Gregory V. Earnest

October 08, 2019 |

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Gregory Vaughn Earnest passed away Monday, October 7, 2019. He was born at home in Floreffe on April 24, 1948, son of the late Howard M. and Shirley Belle (Hart) Earnest. 

Natalie (Ross) Rasmussen

October 04, 2019 |

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“A Celebration of Life”

Natalie Ross Rasmussen of Wisconsin Rapids, WI, fought a courageous battle against various forms of cancer for 11 months. She was always positive about her life and never gave up. On Dec 12, 2018 Natalie was called by her Creator to lay down her life’s working tools and enter into that home of eternal rest appointed for all. Natalie is survived by her husband Jerry Rasmussen of Wisconsin Rapids, sisters; Celeste Cancilla and Rebecca Ross, brother, Larry Ross, niece and nephews, numerous cousins, and friends far and wide. She was preceded in death by her parents Angelo and Antoinette Ross. Natalie was born in McKeesport, PA on October 11, 1955 and attended school in Elizabeth, graduating from Elizabeth Forward H.S. She attended college and graduated as an RN. She worked many years at McKeesport Hospital. Following a nursing career ending accident, Natalie switched careers and became a floral designer working at JoAnn Fabrics in the craft and floral department. Natalie moved to Austin, Texas in 1997 and married Jerry in 1998. She again worked as a floral designer in Austin and later in Corpus Christi where she was Floral Design Manager. Her floral designs won several awards and her services were in demand for clients as far away as New Orleans, LA and Orlando, FL. Following a move to Wisconsin in 2006, Natalie focused her time and energies to caring for her home in Wisconsin Rapids. She loved life and especially loved her “furry kids” Milo, Sam Elliot, and Shadow Cat who were her constant companions and she spoiled them totally. Natalie is remembered fondly by many whose lives she touched. She loved, she was loved and she will be loved forever. Rest Easy my dear Natalie.

Dorothy J. West

September 29, 2019 |

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Dorothy J. West, age 91 of Clairton, passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2019 in Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh.  Born September 1, 1928 in Clairton, she was a daughter of the late Isaac and Isabella (Walton) McIntosh.  Dorothy worked at the Hallmark Store in Clairton and also at Johnston's the Florist.  She is survived by her husband of 68 years Harry A. West; her children Andrew R. (Patricia) West of Clairton and Catharine (Craig) Supp of Elizabeth Twp.; her grandchildren Maj. Andrew (Tara) West of Pleasant Hills, Jessica (Douglas) Junecko of Port Vue, and Capt. Jeff (Lisa) West, currently stationed with the US Army; her great-grandchildren Ethan, Liam, and Sam West, Chloe Junecko, and Danielle Opfar; her great-great-grandchildren Mason, Rhiannon, and Jackson; and also nieces and nephews.  Besides her parents, Dorothy was preceded in death by her siblings Isabella Rayer, and Thomas, James, and Frank McIntosh.

Marilyn J. Lewis

September 28, 2019 |

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Marilyn J. Lewis, age 69 of Bunola, passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2019 at Havencrest Nursing Center.  Born January 19, 1950 in New Eagle, she was a daughter of the late William and Mary Catherine (Salka) Lewis.  A graduate of Penn State University, Marilyn worked as a custodian.  She was a member of St. Michael's Parish and enjoyed spending time with her many nieces and nephews.  Marilyn is survived by her siblings William (Linda) Lewis, Jr. of Haymarket, VA, Timothy (the late Charlene) Lewis of Dilliner, and Gregory (the late Andrea) Lewis of Bunola; and nieces and nephews.

Lucy Koval

September 25, 2019 |

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Lucy Koval, age 93 of Port Vue, passed away on Tuesday, September 24, 2019 in Southwestern Nursing Center.  Born March 19, 1926 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Leonard Darcangelo and Mary (Carrozza) Darcangelo Spacassi.  A retired nurse at UPMC McKeesport Hospital and a member of St. Mark's Parish, Lucy was preceded in death by her husband John J. Koval, who passed away May 3, 1976, and her sisters Rose Harden and Dolores Molinari.  She is survived by her daughters Kerry (Jess) McGinty of Port Vue and Tammy (Michael) Caruso of Richardson, TX; her grandchildren Ryan (Amanda) McGinty of Newark, DE and Jessica (Ryan) VanLandingham of Kansas City, KS; and also nieces and nephews.  

Charles G. Hatfield, DMD

September 24, 2019 |

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Charles G. Hatfield, DMD, age 74 of Clairton, passed away on Monday, September 23, 2019 at Jefferson Hospital.  Born November 22, 1944 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Charles E. and Mary (Angotti) Hatfield.  A graduate of Villanova University and the University of Pittsburgh School of Dentistry, he was a Dentist/Oral Surgeon and the last member of the "Holidays" singing group.  Charles survived by son David C. (Amanda) Hatfield of Washington; daughter Kristin (David) Haines of Oakdale; and grandchildren Sydney and Gabriel Haines. 

