March 22, 2021 |
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Chester Charneicki Jr., age 78, of Forward Twp., passed away on Wednesday, March 17, 2021 at home. He was a retired electrician for U.S. Steel Clairton Works. Born February 26, 1943 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Chester Charneicki Sr. and the late Ann (Ulich) Charneicki and husband of the late Michele J. Charneicki. He is survived by son, Maurice A. Charneicki of Green Cove Springs, FL; grandchildren, Amber (Ryan) Richotte, Candice Charneicki and Rena Charneicki; great-grandchildren, Mariah, Noah, Jasiah, Micah, Jonah and Ariella; also, nieces, nephews and cousins.
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March 22, 2021 |
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Samuel V. Milice, age 88 of Liberty Borough, passed away peacefully in his sleep and surrounded by his family on Sunday, March 21, 2021 in UPMC McKeesport.
Born September 30, 1932 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Anthony and Mary (Campo) Milice and husband of 67 years of the love of his life, the late Norma Jean (Miller) Milice, who passed away May 23, 2020. A US Army Veteran of the Korean War, Samuel was a member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish in Liberty Borough and retired after 30 years as postmaster at the McKeesport Post Office.
In his spare time, Samuel enjoyed duck pin bowling at the lanes in Glassport, rooting on the hometown Pittsburgh sports teams, and was a member of the Lions Club, the Natl. Assoc. of Postmasters, the Nat. Assoc. of Retired Federal Employees, the Liberty Borough Veterans, the Croatian Club #146, the Sons of Italy in Glassport. Most of all, Samuel loved to spend time with his family.
He is survived by his children Samuel Anthony (Christine) Milice, Cheryl (David) Dujmic, and Debbie (Greg) Swank; his grandchildren Nicole (Michael) Hetrick, Shaun (Alecia) Johnston, Samuel (Jennifer) Johnston, Alexi (Brandon) Darr, and Chelsi and Aubri Swank; his great-grandchildren Samantha Hetrick, Micah Hetrick, and Madison Johnston; his sister Nancy Porecco of Colorado Springs, CO; and also nieces and nephews. Besides his parents and wife, Samuel was preceded in death by his brother Jerry Milici.
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March 21, 2021 |
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Florence (Balog) Ocilka Sullivan, age 88, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Saturday, March 20, 2021 at Paramount Senior Living South Hills. She retired as a production line worker for General Motors Fisher Body in West Mifflin.
She was a member of Saints Joachim & Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. and was active with local senior citizen groups. Born January 1, 1933 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late John and Susan (Lucas) Balog.
She is survived by her husband, Roderick P. Sullivan; sons, George (Cynthia) Ocilka of Boiling Springs, SC, David (Lynn) Ocilka of Chester Springs and John (Angie) Ocilka of Elizabeth Twp.; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sister, Mary Ann Stash of Waynesburg; also, nieces and nephews.
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March 19, 2021 |
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Beverly Mae (Bowers) Towner, age 72, formerly of Forward Twp., passed away unexpectedly Thursday, March 18, 2021. Born August 2, 1948 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late John G. and Mae (Smart) Bowers. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Ken Towner and their three children, Bob (Joanne) Towner, Jennifer (Mark) Martin and Daniel (April) Towner; grandchildren, Kayla (Matt) Towner, Cody Towner, Alexa Towner and Mackenzie Martin; brother, Robert (Debbie) Bowers; brother-in-law, Bryan (Nancy) Towner; also, nieces and nephews. She enjoyed family gatherings and spending time with her grandchildren. Bev was loved by many and enjoyed playing cards with her card club of 38 years. She will be clearly missed and forever in our hearts. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Sunday, March 21, 2021 from 2-6 PM. A funeral service will take place on Monday, March 22, 2021 at 10 AM in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Chuck Jack officiating. In order to comply with Covid-19 restrictions, guests are required to wear masks and follow CDC social distancing guidelines. You may be asked to limit your visiting time so that all guests will have an opportunity to pay their respects. The family would like to express their understanding to those who are unable to attend due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Burial will follow in West Newton Cemetery, West Newton. Offer condolences at www.
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March 18, 2021 |
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Peggy J. Williamson, age 91 of Clairton, passed away at home on Wednesday, March 17, 2021. Born January 15, 1930 in Salem, IN, she was a daughter of the late Verna Clemons Medlock and Laura Kathryn (Clark) Fess. A retired outpatient clerk at UPMC Shadyside Hospital, Peggy was a member of Pine Run United Methodist Church in Clairton; the Eastern Star Clairton Chapter #316; a Past President of the PASARD - Pittsburgh Area Square and Round Dancers Federation; Past President of the local PTA; and a member of the American Sewing Guild. She is survived by her husband Harry Gilbert Williamson; her daughters Kathleen (the late Norman) Rinker of Jeffersonville, IN, Karen Williamson of Clairton, and Francell W. (Robert) Helfrich of Atkinson, NH; her grandchildren Alan and Bryan Rinker, Kathryn Gibbs, and Allyson Levesque; her five great-grandchildren; her sisters Nancy C. Dowell of Salem, IN and JoAnn Lemmell of Lanesville, IN; her brother Dale Edwin (Willie) Fess of New Albany, IN; and also nieces and nephews.
