Michael Habali
January 14, 2021 |
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Madeline C. Sporio
January 13, 2021 |
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Madeline C. Sporio, age 91 of Clairton, passed away at home on Tuesday, January 12, 2021. Born October 20, 1929 in Clairton, she was a daughter of the late Vincent and Luisa (Volpe) Macioce. A member of St. Clare of Assisi Parish, Madeline joins her husband, the late Lawrence Sporio, who passed away February 1, 1993. She is survived by her sons Vincent (Sandy) Sporio of Clairton, Robert (Beverly) Sporio of Jefferson Hills, and Larry Sporio of Clairton; her grandchildren Gina, Leah (Jonathan Opiela), Michael, and Victor (Carol) Sporio, Jessica (Bob) Marlow, Sarah (Jamie) Elkowitz, and Amber (David) Herschelroth; her great-grandchildren Savannah Sporio, Sadie, Bode, and Riley Marlow, Ally and Essey Elkowitz, Abigail Sporio, Tamar, Eve, and Cy Herschelroth, Carly and Victor Sporio, and Holly Elkowitz; her sister Virginia (the late Joe) Sebastian of Clairton; and many nieces and nephews. Besides her husband and parents, Madeline was preceded in death by her late sister Mary (the late John) DeRubeis.
Evelyn Brown
January 12, 2021 |
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Evelyn Brown, age 92 of Clairton, passed away on Monday, January 11, 2021 in Grandview Estates, Elizabeth Twp. Born February 4, 1928 in Glassport, she was a daughter of the late Albert S. and Della May (Shaheen) Green and wife for 67 years of the late Kenneth H. Brown, who passed away April 5, 2019. A devout and active member of St. George's Antiochian Orthodox Cathedral in Pittsburgh, Evelyn worked for many years as a clerk at Clairton Hardware. In her spare time, she was an avid and accomplished bowler, participating in many travelling leagues, and was a self taught seamstress who loved to sew. Evelyn is survived by her sister Della Benbow of Sanger, CA and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, great-great-nieces, and great-great-nephews. Besides her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings Helen Kislan, Alberta Miller, Salem M. Green, and Jenny Zender.
John P. Nickolich
January 11, 2021 |
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John P. Nickolich, age 93 of Clairton, passed away at home on Sunday, January 10, 2021. Born December 28, 1927 in Jefferson Hills, he was a son of the late Nick and Anna (Polovich) Nickolich. A US Army Sergeant in the Korean War, John was the former owner and proprietor of Johnny's Glass in Clairton and attended Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Clare of Assisi Church. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Pearl (Crisman) Nickolich and his siblings Nick Nickolich, Eva Milas, and Tom Nickolich. John is survived by his daughters Marcie Yocco of Jefferson Hills and Cathy White of Clairton; his sons John T. (Michelle) Nickolich and WIlliam (Kim) Nickolich, both of Clairton; his seven grandchildren Sherry Sillings, Rick Yocco, Jr., Katie Rich, Jennifer Walker, Laura Nickolich, and Matthew and Jonathan White; his six great-grandchildren Rilynn, Bree, Reagan, Isabelle, Liam, and Layla; and also nieces and nephews.
James R. Shepherd
January 11, 2021 |
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James R. Shepherd, age 81 of North Huntingdon, passed away on Saturday, January 9, 2021 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital, Greensburg. Born march 2, 1939 in Coulter, he was a son of the late Plummer and Estelle (McLaughlin) Shepherd. A member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, after receiving his bachelor's degree from the Indiana University of Pennsylvania, James worked for many years as a history and government teacher for McKeesport Area School District. He was also a member of the CFU Lodge #146 and its Men's Club. James is survived by his wife Janet (Lubinski) Shepherd; his sons James L. (Heather) Shepherd of Nashport, OH and John M. (Laura) Shepherd of Roxbury, NJ; his grandchildren Kimberlyn, Andrew, Hannah, and Sarah; his siblings Raymond (Joanne) Shepherd of North Huntingdon and Carol Haines of Coulter; and also nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Michael Shepherd.
