September 29, 2022 |
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Ronald Henry Ziegler, 83, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Wednesday, September 28, 2022 at home. He was born October 13, 1938 in Pittsburgh and was the son of the late Henry V. and Margaret (Heidish) Ziegler. Ronald was a member of Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church in Elizabeth Township and was retired from Bombardier in West Mifflin. He was a US Army Veteran. Ronald loved cars, woodworking and traveling. He was a perfectionist at everything he did.
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September 28, 2022 |
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James V. Filotei, 94, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, September 25, 2022 peacefully at home surrounded by his family. He was born February 2, 1928 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Alex and Mary (Moffa) Filotei. He was the husband of the late Mildred "Millie" Miscevich Filotei, who passed away August 28, 2021. He was a WWII US Navy Veteran and for his service he was awarded the WWII Victory Medal and The Philippine Independence Medal. James went on to work for both Teledyne First Sterling and General Carbide Corp, where he was Chief Engineer of the plant. He was a member of Prayer Time Cathedral in White Oak. He enjoyed golfing and was also an award winning artist later in life. James was a member of The Loyal Order of The Moose, Lodge 236 in Irwin, American Legion Post 472 in Manor, and ISDA Lodge 57. He will be greatly missed.
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September 27, 2022 |
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William Thomas Bittle, 86, of Elizabeth Township, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, September 24, 2022. He was born December 23, 1935 in Holland, VA., and was the son of the late Clarence Lee and Sallie Mae (Newsome) Bittle. He was the husband of the late Loretta (Lewis) Bittle who passed away February 20, 2017. They were married December 31, 1966. He was a member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish St. Michael Church, VFW Post 7632 Blaine Hill, Pleasant Hills American Legion and was also a life member of the Disabled American Veterans. William served in the US Army during the Vietnam War. For his service he received the Order of the Purple Heart twice, the Good Conduct Medal, Vietnam Service Medal and Sharpshooter Badge. William worked many years in office machine sales, and the service business.
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September 27, 2022 |
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Janie Lynn McCurdy, 72, of Munhall, formerly of Elizabeth Township, passed away Saturday, September 24, 2022. She was born May 18, 1950 in Pittsburgh and was the daughter of the late Wilbert L. Koerbel, Jr., and Jane A. (Glock) Koerbel. Jane was a member of the Assembly of God Church and was a Office Manager for the former Narretto Buick and Massie Lincoln-Toyota.
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September 26, 2022 |
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John Karlovski, 89 of Elizabeth Township, passed away Saturday, September 24, 2022. He was born December 24, 1932 in Duquesne, and was the son of the late Frank and Anna (Grulja) Karlovski. He married the late Shirley (Pomaibo) Karlovski on September 17, 1955 and they were married for 56 years before her passing in December 2011. Now, a Veteran for the US Army, John served during the Korean War, where he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. John worked for US Steel as a journeyman and brick layer for many years, and after retirement, he began farming. He raised many ducks, chickens, horses, dogs, cats, and even a peacock. John was a member of St. Dennis church in Versailles years ago, and was also a member of the Elizabeth Township Gun Club and the NRA.
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September 23, 2022 |
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Beverly T. Stipanovich, 86, of Cresson, formerly of White Oak, passed away Thursday, September 22, 2022. She was born July 27, 1936 in Homestead and was the daughter of the late John P. and Anna (Yarina) Timko. She was the wife to the late Alex Stipanovich, who passed away in April of 2018. Beverly worked for Penn State, McKeesport Campus in the BUB snack bar for many years. She has been a member of St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Church since her and Alex got married 59 years ago. She enjoyed watching the Steelers, Penguins, Pirates and PITT University sports, but loved her Hallmark movies.
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September 23, 2022 |
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Pastor Greg Thomas Smith, 69 of White Oak, passed away Wednesday, September 21, 2022. He was born April 1, 1953 in Pittsburgh and was the son of the late Richard and Marion (Morris) Smith. Greg was a Minister for the First Evangelical Free Church for many years. He is survived by his wife, Sandra Lee (Dawson) Smith of White Oak; sons, Jason P. (Stephanie) Smith of McKeesport, and Joshua J. (Engelina) Smith of Red Hill; daughter, Jessica R. (Caleb) Shultz of Forest Hills; and grandchildren, Adiella, Caulan, Murray, Yenika, Eliyah, Dietrich, Kierk, Kaden, Nouwen, Jael, and Tenley. Friends are welcome Monday, September 26, 2022 form 6-8pm and Tuesday, September 27, 2022 from 2-4 & 6-8pm at the Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. 1638 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131. (412) 672-6322 Troy J. Gilbert, director. Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, September 28, 2022 at 10am at the First Evangelical Free Church. Interment will follow at the Homewood Cemetery. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com.
