Sara Alberta Allen
September 06, 2021 |
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Joanie Lynn Opfar
September 05, 2021 |
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Michael F. Kovacevic
September 05, 2021 |
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Michael F. Kovacevic, age 69 of Beaver Falls and formerly of Glassport, passed away on Friday, September 3, 2021 in UPMC Passavant. Born February 4, 1952 in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Michael J. and Edna (Pehl) Kovacevic. A graduate of Geneva College with a bachelor's degree in biology and recipient of an associate's degree in industrial engineering, Michael worked as an industrial engineering manager, plant manager, and consultant with Babcock and Wilcox in Beaver Falls, Keystone Windows in New Castle, and others. He was a member of St. Stephen's Anglican Church of Sewickley and a former president and vice president of the local chapter of the AIIE. In his spare time, Michael was an avid reader, especially history and sci-fi, a fisherman, and an outdoor lover. Most of all though, he was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Michael is survived by his wife of 47 years Pamela Kovacevic; his children Col. Michael (Joy) Kovacevic of Ft. Myer, VA and Rachel (Todd) Balog of Honolulu, HI; and his grandchildren Michael and Nathan Kovacevic and Kaitlin, Kierstin, Kenzie, and Paul Balog.
Tracey D. Hobaugh
August 31, 2021 |
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Tracey D. Hobaugh, age 73, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Sunday, August 29, 2021 at home. She was a retired teacher for many school districts in the area. She was a member of Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church in Elizabeth Twp. where she served as a lay minister and enjoyed volunteering with the evangelism team and as a shepherd. A favorite Irish saying of hers was, "Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal.” Born August 5, 1948 in Uniontown, she was a daughter of the late Joseph O. and Alverda J. (Brown) Thompson. She is survived by her husband of 42 years, Clarence G. Hobaugh; sons, Benjamin J. Hobaugh of Monongahela and Jonathan C. and Trisha Hobaugh of Greensburg; granddaughters, Violet and Evelina Hobaugh; and brothers, Mark and Jeffrey Thompson, both of Uniontown. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brother, Timothy Thompson and her twin sister, Marilyn (who died at birth). Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Thursday, September 2, 2021, from 2– 4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Friday, September 3, 2021, at 10 AM at Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church with the Rev. Stephen Morse officiating. The service can be viewed live on YouTube at HTTPS://youtu.be/CYWvZLme1o4. Private burial will be in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Memorial contributions may be made to Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church, 100 Timothy Drive, Elizabeth, PA 15037. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
John Rea Thompson
August 30, 2021 |
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John Rea Thompson, age 89, of North Versailles, formerly of Elizabeth, passed away on Saturday, August 28, 2021 at Independence Court of Monroeville. He retired as the owner/operator of the Thompson Service Center in Elizabeth. An Army veteran serving during the Korean War, he was a member of Elizabeth United Methodist Church.
He was a member of Stephen Bayard Masonic Lodge 526 of Elizabeth and enjoyed being a clown with the Tall Cedars Masonic group. He enjoyed boating at Deep Creek Lake, golfing, and gardening.
An avid snowmobiler, he enjoyed snowmobile trips all over the United States including Yellowstone, the Upper Peninsula in Michigan and Deep Creek, as well as trips to Canada.
Born June 15, 1932 in Elizabeth, he was a son of the late John M. and Guellma (Jackson) Thompson. He is survived by his wife, Etta M. (Morrison) Thompson; sons, David Thompson of North, VA and Mark Thompson of Elizabeth; also, nieces and nephews.
