December 28, 2020 |
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Timothy Hunt Burton, 72, of Greenock, passed away Friday, December 25, 2020. He was born May 11, 1948 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Harry Lloyd "Bud" Burton and the late Ida Mae "Cubby" (McLean) Burton. upon graduating Duquesne High School he worked for US Steel Duquesne Works as a welder, then as a boss until they closed. He later worked in the Fabrication Industry including opening his own shop. He retired in 2016. Tim coached 13 years for the Elizabeth Forward High School Girls Soccer Team.
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December 26, 2020 |
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Raymond Richard Little of Monroeville, formerly of Elizabeth Township and North Huntingdon Township, died Thursday December 24, 2020. Born in Glassport, he was raised in the Coal Valley area of Clairton. In high school he developed his desire for electronic equipment, building radios from scratch. He went on to apprentice as an electrician at the USS National Tube Works in McKeesport eventually becoming an estimator for the Electrical Maintenance Division. He became a master electrician before retiring from USS Clairton Steel Works.
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December 25, 2020 |
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Madison Mae Miller, 4, of Buena Vista, passed away Tuesday, December 22, 2020. She was born October 7, 2016 in Monroeville and is the daughter of Richard C. Miller, III and Jessica L. (VanHorn) Miller of Buena Vista.
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December 23, 2020 |
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Shirley M. Cracolice, 85, of McKeesport, passed away Sunday, December 20, 2020. She was born December 23, 1934 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Robert William and Anna M. Popalo. She was the wife of the late Matthew Andrew Cracolice, who passed away January 20, 2003. Shirley was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, St. Patrick Worship site. She worked as a realtor with her husband for over 50 years in their business of Century 21 and later Classic Homes . She was also the owner and operator of Shirley Apartments in White Oak. She enjoyed playing bingo and card games, especially hand and foot, with her friends and family. Playing cards with her siblings and mother were her absolute favorite. She loved her family and her grandchildren.
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December 22, 2020 |
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Glenn Michael Orenyak, 61, of McKeesport, passed away Friday, December 18, 2020. He was born March 17, 1959 in McKeesport and was the son of the late George and Helen (Waladjia) Orenyak. He was a member of St. Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church, McKeesport. He worked for GEM Products and the former US Steel National Tube Works.
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December 22, 2020 |
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Irene F. Knox, 94, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Saturday, December 19, 2020. She was born January 5, 1926 in Blythedale and was the daughter of the late Deano Ferrari and the late Bessie (Martinelli) Ferrari Brunory. She was the wife of the late James Knox. Irene owned and operated a beauty shop in West Newton for over 50 years. She enjoyed dancing, gardening and being a hairdresser.
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December 18, 2020 |
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William George Wagner, 65, of White Oak, passed away Wednesday, December 16, 2020. He was born April 1, 1955 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Harry and Francis (Monaghan) Wagner. William was a Paramedic. He had worked for Penn Hills EMS for 30 years and had also worked at Allegheny Valley Hospital, Mercy Hospital ER, Union Railroad, and Stat Medevac. He was an avid Hunter and Fisherman.
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December 16, 2020 |
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Rachael Anne Coffman, 24, of Robinson Twp, passed away Tuesday, December 1, 2020. She was born August 19, 1996 in Monroeville. Rachael was magical. She brightened every room and every life that she entered. She was an incredible singer who loved spending her days surrounded by music, whether she was playing, singing, or just listening to it. She was spontaneous, humorous, and fun. She loved everyone around her fiercely and without reservation. She will be deeply missed by all.
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December 16, 2020 |
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Gilbert “Gib” A. Bergman, 75 of Sutersville, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2020 at UPMC Magee Hospital, Pittsburgh. He was born June 25, 1945 in Burgettstown and was the son of the late August F. Bergman, Jr. and the late Frances (Noga) Bergman. He is the beloved husband of Helen (Angelcyk) Bergman for 54 years, proud father of Douglas (Rachel) Bergman of Sutersville, Christopher Bergman, and Gregory (Ashley) of Herminie and grandfather to Jennie, Dean, Evelyn and Lillian Bergman.
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December 12, 2020 |
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John Henry Elm, 69, of Rockwood, passed away Wednesday, December 9, 2020 peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born February 10, 1951 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Robert and Colleen (Ulm) Elm. John worked for Fayette Heating and AC, and the former Parkway Plumbing and Heating. He was a US Marine Veteran and served honorably in the Vietnam War. For his service he received the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with 1 Star, and the Vietnam Campaign Medal w/device.
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December 11, 2020 |
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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Barbara Lee (Abels) Minteer on Monday, December 7, 2020. She will have no more suffering from breast cancer which she valiantly fought. She was born July 23, 1939 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late John and Gladys (Schreiner) Abels. She grew up in Dravosburg and after marriage and having her children they moved to Industry in Elizabeth Township. It is here where she lived for over 50 years and created many lasting friendships. She loved sitting on her front porch and saying hello to the passersby. She enjoyed evenings on her porch entertaining neighbors and loved ones. Never learning how to drive, Barb was never one to turn down an offer to go out to eat, play cards or go to Bingo. If the wheels were turning, she was going! She was a member of the Buena Vista V.F.D Ladies Auxiliary and also worked the voting polls on Election Days.
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December 08, 2020 |
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John Henry Nalepa, 77, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Monday, December 7, 2020. He was born January 4, 1943 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Henry Nalepa and the late Mary (Kuzma) Nalepa Kirschner. John was retired from US Steel Irwin Works and was a member of SOAR.
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December 07, 2020 |
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Alfred T. "Terry" Roma, 71, of Port Vue, passed away Sunday, December 6, 2020 from complications of the COVID 19 Virus. He was born May 18, 1949 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Alfred and Bertha (Kuzens) Roma. Terry was a Code Enforcement Officer for the Boro of Carnegie and was a member of the Port Vue American Legion.
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December 03, 2020 |
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Ann Flora (Wester) Kosko, 87, of Munhall, passed away Wednesday, December 2, 2020. She was born April 24, 1933 in Plymouth, and was the daughter of the late Michael and Vira (Fleigh) Wester. She was the wife of the late Robert Joseph Kosko. Ann was a member of the former Holy Angels Church in Hays. She was an avid gardener and enjoyed her flowers and yard work. She loved her many dogs and enjoyed training them.
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November 30, 2020 |
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Edward L. "Ed" Popp, 78, of Duquesne, passed away peacefully, Saturday, November 28, 2020 surrounded by his family. He was born on February 12, 1942 in Lincoln Place and grew up in Duquesne. He was the son of the late John A. "Jonica" Popp, Jr, and the late Emily F. (Tytke) Popp. He was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Duquesne, Allegheny County FOP Lodge 91, F & AM Aliquippa Lodge 0375, the PIN club, and Dravosburg American Legion. Ed retired from the City of Duquesne Police Department where he served as a Policeman and Detective. Additionally, he worked for the Kennywood Park Police Department and was a retired military veteran where he served a combined 25 years in the U.S. Navy active duty and the Pennsylvania Air National Guard,171st Air Refueling Wing.
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