Joseph G. "Sonny" Olson
January 09, 2021 |
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Joseph G. “Sonny” Olson, age 80, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Saturday, January 9, 2021 in Jefferson Hospital. He was a former salesperson for Progressive Music in McKeesport, a member of St. Michael’s Parish in Elizabeth Twp., and a member of the American Legion. Born January 6, 1941 in Glassport, he was a son of the late Anthony Borrelli and Marie (Oslowski) Borrelli. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Carol (Kocis) Olson; four children, Joseph “Blaze” (Ronda) Olson of Elizabeth Twp., Bethann (Mark) Hudson of Virginia Beach, VA, Michael (Diana) Olson of West Newton and Lindsey (Mark) Anchak of Elizabeth Twp.; seven grandchildren, Joey, Nick, Justin, Kaity, Misty, Kylee and Adalee; three siblings, Anthony (Marianne) Borrelli of Brecksville, OH, Andrea (Jack) Kunzic of Glassport and Daniel (Casi) Borrelli of Cranberry; also, nieces and nephews.
Donna J. DiLonardo
January 09, 2021 |
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Donna J. (Colecchi) DiLonardo, age 77 of Clairton, passed away on Friday, January 8, 2021 in Jefferson Hospital. Born June 21, 1943 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Felix and Lorette (Rondinelli) Colecchi. A member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish and the Sons of Columbus Santa Maria Council #3, Donna was a graduate of Clairton High School who then attended Point Park University and retired as a medical secretary. In her spare time, she enjoyed reading, family vacations to Ocean City, MD, and trips to the casino. She joins her husband of 42 years, the late Vincent W. DiLonardo, who passed away May 21, 2017. Donna is survived by her sister Dolores Sluszka of New York; niece Carla Danielson; nephews Dean, Anthony and James (Kathy) DiLonardo and Vincent and Anthony Imbrogno; and also her aunts, uncles, cousins, and in-laws.
Arthur H. DuCarme
January 09, 2021 |
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Arthur DuCarme, age 99, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Friday, January 8, 2021 in Grandview Estates, Elizabeth Twp. He retired in 1980 as a steelworker with National Tube in McKeesport. He was a U.S Army veteran of World War II and a member of the Family Motor Coach Association (FMCA). Born August 31, 1921 in Gastonville, he was a son of the late Arthur H. and Lillian (Heil) DuCarme and husband of the late Charlotte E. (Church) DuCarme. He is survived by sons, Douglas DuCarme of Elizabeth Twp. and Joseph DuCarme of Elizabeth Twp.; step-son, William Howden of Elizabeth; 6 step-grandchildren, numerous step-great grandchildren and step-great-great grandchildren; also nieces and nephews.
Barbara M. Sheedy
January 07, 2021 |
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Barbara M. Sheedy, age 92 of Versailles, passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 in Riverside Nursing Center, McKeesport. Born January 26, 1928 in Versailles, she was a daughter of the late Andrew and Mary (Takash) Biro. A member of the Free Hungarian Reform Church of McKeesport and the Versailles AARP, besides her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, the late James J. Sheedy who passed away January 9, 2005; her brothers Alex, Andrew, Joseph, and George Biro; and her sisters Ethel Simon, Mary Kosareck, Sue Jacob, Elizabeth Tolone, and Kay Starry. She is survived by her sons James A. (Linda) Sheedy of Versailles and with whom she resided for ten years and David B. (Michelle) Sheedy of North Huntingdon; her grandchildren Jake, Jared, David, Elliot, Aaron, and Caroline; her great-grandchildren Alexandra and Julian; and many nieces and nephews.
Woneda Custer
January 05, 2021 |
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Woneda (Grimes) Custer, age 92, of Elizabeth, passed away on Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at Jefferson Hills Rehabilitation and Wellness Center. She was a retired secretary and bookkeeper for Marraccini’s Supermarket in Elizabeth, where she worked for 58 years. She was also a member of the Elizabeth Baptist Church. Born September 25, 1928 in Lincoln Borough, she was a daughter of the late Walter L. and Catherine E. (Morgan) Grimes and wife of the late William W. Custer. She is survived by a niece, Darla S. Posney of Tarentum; great-niece, Kayla Posney and great-nephew, Camden J. Posney; also, additional nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Thursday, January 7, 2021 from 5 PM until the hour of service at 6PM in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Jeff Riker 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. Private burial in Mount Vernon Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to the Elizabeth Baptist Church, 735 Bunola River Road, Elizabeth, PA 15037. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
Gregory L. Wright
January 04, 2021 |
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Gregory L. Wright, age 66, of Glassport, formerly of Clairton and Beaver Falls, passed away on Sunday, January 3, 2021 at Jefferson Hospital. He was a retired forklift operator for Anchor Hocking in Monaca. He was a member of the PNA, Sons of Italy, American Legion and Citizens Hose, all in Glassport, and the VFW in Clairton. Born October 23, 1954 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Seibert "Abe" and Betty J. (Criswell) Wright.