Sidney John Cicchini
August 28, 2021 |
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Sidney John Cicchini, age 84 of Rostraver Twp. and formerly of Clairton, peacefully passed away surrounded by his family on Friday, August 27, 2021 in McMurray Hills Manor. Born June 22, 1937 in Clairton, he was a son of the late Joseph and Anna (Harchar) Cicchini. A Veteran of the US Army, serving during the Vietnam War, Sid was a member of the Class of 1955 of Clairton High School and graduate of the University of Pittsburgh, earning a degree in economics, and also received a teaching degree from California University of Pennsylvania. He began teaching mathematics at Thomas Jefferson High School and then spent 20 years at US Steel Clairton Works in various management positions, finishing in Labor Relations. After early retirement, he began a career in real estate acquisition, development, and construction, specializing in single family homes and patio homes in Rostraver Twp. and nearby communities. Sid was also a member of the Church of St. Anne, where he was a long time member of the Finance Committee, a Eucharistic Minister, Lector, and Adult Server. In his spare time, he enjoyed quality time with all the neighbors on Jamie Drive and his many good friends from the Clairton High School class of 1955, who remained close to him for over 65 years. Sid was also a dedicated fan of the Pitt Panthers and a season ticket holder of the Pittsburgh Steelers for many years and attended three Super Bowls.
Clement A. Cafasso, Jr.
August 27, 2021 |
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Clement A. Cafasso, Jr., age 73 of Greenock, passed away at home on Thursday, August 26, 2021. Born December 23, 1947 in Altoona, he was a son of the late Clement A. Cafasso, Sr. and Mary (LaMancusa) Cafasso. Clement was a graduate of both Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School in Altoona and Penn State University. A retired engineer for Westinghouse in Monroeville who also worked at Mt. Macrina Manor, Clement was a US Army Veteran of the Vietnam War, and a member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish - St. Michaels Church in Elizabeth Twp., the Knights of Columbus, and the National Association of Professional Engineers. He is survived by his wife Celeste (Schreiner) Cafasso; his children Suzanne Cafasso of Greenock, Dominic (JoLayne) Cafasso of Oxford, NC, Corinne (Rob) Jukes of Center Twp., and Alexsis (Tony) Fairbanks of North Huntingdon; his grandchildren Joshua Claus and Brandon, Matthew, and Riley Jukes; his sister Louise Walter of Altoona; and also nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Marcelle Burchner.
Logan Ausburn
August 25, 2021 |
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John F. Lazar
August 25, 2021 |
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Donald W. Molinaro
August 24, 2021 |
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Donald W. Molinaro, age 93 of Glassport and formerly of Clairton, passed away on Monday, August 23, 2021 in his home peacefully and surrounded by his family. Born October 15, 1927 in Glassport, he was a son of the late Dominic and Edna (Cothery) Molinaro. A former steelworker at Copperweld in Glassport, Don was a Veteran of the US Navy, serving during both World War II and the Korean War. He was a member of both Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish - St. Clare of Assisi Church, Clarton, and the American Legion Daniel Keffer Post #75, Clairton. In his spare time, he was an avid runner, participating in many Pittsburgh Great Races over the years. Besides his parents, Don was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years Rica (Campolongo) Molinaro, who passed away November 6, 2005; his grandson Kirk Sprouse, who passed away August 14, 1992; and his brothers George and Duane Molinaro. He is survived by his daughters Edna Jean (Steve) Fleishaker of Myrtle Beach, SC, Danette (Ray) Sprouse of Glassport, Helen Marie (Chuck) Kennedy of Lansdale, and Mary Kay (Richard) Rafferty; his five grandchildren Chas (Rachel) Sprouse, Steve (Tiffany) Fleishaker, Kelly (Sam) Schulte, Caitlin (Jeff) Nichols, and Brianna Kennedy; his five great-grandchildren; and also nieces and nephews.
Aldia Pavlik
August 24, 2021 |
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Aldia (Desrosier) Pavlik of Clairton passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 22, 2021 at home at the age of 98.
Aldia was born in Crookston, MN on February 19, 1923 to Joseph David and Mary Ann (Delorme) Desrosier. She met her husband William G. at a nightclub in Saginaw, MI. while he was on leave in Bay City, MI., from the U.S. Coast Guard during WWII. They were married on September 15, 1945 and celebrated 59 years together before his passing on January 3, 2005. Aldia was a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish – St. Clare of Assisi Church in Clairton and was a faithful watcher of the Catholic Mass on television when she was no longer able to physically attend Mass. Her hobbies through the years included knitting, sewing, tailoring, making doll houses, and upholstering.
