February 01, 2022 |
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Alyssa R. Auld, age 27, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Monday, January 31, 2022 at Forbes Hospital. She was a former waitress at Luciano's in White Oak and loved art and drawing. Born March 1, 1994 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of Thomas J. and Janice (Warnick) Auld of Elizabeth. In addition to her parents, she is survived by brothers, Zachary and Joseph Auld, at home; also, aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by sister, Tenille Auld. A memorial gathering will take place in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Friday, February 4, 2022, from 2 PM until the time of blessing at 7 PM with Deacon Dale DiSanto officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to CdLS Foundation, 30 Tower Lane, Suite 400, Avon, CT 06001. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
February 01, 2022 |
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Mary Jo Andrews, age 60 of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Sunday, January 30, 2022 at Canterbury Place, Pittsburgh. Born January 24, 1962 in McKeesport, she is the daughter of Margaret June (Murtha) Andrews of Elizabeth Twp. and the late James M. Andrews. Mary Jo was a member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish - St. Michael’s Church, Elizabeth Twp. and was a bartender, cook, waitress around the area and worked most recently with Triumvirate Environmental Inc. She was a fisherwoman and a good-hearted, free spirit with a heart-of-gold. Along with her mother, she is survived by her fiance' Ken Thornton; her step-daughters Miranda Thornton and Amber (John) Kieon; step-grandchildren Connor and Harper; siblings Susan (Michael) Krznaric of Elizabeth Twp. Michael (Lisa) Andrews of Walnut Creek, CA and Kathleen (David) Henderson of Greenock; brother-in-law George Blalock; and also nieces and nephews.
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January 31, 2022 |
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Berlyn Lewis, age 96, of Elizabeth, passed away on Sunday, January 30, 2022 at Heritage Manor Senior Living. He retired as a supervisor for Hercules in Clairton. He was a member of Round Hill Presbyterian Church in Elizabeth Twp. where he was a former deacon and a member of the Thriving Survivors Senior Group. A World War II Air Force veteran and former member of the Civil Air Patrol, he was a former security guard with Landmark Security Services. Born September 28, 1925 in Large, he was a son of the late Daniel and Hannah (Lewis) Lewis and husband of the late Katherine (Zofchak) Lewis. He is survived by his daughters, Nancy (Mark) Neff of Elizabeth and Sandra Geiss of Elizabeth; grandchildren, Jonathan (Rachel) Neff of Forward Twp., Katherine (Scott) Jamison of Elizabeth, Craig (Lauren) Geiss of Bloomington, IN and Steven (Emily) Geiss of Columbia, MO; great-grandchildren, Elijah Neff, and Anna, Chillian, Kieran and Cormac Jamison; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by sister, Leona Kessler, and brothers, William, Orville and Daniel Lewis, and David Alderson. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Wednesday, February 2, 2022 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Thursday, February 3, 2022 at 10 AM in Round Hill Presbyterian Church with Rev. Dr. D. Matthew Stith officiating. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH. Burial will be in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions can be made to Round Hill Presbyterian Church, 2150 Round Hill Church Road, Elizabeth, PA 15037. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
January 26, 2022 |
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David A. Lycett Jr., age 75, of Port Vue, passed away on Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at home. He retired as a bus operator for Lynx in Orlando, FL. A Marine veteran serving during the Vietnam War, he was a lifetime member of the Wilson VFW. Born April 15, 1946 in Castle Shannon, he was a son of the late David and Alberta (Robinson) Lycett and partner of the late Joseph “Bill” O’Brien. He is survived by his sisters, Shirley Trail of Port Vue and Mary Trail of Gordonville; also, nieces and nephews. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Saturday, January 29, 2022 from 1-3 PM. Burial will be in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
January 25, 2022 |
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Joanne A. (Mannas) Skoko, age 84, of Pittsburgh, passed away on Monday, January 24, 2022 at Jefferson Hospital. She was a retired sales representative for Altmeyers in Pleasant Hills and an avid reader. Born October 12, 1937 in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of the late John and Anna K. (Wilkes) Mannas and wife of the late Paul Skoko, She is survived by daughters, Arlene (Michael Campbell) Sandoval of Raleigh, NC, Eleanor (Scott Cullen) Schneider of Clairton and Patricia Rieber of Tampa, FL; sons, Ronald (Robin) Mundekis of Manito, IL, Wayne (Lisa) Mundekis of Springdale and Richard (Carol) Mundekis of New Castle; 18 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; sisters, Lelia Schwab of Ohio, Patricia Mannas of Tennessee and Martha (Bill) Wilson of Butler; brothers, Richard (Jannas) Mannas of Butler and Michael Polky of Butler; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by brother, Edward Mannas. No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
