Jessica L. Kaufman
June 10, 2022 |
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Setsue Mayhugh
June 08, 2022 |
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Richard Lee Maraffi, Sr.
June 08, 2022 |
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Richard Lee Maraffi, Sr., age 79 of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Tuesday, June 7, 2022 in Canterbury Place, Pittsburgh. Born February 25, 1943 in Buena Vista, he was a son of the late Rancel and Alice (Smith) Maraffi. A US Air Force Veteran of the Vietnam War, Richard worked as a warehouse manager for G.C. Murphy Co. in McKeesport and also for US Steel in Duquesne. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Georgienne M. (Matola) Maraffi, who passed away March 13, 2020; his son Richard L. Maraffi, Jr., who passed away January 12, 2014; and his sisters Vikki Ankney and Darla Obal. Richard is survived by his sons Ramon and Ronald (Wendy) Maraffi, both of Slippery Rock; his grandsons Ryan (Allie) and Kyle (Carlee) Maraffi; his great-grandson Carter Maraffi; and also nieces and nephews.
William J. Trasp
June 07, 2022 |
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William J. "Yogi" Trasp, age 75, of Espyville, formerly of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Tuesday, June 7, 2022 in Elizabeth Twp. A Navy veteran of the Vietnam War, he retired as an assembly line worker for Fisher Body in West Mifflin. He was a member of Elrama United Methodist Church. He enjoyed making stained glass windows, riding his motorcycle, wintering in Florida, and being with family and friends. Born November 1, 1946 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late William J. and Loretta Fern (Welch) Trasp and husband of the late Marcella (Letavec) Trasp. He is survived by sons, John N. (Joanie) Trasp of Mt. Vernon and Bill (Shelli) Trasp of Payne, OH; grandchildren, Jessica and John Letavec, Kara and Kevin Trasp, and Devlin and Raven Geroski; one great-grandchild; sister, Bonnie Popp of North Huntingdon; also, nieces, nephews and aunts. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by brothers, Thomas and James Trasp. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Thursday, June 9, 2022 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Friday, June 10, 2022 at 10 AM in Round Hill Cemetery Chapel, Elizabeth Twp., with the Rev. Dr. William K. Little officiating. Burial will follow. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
Russell A. Forsythe
June 07, 2022 |
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Russell A. Forsythe, age 70, of Elizabeth, passed away on Monday, June 6, 2022 at Jefferson Hospital. An Army veteran of the Vietnam War, he retired as a technician for Toshiba in Pittsburgh. He attended Park Baptist Church in Versailles, loved spending time with his grandchildren, and enjoyed fishing. Born March 8, 1952 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Harry and Stella (Flory) Forsythe. He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Tammy J. (Brannon) Forsythe; daughter, Leah (Christopher) Wampler of Elizabeth; sons, David (Jessica) Cochran of Maysville and Matthew Cochran of Elizabeth; eight grandchildren; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by son, Chad Forsythe; sister, Judy Layton; and brothers, Harry and Eddie Forsythe. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Thursday, June 9, 2022 from 5-7 PM. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
William "Willie" Takacs, Sr.
June 06, 2022 |
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William “Willie” Takacs, Sr., age 96 of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, June 3, 2022 at his home. Born October 7, 1925 in Duquesne, he was a son of the late Steven and Catherine (Horvat) Takacs.
Willie was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish – St. Patrick’s Church in McKeesport and was a faithful Catholic who loved to sing hymns at Mass. “Pap” loved his family and was a proud father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He especially loved gathering with everyone on Sundays for spaghetti dinner.
Willie retired after 38 years as a brakeman and conductor for the Union Railroad and loved to tell everyone that he retired for as many years as he worked. He was a member of the “Greatest Generation” and a Veteran of World War II, having served in the Navy aboard the heavy cruiser USS Louisville and was very proud of his service to his country. When asked, he proudly recalled his war stories and campaigns aboard the Louisville in the South Pacific.
Willie’s greatest joy, besides his family, was golf. He learned the game as a young boy caddying at Duquesne Country Club and played on the golf team at Duquesne High School. He lived to say that he had been playing golf for 85 years. He was a scratch golfer who first shot his age at 69 and continued to shoot his age well into his 90s. Willie played most of his golf at Butler’s Golf Course in Elizabeth and knew the course so well that he would hit his drive and immediately get the next club out of his bag for the second shot. Last summer, he could still be seen playing there on Tuesdays and Fridays with his “Bullchipper” buddies.
Willie lived a full life and in his later years loved to say: “Don’t worry about me; I had a great run.”