Sr. Rosemary Horvath
January 04, 2021 |
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Sr. Rosemary Horvath, age 82 of the Sisters of the Divine Redeemer, passed away on Sunday, January 3, 2021 in the Motherhouse Chapel.
Born April 19, 1931 in Cleveland, OH, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Cinal) Horvath. A fifty-one year member of the Sisters of the Divine Redeemer Order, Sr. Rosemary received her parish social minister certification and was a licensed nursing home administrator.
She worked in the business office and in data processing at the Divine Redeemer Memorial Hospital, administrator of the Little Flower Manor Nursing Home, social minister of St. Bartholomew's Parish in Penn Hills and St. Anthony's Parish in Monongahela, and for nine years as Provincial Superior, then Regional Superior, for the Order.
Sr. Rosemary was always interested and cared about the aged and ill; was a true people person; began the flea market at the Divine Redeemer Motherhouse and was responsible for the telephone volunteers at the Motherhouse. She also enjoyed working with computers. Sr. Rosemary is survived by her fellow Sisters of the Divine Redeemer and her nieces Debbie and Sandy Vasko.
Aurora DeVentura
January 02, 2021 |
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Aurora (Valt) DeVentura, age 94 of Clairton, passed away on Friday, January 1, 2021 at Paramount Senior Living at Peters Township. Born September 21, 1926 in Falcada, Italy, she was a daughter of the late Virgil and Eleana (DiBasio) Valt. A member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Clare of Assisi Church in Clairton. Aurora was preceded in death by her husband Sisto DeVentura, to whom she was married to for 63 years. She is survived by her children Lenore (Donald) Lasowecky of Aiken, SC, Jeanne (Steve Rude) Lopez of San Diego, CA, and Charles "Chuck" (Kristi) DeVentura of Peters Township; grandchildren Amanda Lasowecky, Matthew Petrovich, Angelica Martin, Joel Sarazin, and Dominick and Alyssa DeVentura; great-grandchildren Andrew and Ailana Petrovich; and brother Harris (the late Geraldine) Valt of White Oak. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by daughter Denise Golling.
Alba T. Hronakes
January 02, 2021 |
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Alba T. Hronakes, age 92 of Clairton, passed away on Friday, January 1, 2021 at Jefferson Wellness and Rehabilitation Center. Born April 21, 1928 in Connellsville, she was a daughter of the late Pietro and Madelina (Pilla) Pozzuto. She was a member of Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church in White Oak, a 1946 graduate of Swissvale High School, and a longtime sales clerk at JCPenney's. Alba was preceded in death by her husband Steve M. Hronakes, who passed away on February 17, 1989. She is survived by her sons George P. Hronakes of Wickhaven and Michael P. Hronakes of Long Island, NY; grandchildren Gina Hronakes and Christine (Justin) Carnegie; great-grandchildren Gianna, Derrick, Mario, and Maria; sister-in-laws Dara Pozzuto and Myrna Hronakes; and nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Alba was preceded in death by her six siblings.
Mark J. Julian
December 31, 2020 |
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Mark J. Julian, age 87 of Clairton, passed away on Thursday, December 31, 2020 in St. Clair Hospital, Mt. Lebanon. Born August 12, 1933 in Clairton, he was a son of the late Attilio and Adeline (Lancianese) Julian. A self-employed barber, Mark also worked as a fireman for the City of Clairton and was a Veteran of the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict, a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Clare of Assisi Church, an avid golfer, and a big supporter of Clairton Athletics. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Lillian "Kathleen" (Gorgey) Julian, who passed away March 13, 2011 and his late siblings: James, Joseph, Peter, John, and Marie Julian, Concerina Bonafortuna, Viola Contini and Dorothy and Frances Russo. Mark is survived by his children Marc (Susan) Julian of Upper St. Clair and Sharon (D.J.) Julian-Milas of Pleasant Hills; his grandchildren Benjamin and Adeline Milas and Brandon and Leo Julian; his siblings Valentino Julian of Seminole, FL, Anthony Julian of Pleasant Hills, and Angelina DiPietro of Gresham, OR; and many nieces and nephews.