Jane M. (Crossen) McDermitt

September 23, 2019 |

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Jane M. (Crossen) McDermitt, age 73 of Elizabeth Twp., passed away at home on Tuesday, September 17, 2019.  Born February 26, 1946 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Joseph P. Crossen, Jr. and Mary (McDonnell) Crossen.  Attending Duquesne University, where she was a member of the Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority, and CCAC, Jane retired as a registered nurse for McKeesport School District and was a member of both PSEA and NEA.  She was a devout woman and active with her Parish, St. Michael's in Elizabeth Twp., and also volunteered at Divine Redeemer Motherhouse in Elizabeth Twp. and sung with the choir at St. Patrick's Church in McKeesport.  Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Michael D. McDermitt, who passed away November 2, 2011.  She is survived by many who were lucky enough to call her their friend.  

Joseph John Irmer, Jr.

September 21, 2019 |

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Joseph John Irmer, Jr., age 63 of White Oak and originally of Oakland, passed away on Friday, September 20, 2019 in UPMC Shadyside.  Born February 22, 1956 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late Joseph J. Irmer, Sr. and Dorothy (Lesniak) Irmer.  A retired millwright with US Steel - Irvin Works who also worked at LTV Steel, Joseph attended St. Angela Merici Parish in White Oak.  A selfless and strong man with an equally strong faith, his family will remember him as an amazing husband, father, and grandfather.  He is survived by his wife of 39 years Christine M. (Gallagher) Irmer; his daughter Heather Jo (Matt) LiVorio of Cranberry; his sons Joseph J. Irmer, III, John A. Irmer, Gus Irmer, and Jimmy Irmer, all of White Oak; grandchildren Vincent, Anthony, and Matthew LiVorio; his siblings Dorothy "Binnie" Sterns of Olney, MD, Joann (Greg) Casile of Fox Chapel, and Francis (Mary) Irmer of Pymatuning; many nieces and nephews; and also his dog Montey, a.k.a Easy LaMont. 

William Scot Holliday

September 20, 2019 |

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William Scot Holliday, age 60, of Elizabeth, passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at Jefferson Hospital. He was a welder and enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time with his grandchildren. 

Carolyn M. Wakefield

September 15, 2019 |

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Carolyn M. (Hager) Wakefield, age 76 of White Oak, passed away on Saturday, September 14, 2019 at home.  Born September 16, 1942 in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Margaret (Santez) Hager.  She enjoyed ceramics, calligraphy but most of all spending time with her grandchildren.  Carolyn is survived by her husband of 56 years Alan Wakefield; sons Jon (Joey) Wakefield of McKeesport and Jeff (Katie) Wakefield of Spartanburg, SC; grandchildren who live with her Alexia and Elise Wakefield; other grandchildren Frank A., Landon, Brady, Riley, Haston, Abigail, Hanna, Jessica, and Ethan; sister Nancy (George) Madeja of Brentwood; and nieces and nephews.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sons Frank Wakefield and Robert K. Wakefield and grandson Vaughn Wakefield.  

Mary Louise Holliday

September 14, 2019 |

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God has called another angel home. Mary Louise (Pysz) Holliday, age 79, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Friday, September 13, 2019 at ManorCare Health Services in Whitehall. She was a retired self-employed Home Interior’s accessory specialist, a member of St. Michael Parish in Elizabeth Township and a former member of Ascension of Our Lord Byzantine Catholic Church in Clairton. She and her husband Mitchell were members of the musical group, THE HOLLIDAYS, and were also owners of their own farm raising beef cattle, chickens, horses and crops.

Eugene J. Scarlato

September 12, 2019 |

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Eugene J. Scarlato, age 90 of Clairton, passed away at home on Wednesday, September 11, 2019.  Born May 2, 1929 in Clairton, he was the son of the late Rocco and Elizabeth (Desiderio) Scarlato.  A US Army Veteran, Eugene was a longtime barber in Clairton.

Ginger Allene Dunmire

September 10, 2019 |

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Ginger Allene Dunmire, age 52, formerly of Glassport, passed away peacefully at her home in Rostraver on Monday, September 9, 2019. Ginger was a graduate of California University of Pennsylvania and went on to a career in pharmaceutical sales. Her intelligence and dedication to hard work enabled her to become very successful at her chosen profession. She will be remembered for her kind heart, love of animals, and her beautiful smile. 

Fay L. LaFrankie

September 09, 2019 |

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Fay L. (Dequenne) LaFrankie, age 84, of Forward Twp., formerly of Clairton, passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2019 at home. She was a former member of St. Michael Parish and its Christian Mothers, a former volunteer assisting handicapped children in White Oak, and a fan of stock car racing. 

Victoria A. "Vickie" Tomco

September 07, 2019 |

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Victoria A. "Vickie" Tomco, age 64 of White Oak, passed away on Friday, September 6, 2019 in UPMC East Hospital, Monroeville.  Born May 14, 1955 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Bernard and Marie (Bishop) Daczkowski.  A medical assistant with Dr. Richard Rudman in Monroeville, Victoria was an active member of Corpus Christi Parish in McKeesport, formerly serving as a marriage counselor, secretary, and in the Rosary Society.  Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her son Curt Tomco, Sr..  She is survived by her loving husband of 42 years William Tomco; her daughter Tabitha (Scott) Schempp of Munhall; her daughter-in-law Susan Tomco of Charlotte, NC; her grandchildren Curt, Jr., Kyle, and Carl Tomco, Mason Thompson-Lowe, and Morgan and Jordan Schempp; her siblings Debbie (Scott) Campbell of Forward Twp., David Daczkowski of Elizabeth Twp., and Robin (Don) Super of Cortland, OH; nieces and nephews; and her great-niece Millie.