January 25, 2022 |
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Joyce (Chapman) Householder, age 77, of Elizabeth, passed away on Monday, January 24, 2022 at UPMC Mercy. She retired after 32 years as a customer service representative for National Real Estate in Robinson Twp. Born May 20, 1944 in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of the late Edward and Grace (Streyle) Chapman. She is survived by her husband of 13 years, David Glenn Householder; daughters, Paula Jo Cridge of Carnegie and Terri Lynn Cridge of Salt Lake City, UT; stepsons, Charles Andrew Householder of Elizabeth and Allen David (Ida) Householder of Cranberry Twp.; grandchildren, Emma Arwyn Householder and Lachlan Alexander Householder; also, nieces and nephews. No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
January 25, 2022 |
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Austin D. "Bud" Large, age 79, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Monday, January 24, 2022 at Jefferson Hospital. An Army veteran, he was a retired coal miner for Consolidated Coal in Pittsburgh. He loved his children and grandchildren. Born January 30, 1942 in Large, he was a son of the late Austin L. and Grace (Hallas) Large. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Kathleen A. (Milano) Large; daughter, Valerie (Jim) Piontek of Baldwin; sons, Steve (Sue) Large of Elizabeth Twp. and Michael Large; grandchildren, John McDonough, Megan McDonough, Shannon Troesch, and Carly and Samantha Large; six great-grandchildren; brothers, Raymond Large of Florida and James Large of Jefferson Hills; also, nieces and nephews. A memorial gathering will take place in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth, on Thursday, January 27, 2022 from 3-7 PM. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
January 24, 2022 |
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Diane E. Brooks, age 67 of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Sunday, January 23, 2022 in UPMC McKeesport. Born July 15, 1954 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Eugene and Madeline (Frankovich) Gross. A dispatcher and paramedic for Mon Valley 911 amongst others, Diane retired as a parking lot attendant with Parking Solutions at Jefferson Hospital. In her spare time, she was a member of Pennsembles, the CFU Lodge #3 of Versailles, and the Lincoln Borough VFD. Diane is survived by her husband of 43 years Robert C. Brooks; her children Dawn Brooks of McKeesport and Matthew Brooks of East McKeesport; her grandchildren Kaylee, Austin, Madalynn, Charles, Chad, Tyler, and Sierra; and her great-grandchild Nolan. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother John Gross and her uncle Richard Medved.
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January 23, 2022 |
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John P. Dormihal, age 67 of Buena Vista, passed away on Saturday, January 22, 2022 in Jefferson Hospital. Born December 28, 1954 in Braddock, he was a son of the late John and Stella T. (Vergot) Dormihal. A US Army Veteran of the Vietnam War era, John worked as an ambulance driver for both CH Transcare and Community Life. He is survived by his wife of 40 years Anna Marie (Rupcic) Dormihal, his children Stephanie (Sean) Cammarata of Swisshelm Park and Nicholas Dormihal of Buena Vista, and many cousins. Besides his parents, John was preceded in death by his sister Betty Dormihal.
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January 22, 2022 |
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Rhoda E. (Swaney) Sedlock, age 92, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Saturday, January 22, 2022 in the comfort of her home and her children. Rhoda’s greatest joy in life was her family and being Grams to her grandchildren and Great Grams to her great grandchildren. She was well known over the years by family and friends for her lady locks and nut rolls. She was an avid Pittsburgh Pirate fan and knew all the players’ names and statistics and always looked forward to spring training and that first televised game. Born August 1, 1929 in Haydentown, PA, she was the daughter of the late Orville Swaney and Marie (Hefner) Swaney. Preceded in death in 2016 by her loving husband of 65 years of marriage, Walter J. Sedlock, she is survived by a son, Walter (Susan) Sedlock of Greensburg, PA.; daughters, Diane (Eric) Olsen of Billings, MT and Joyce (Dennis) Marburger of Stewartstown, PA.; eight grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her brother, George Swaney and her sister, Margaret Rhodes. She was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Township. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth, PA on Tuesday, January 25, 2022 from 3-7 PM. A mass of Christian burial will take place on Wednesday, January 26, 2022 at 10 AM in St. Michael’s Church with Rev. Thomas A. Wagner officiating. Burial will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery, Fairchance, PA. Offer condolences at