M. Madelaine "Maisie" Carr
August 21, 2021 |
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M. Madelaine "Maisie" Carr, age 86 of Coulter, passed away at home on Friday, August 20, 2021. Born February 2, 1935 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Leona (McNellis) Coulter. A former home healthcare companion and assistant at the Barber Dental Association in McKeesport, Maisie was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She was also a volunteer for both Meals on Wheels and Kane Hospital, a former president and township commissioner for South Versailles Twp., a former Coulter School Board member, and a member of the Coulter VFD Auxiliary, the McKeesport Lions Club, and the McKeesport Garden Club. Maisie is survived by her husband of 67 years Patrick J. Carr; her children P. Kenneth (Diane) Carr of Coulter, Carlene (Rick) Mears of Fairfield, CA, and Daniel K. (Kimberly) Carr of McKeesport; her ten grandchildren, her twenty great-grandchildren; her sister Janice Stillwell, and her brother Michael Coulter. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister Frances Muha.
David W. Dayton
August 16, 2021 |
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David W. Dayton, age 57 of Dravosburg and formerly of Brentwood and Clairton, passed away on Saturday, August 14, 2021 in his home. Born July 29, 1964 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late James (Mary O’Leary) Dayton and Barbara Lyon. He received a bachelor’s degree from California University of Pennsylvania and worked as a server at Pizza Hut in Brentwood. David is survived by his companion of 30 years, Frances Logue of Clairton; his stepchildren Elizabeth (Cliff) Warner of Elizabeth Twp and Natalie Logue of Monongahela and their children Mia, Olivia, Dominic, Ava, Jake, Nathan, and Lily; his great-grandson Darius; his brother Stephen (Lori) Dayton of Baldwin; his sister Linda Dayton of Clairton; and nephew and niece Connor and Sarah. In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by his stepson Lester Logue.
Nickalena "Nicky" "Lena" Catalina
August 09, 2021 |
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Nickalena "Lena" "Nicky" Catalina, age 98 of Port Vue, passed away at home on Sunday, August 8, 2021. Born April 25, 1923 in Scottdale, she was a daughter of the late Edward and Agnes Iannone. A member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish - St. Eugene's Church in Liberty Borough, Nickalena worked for Norwood Catering on the Gateway Clipper Fleet. She will be remembered for taking great pride in cooking and taking care of her house, her a great sense of humor, and loved all the Pittsburgh sports teams. Besides her parents, Nickalena was preceded in death by her husband Joseph R. Catalina, who passed away January 12, 2008, and her brothers Anthony and Eugene Iannone. She is survived by her children Marianne (Don Plagman) Catalina of McCandless Twp., Christine Catalina of North Versailles, LeeAnn (Tom Dworek) Catalina of Port Vue, Edward (Norma) Catalina of Greensburg, and Joseph (Marlene) Catalina of Mt. Vernon; her grandchildren Gabriel (Dukee) Catalina, Joseph (Paz) Catalina, Carrie (Tim) Scott, Mindy (Don) Geletko, Tim (Colleen) Hannan, and Ed (Renee) Catalina; her fourteen great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews; and also her beloved cat Abbey.
Kay A. Curry
August 09, 2021 |
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Kay A. Curry, age 77, of Jefferson Hills, passed away surrounded by her loving family at the home of her niece and nephew Sunday, August 8, 2021 in Monongahela. She retired as the owner of Curry's Corner in West Elizabeth. A former member of West Elizabeth United Methodist Church, she was a former scalehouse operator at Charles Bluestone in Elizabeth. She enjoyed time with her family and was an advocate and lover of animals.
Born April 9, 1944 in Jefferson Hills, she was a daughter of the late James Edward Barrickman Sr. and the late Mary (Wray) Barrickman. She is survived by her brother, James Edward (Mary Ann) Barrickman Jr. of Jefferson Hills; nieces and nephews, William (Andrea) Weber of Bethel Park, James Edward (Robin) Barrickman III of Pasadena, MD, Kathy (Bruce) Santina of Monongahela, Kay Lynn (Gary) Miller of Elizabeth and Susan Lloyd of Kentucky; many adoring great- and great-great-nieces and nephews; also, cousins.