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March 18, 2021 |
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Sally A. (Bohlander) Marraccini, age 88, formerly of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Wednesday, March 17, 2021 at ManorCare Health Services - Bethel Park. She retired as a sales associate for JCPenney in Century III Mall in West Mifflin after 25 years of service. As a devoted follower of Jesus, she had the joy of the Lord and was a member of Full Gospel Assembly Church in Monongahela. She often showed her love to others through her delicious cooking and baking. She enjoyed time sitting on her back porch and taking care of the beautiful flowers throughout her yard. She was a blessing to all who knew her. Born July 22, 1932 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Louis and Sarah (Webster) Bohlander. She is survived by her husband of 72 years, Angelo J. Marraccini; sons, Darrell (Julie) Marraccini of Yerington, NV and Angelo J. Marraccini of Elizabeth; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; sister, Darlene Maisano of Florida; brother, John "Sap" Bohlander of Maryland; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by daughter, C. Rene Marraccini Pistell, two sisters and a brother. No visitation is planned. A graveside service will take place on Monday, March 22, 2021 at 10 AM graveside at Round Hill Cemetery in Elizabeth Twp. with Pastor Tom Harding officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Full Gospel Assembly Church, 580 E. Main Street, Monongahela, PA 15063 or Heartland Hospice, 750 Holiday Drive, Suite 110 Foster Plaza #9, Pittsburgh, PA 15220. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
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March 16, 2021 |
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Richard W. Brendza, age 88, of Clairton and formerly of McKeesport, passed away peacefully in his home comforted by his family on March 16, 2021. Born on January 31, 1933 in McKeesport, he was the son of the late John and Helen (Janocko) Brendza. Richard was a Navy veteran serving during the Korean War, an electrical motor inspector for U. S. Steel Irvin Works in West Mifflin and a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, Clairton Worship site. After retirement Richard enjoyed spending time on the Monongahela riding his Jet Ski and will always be remembered for his fun loving personality. Richard is survived by his loving daughter Sharon Brendza, his caregiver with whom he resided.
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March 16, 2021 |
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Michael Goda Jr., age 92, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, March 15, 2021. Born July 13, 1928 in Cokeburg, PA, he was the son of the late Michael Goda Sr. and Maria (Kovalchik) Goda.
During the Depression of 1930, Mike, his mother and two siblings left the United States and went back to Slovakia, where the family was from. In 1948, Michael returned to the United States where he enlisted in the U.S. Army and served in the 31st Infantry Dixie Division in the Korean War. He worked at U.S. Steel Clairton Works for 31 years.
Mike was an avid singer, not only at home but as a cantor for 25 years at Ascension of Our Lord Byzantine Catholic Church.
If you knew Mike, you knew he loved to work on his farm where he gardened and raised sheep for many years. He also enjoyed going to his grandchildren’s sporting events where everyone knew him as “Pap.” He never met a person he didn’t like and always enjoyed talking to everyone.
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March 12, 2021 |
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Michael J.Gogoel III, age 60, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away suddenly on Thursday, March 11, 2021 at Heritage Valley Medical Center. He was a certified master plumber for Boyer & Pentek Inc. in McKeesport.
Michael had a deep-rooted bond with his family and extended family, and was especially close with his cousins. He was proud of and embraced his heritage and always enjoyed family gatherings and other types of celebrations. He was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan and was involved with the Owls in Industry and the WMBU in Blythedale.
Born March 21, 1960 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Michael J. Gogoel Jr. and the late Helen B. (Korona) Gogoel. He is survived by his sisters, Katharine (Arthur) Hohn of Ruffsdale, Barbara (Jimmy) Pascotti of Elizabeth Twp., Michele Boyd of Elizabeth Twp., Claire (David) Bench of Austin, TX, and Bernadette Thompson of Cheswick; nieces and nephews, Arthur, Christopher, Kara, Amy, Marshall, David, Natalie, Vinnie and Wayne; 12 great-nieces and nephews; one great-great niece; special friend, Bonnie Maringo; also, cousins and close friends.