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January 17, 2022 |
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Tok Sun Boissin, age 87, of Forward Twp., passed away on Saturday, January 15, 2022 at home. Born November 24, 1934 in Kyungnam-Do, Korea, she was the wife of the late Fernand Alvin Boissin. She is survived by a son, Paul Boissin of Cincinnati, OH; daughter, Teresa Leonard of Pittsburgh; and grandchildren, Derek and Samantha Leonard. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a son, Henry A. Boissin. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth, on Thursday, January 20, 2022 from 2-4 & 6-8PM. Private service and interment at Mt. Vernon Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
January 14, 2022 |
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Bernard J. Derkas, Sr., age 84 of Versailles, passed away at home on Friday, January 14, 2022. Born September 14, 1937 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Charles and Julia (Mallak) Derkas. Bernie was a Veteran of the US Marine Corps, serving during the Korean War; was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish - St. Patrick's Church in Christy Park, and also worked as a self-employed furniture repairman and refinisher. In his spare time, Bernie was a guitarist for the band "Shades of Country" and was a volunteer for the Rails to Trails program. His family will remember his belief in hard work, humility, family values, and humor. Besides his parents, Bernie was preceded in death by his wife Sandra (Hickman) Derkas, who passed away July 30, 2003, his son Mark Derkas, Sr., and his grandsons Vince and Daniel Derkas. He was also preceded in death by his beloved dog, "Amos." Bernie is survived by his children Cynthia (David) Krautz, Butch (Sandi) Derkas, and David (Sherry) Derkas; his eight grandchildren Anthony Derkas, Sr., Joe Derkas, Julie DeBlasio, Annie Krautz, Jes Krautz, Shelby Derkas, Mark Derkas, Jr., and Kayla Derkas; his four great-grandchildren Anthony Derkas, Jr., Paige Derkas, Vera DeBlasio, and Marky Derkas.
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January 12, 2022 |
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On Tuesday January 11, 2022, Raymond Duane Marshall, age 83, one of the finest of men to come out of Boston, PA, died surrounded by his family, just like he would have wanted. Raised by his parents Leslie and Margaret (Harper) Marshall along with his brother Leslie Jr, Ray learned to work hard, to serve his country, and most importantly to share his friendship and love with others without hesitation or judgement. He was a courageous and honorable man, the strong patriarch of our family, had the best memory of all of us, and always enjoyed a good sunburn during family vacations at Ocean City, MD.
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January 12, 2022 |
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Paul T. Hrezo, age 80, of Elizabeth Twp., formerly of Clairton, passed away on Monday, January 10, 2022 at Jefferson Hospital. He was a retired maintenance person for Philotechnics. An Air Force veteran serving during the Vietnam War, he was a member of St. John 23rd Parish in Elrama and American Legion Post 75 in Clairton. Born May 16, 1941 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late John M. and Pauline (Dzubay) Hrezo and husband of the late Rinelda “Suzie” (Sopko) Hrezo and Carol A. (Stout) Hrezo. He is survived by his son, Brian (Kathy) Hrezo of Warner Robins, GA; daughter, Kim (Jay) Ludwig of Clairton; grandchildren, Brandon and Molly Hrezo, Joshua, Jori and Kristofer Ludwig, and Tyler and Scott Herchelroath; great-grandchildren, Lillanna, Madelynn, Owen, Kinsley and Jaxx Herchelroath; his late Suzie's children, Toy Kildow of Elizabeth, Susann (Angelo) Donofrio of Long Island, NY, Alexa Siemon of Elizabeth Twp., Joseph (Helene) Sopko of Level Green, and their children; also, nieces and nephews.
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January 12, 2022 |
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Daniel A. Cochran, Sr., age 101 of Clairton, passed away at home on Tuesday, January 11, 2022. Born October 18, 1920 in Clairton, he was a son of the late George D. and Helen (Allen) Cochran.
A retired stationary engineer at US Steel - Clairton Works, Daniel was a US Marine Corps Veteran of World War II, a member of the former First United Methodist Church of Clairton, and a former member of both the Free and Accepted Masonic Lodge of Dravosburg and the VFW Post #803 in Wilson. Daniel is survived by his wife Geraldine (Brown) Alderson Cochran; his son Daniel A. (Barbara) Cochran, Jr. of Upper St. Clair; his grandsons Robert (Amy) Cochran and their children Dean and Noah and Kenneth (Arrissa) Cochran and their children Alexander and Hannah; his step-children William D. (Sharon) Alderson, Jr. of Midland, MI; Donna Jean (Joe) Bartolomeo of Cape Coral, FL, David G. (Danette) Alderson of Jefferson Hills, Janine (Gary) Larsen of Tennessee, and Jonette A. (Paul) Emsurak of Elizabeth; his brother George Cochran; his sister Naomi Weis; and many step-grandchildren and nieces and nephews.
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