 PM in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Mary Kay Glunt officiating. Private burial will take place at Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to Elizabeth Boro Clergy Food Bank, 735 Bunola River Road, Elizabeth, PA 15037. Offer condolences at
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