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March 12, 2021 |
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Jack Douglass "Hank" Jorgenson, age 73, of Springfield, VA, formerly of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Monday, February 22, 2021 at Capital Caring Health Adler Center. He was a retired COO for Janjer Enterprises in Silver Spring, MD and a US Navy veteran. He was a member of the American Legion Post #176 in Springfield, VA and McLean Bible Church in McLean, VA. Some of his most memorable opportunities were his two trips to the Holy Land, his baptism in the Jordan River and his mission trip to Haiti. Born December 10, 1947 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Jack Preston and Anna Vaughn (Douglass) Jorgenson. He was the previous husband of the late Sharon Lynn Gillen Jorgenson. He is survived by his daughters, Kelly Hamric of Ashburn, VA and Linsey Jorgenson of Haymarket, VA who is currently serving in Haiti as Director of Streethearts; granddaughters, Jaclyn Nicole Hamric and Kayla Noelle Hamric; sisters, Janna (Steve) Keyes of West Bloomfield, MI and Deborah Urban of Elizabeth; also, nieces, Devie Rollison and Jessica Keyes; nephews, Kyle Gillen and Steven Keyes; aunts, uncles and cousins. A memorial service will take place on Thursday, April 22, 2021 at 2 PM graveside at Round Hill Cemetery. There will be a celebration of life at Droopy’s Blaine Hill BBQ following the service to celebrate both Hank and Shari Jorgenson. Memorial contributions may be made to Streethearts Haiti, helping homeless street kids in Haiti, 15109 Championship Drive, Haymarket, VA 20169. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
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March 11, 2021 |
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Richard C. Jeffers, age 91, of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 at Jefferson Hospital. He retired as the head custodian for the West Jefferson Hills School District. An Air Force veteran serving during the Korean War, he loved playing cornhole, cards and puzzle books, and enjoyed watching Pittsburgh sports. Born May 8, 1929 in Elrama, he was a son of the late Joseph B. and Vera (Crownover) Jeffers. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Charolette (Gill) Jeffers; daughter, Phylis Jeffers of Jefferson Hills; sons, Scott (Cheryl) Jeffers of Monongahela and Stephen (Darlene) Jeffers of Elizabeth Twp.; grandchildren, Lucas Jeffers, Taylor Jeffers, Tyler (Alyssa) Settelmaier, Brianna Ketzler and Derek Ketzler; four great-grandchildren; sister, Ruth; brother, Ronald; also, nieces and nephews.
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March 11, 2021 |
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William H. Phillips, III, age 65 of McKeesport, passed away on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 in UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born May 31, 1955 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late William H. Phillips, Jr. and Veronica (Grabill) Phillips. A retired supervisor of technical services for CCI Wireless in Monroeville, William was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in White Oak, a past president of the Norwin Soccer Club, and a volunteer for the Tube City Media Online in McKeesport. He is survived by his wife Rebecca "Becky" (Rowles) Phillips, his son William H. (Natasha) Phillips, IV of McKeesport, his sister Susan (Tim) Walters of White Oak, his niece Christina Walter, his brother-and-sister-in-law Eric and Edith Farst of Gulfport, FL, and his pets Simba, Gizmo, Apollo, and Gene.
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March 10, 2021 |
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Stephen Kurhansky, age 67, of Hazelwood, passed away on Friday, March 5, 2021. He was a truck driver for Abel Express LLC in Carnegie and a member of St. Stephen Church in Hazelwood. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Born February 28, 1954 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late Stephen and Ann Marie (Drobiezewski) Kurhansky. He is survived by his siblings, Terance Kurhansky of Delmont, Diane (Robert) Williams of Bethel Park and Timothy (Kathy) Kurhansky of North Huntingdon; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by siblings, Valeria Durler, Christine Boznick and Maria Knara. No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
March 09, 2021 |
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Joseph J. Jenco, age 81, of Elizabeth, passed away on Friday, March 5, 2021 at home. An Army veteran, he retired after more than 40 years as a heater for U.S. Steel in Clairton. Born March 31, 1939 in DeRuyter, NY, he was a son of the late Joseph and Mary (Kahot) Jenco. He is survived by his sister, Margaret J. (Gerald) Michalsky of Warrenton, VA, and niece, Mary (Daniel) Bram of Sandy, UT; also, cousins. No visitation or services are planned. Burial will be in Fairfax Memorial Park in Virginia. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
March 09, 2021 |
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Raymond G. York, age 93 of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Thursday, March 4, 2021 at Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh. Born April 7, 1927 in Clairton, he was a son of the late Andrew and Rose M. (Lutheran) York. A member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish – St. Clare of Assisi Church, Raymond received an associate’s degree from Carnegie Tech and retired as a draftsman for US Steel’s Clairton Works. He was also a Veteran of both the US Navy and Army, serving respectively in World War II and the Korean War. Raymond was very active with the Daniel Keffer Post #75 of the American Legion in Clairton, serving as its past commander, chaplain, and financial officer. He also helped many times as a Scoutmaster for his sons’ BSA Troops when they were younger. In his spare time, Ray enjoyed rooting on the hometown Steelers and Pirates. He is survived by his wife of 69 years Rita (Belinski) York; his children Randall (Mary) York of Dormont, Monica King of Stow, OH, and Richard York of Pittsburgh; his grandchildren Jennifer York of Reston, VA, Maureen (J.W.) Johnson of Carnegie, Becca Tracy of Nashville, TN, and Brett (Lauren) Tracy of Seattle, WA; his great-grandson Beck Johnson; his sister Rosemary Armstrong of Syracuse, NY; and also nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Raymond was preceded in death by his brother A. Kenneth York.
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