September 22, 2022 |
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Geri M. Bico
Geraldine M. Bico, of White Oak, passed away September 22, 2022 at Jefferson Hospital. She was born in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Michael Tkac and Agnes (Beluscak) Wilson. Prior to her retirement, she was the owner and operator of the former Crestview Manor Personal Care Home in Elizabeth. Geri had impeccable strength, and her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren were the loves of her life.
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September 22, 2022 |
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Michael Allen Beck, Sr., 64 of McKeesport passed away Wednesday, September 21, 2022. He was born December 23, 1957 in McKeesport and was the son to the late William D. Beck, Sr., and the late Flora Belle (Livingston) Beck Ferguson. Michael worked for Laidlaw as a School Bus Driver for many years. He is survived by his son, Michael A. (Jessie) Beck, Jr. of Jamestown; and sisters, Donna (James) Boone, and Marcia (Richard) McGowan. He is preceded in death by his brother, William Beck, Jr. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. Friends are welcome to join the family for a Committal Graveside Service on Monday, September 26, 2022 at 11am at the Jefferson Memorial Park - everyone attending, please meet by the cemetery office & await the staff to direct us to the gravesite. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com.
September 18, 2022 |
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Ronald Michael Kinner, 40, of Buena Vista, passed away Saturday, September 17, 2022 at home. He was born November 11, 1981 in McKeesport and was the son of Vicki Diane (Gantt) Kinner of Buena Vista and the late Ronald David Kinner who passed away August 14, 2009. Ronald was a machinist and had previously worked for WHEMCO Steel Casting. He was a 2000 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School.
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September 15, 2022 |
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Mario Rossetti, 73, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Thursday, September 15, 2022 at home. He was born July 15, 1949 in Lettopalena, Italy and was the son of the late Crescenzo and Carolina (Martinelli) Rossetti. Mario was retired from US Steel Clairton Works. He was a member of Elizabeth Township Fire Company # 140 since he was 16 years old and was a 1968 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School.
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September 13, 2022 |
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Michael Govanucci, 84, of Monroeville passed away on Sunday, September 11, 2022, after a brief yet valiant struggle with cancer. Michael was the son of the late Dorothy (Tatalovich) Govanucci of McKeesport.
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September 12, 2022 |
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Melvin Calvin McClinton, Sr., 70 of Boston, Elizabeth Township, passed away on Monday, September 12, 2022 at McKeesport Hospital with his beloved family by his side. He was born January 26, 1952 in McKeesport, Pennsylvania and was the son to the late Edward and Gloria (Greene) McClinton. He was the third of five siblings. Melvin graduated from Elizabeth Forward Senior High School in 1970. He was employed by Clariton Mill as a Machine Operator for 34 years and retired in 2004. In his adult life he enjoyed riding his bike, watching sports, and most of all- fishing. Melvin was a talented athlete who ran track, played football, and was an impactful Little League Coach.
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September 11, 2022 |
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Joan Y. Cochran, 86, of Versailles, formerly of Elizabeth Township, passed away Saturday, September 10, 2022 at home. She was born March 6, 1936 in Homestead and was the daughter of the late Orville Fredrick and Dorothy Marie (Schmidt) Herchelroth. She was the wife of the late of Harry Wayne Cochran who passed away May 21, 2004 . Joan was a member of Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church in Elizabeth Township. She enjoyed quilting, needlepoint, ceramics, cake decorating and stained glass. She had previously worked at the Consolidated Coal Co.
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September 09, 2022 |
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Richard M. "Junie" Matthews, 86, of Sutersville, formerly of Gratztown, passed away Friday, September 9, 2022 at home. He was born June 30, 1936 in Daisytown and was the son of the late Richard G. and Belva (Clark) Matthews. He was the husband of the late Doris I. (Wood) Matthews who passed away October 16, 2015. Junie worked for the former Tygart Steel and Hays Amunition and was a US Air Force Veteran.
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