Ethel Allan
June 06, 2022 |
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Milton I. Mitchell
June 05, 2022 |
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Milton I. Mitchell, age 88 of Forward Twp., passed away surrounded by his family on Friday, June 3, 2022. Born June 25, 1933 in Ohiopyle, he was the son of the late Benjamin and Dolly (Fulmer) Mitchell. A US Army Veteran of the Korean War, Milton was a self employed carpenter. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, the late Shirley Mitchell, and his children Carole Pantoleo and William Wise. Milton is survived by his daughter JoAnn (Daniel) Budd of Elizabeth; his granddaughters Danielle (Charles) Meehleib of Elizabeth and Carole Bisleglia of Rostraver Twp.; his great-grandchildren Charles, Jr. and Daniel Meehleib and Hanna, Rebecca and Reese Biscleglia.
Lovella Dowden
June 01, 2022 |
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Ronald E. Peterson
May 31, 2022 |
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Ronald "Pete" E. Peterson, age 79, of Clairton, passed away on Monday, May 30, 2022 at home. He was a retired welder for Pete's Welding. An Army veteran, he was a member of Pine Run United Methodist Church in Clairton. He played softball into his 70s and enjoyed fishing, hunting, duckpin bowling, and gardening. Born July 13, 1942 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Carl O. and Mildred (Johnson) Peterson. He is survived by his wife, Ruth E. (Inks) Peterson; sons, Ron (Nina) Peterson of Jefferson Hills, Lon Peterson of Upland, CA, Carl (Kristin) Peterson of Derry and Nick (Micaela) Peterson of Clairton; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; also, nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
Eugene A. Izydorczyk
May 27, 2022 |
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Eugene A. Izydorczyk, age 89 of Port Vue, passed away at home surrounded by family on Thursday, May 26, 2022. Born October 9, 1932 in Duquesne, he was a son of Julian and Mary (Chmieleski) Izydorczyk. A member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish and the former St. Joseph's Parish in Port Vue, Eugene began his career as manager of the butcher shop in Foodland in Forest Hills, enjoyed many years as a butcher at Super Duper Market in Port Vue, and finished his career at Rendulic's Meatpacking in the Upper 10th. Ward, McKeesport. On his own, he offered his services dressing hunted game and also made and sold his own homemade hot sausage. Eugene is survived by his wife, to whom he was married since February 12, 1958, Rose (Molinaro) Izydorczyk; his children Pamela (Robert) Fagin of Port Vue, Mark (Monica) Izydorczyk of Elizabeth Twp., Greg (Angela) Izydorczyk of Fairfax, VA, Eugene (Annaliza) Izydorczyk of Gilbert, AZ, and Marijo (Rick) Speidel of Elizabeth Twp.; his grandchildren Alexander, Kathryn (fiance' Hunter Hamilton), and Elizabeth Fagin, Kristal (Doug) Szokoly, Jacquelyn (Steve) Dufalla, and Dylan, Sofia, Austin, and Lauren Izydorczyk; his great-grandchildren Greyson and Giuliana Szokoly, Tyler and Porter Dufalla, and Alaina Fagin; and also nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Eugene was preceded in death by his brothers James, Albin, and Robert Izydorczyk.
David F. Kisan
May 26, 2022 |
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David F. Kisan, age 58 of McKeesport, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Tuesday, May 24, 2022. Born September 15, 1963 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Stephen and Julia (Petach) Kisan. A member of St. Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church in McKeesport and graduate of both Serra High School and Ohio Institute of Technology/DeVry in Columbus, OH, David worked as a technician for Mood Media and was also the owner and proprietor of Dave Does AV. He most of all loved spending time with his children, had a deep appreciation and knowledge of music, and enjoyed motorcycling on his Harley. David is survived by his wife of 33 years Terri (Skotnicki) Kisan; his children David (Danny Currier), Ethan, Kayla, Keyland, Maxwell, Mason, and Brison Kisan; his brothers Stephen A. (Barbara) Kisan of Cleveland, OH and Michael J. Kisan of Versailles; and also nieces and nephews.
Sandra Lee Smith
May 24, 2022 |
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Sandra Lee Smith, age 74, of Port Vue, passed away on Monday, May 23, 2022 at home. She retired as a customer service representative for the Dollar Energy Fund in Pittsburgh. She was a member of Port Vue United Methodist Church and enjoyed Saturday night Bingo at her senior residence. Born August 22, 1947 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Edmond and Eileen (Weimer) Smith.
William J. Ludwick
May 23, 2022 |
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Bobbi Snyder
May 20, 2022 |
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