February 12, 2018 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Walter W. "Wally" Gibbons, 79, of Elizabeth Township, went to his heavenly home on Sunday, February 11, 2018. He was born in McKeesport on May 31, 1938 and was the son of the late Walter and Helen (Winkler) Gibbons. He was a member of the Elizabeth Baptist Church where he served many positions. He was also a member of the Pennsylvania Athletic Directors Association, the Elizabeth Forward Alumni and Friends Association and the Elizabeth Township Seniors. Wally was a Teacher, Head Basketball Coach, Head Track Coach and was also Athletic Director at Elizabeth Forward High School. He retired after 33 years of service. He taught World Cultures, History, English, Science and Math. He was a graduate of McKeesport High School and Clemson University where he attended on a Basketball Scholarship. He also served on the Elizabeth Forward School Board. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Darla Ruth Golz Gibbons, daughters, Debra Ruth Gibbons and her lifetime partner, Donald R. Short of Pleasant Hills and Lynn Renee' and her husband Frank Przywarty of New Castle, grandson, Nichalas Gibbons Przywarty, sister-in-law, Bernice and her husband Bill Vaughn of McKeesport, a niece, Nancy and her husband Tom Andrejko, nephew, David and his wife, Marianne Vaughn, great-nieces and great-nephews and many special cousins and friends.
Read More
February 11, 2018 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
James L. Felicetty, 89, of Jefferson Hills, died Friday, February 9, 2018. He was born January 9, 1929 in Clairton and was the son of the late William and Bella (Gasser) Felicetty. He was the husband of the late Carolyn Forrester Felicetty and was the owner/operator of the former James Felicetty Trucking in Clairton. James was a US Navy Veteran serving in WWII. He is survived by daughters, Bella (Dave) Hinerman of White Oak and Jayne Felicetty of Jefferson Hills, sisters, Carol (Ed) Thornton of Forward Township, Mary (Frank) Truszkowski of Lebanon, TN, Alice Cochenour of North Huntingdon, and Eleanor (late, John) Berggren of Bedford, grandchildren, Shawn (Chantly) Felicetty, Aaron (Jennifer) Dewey, Heather (Dom) Dewey, and Amanda Hinerman, great-grandchildren, DaJahn Griffin, Olivia Batchelder, Brielle Dewey, Bryant Faulk, Kellen Felicetty and Alona Felicetty, 2 great-great-grandsons, nieces and nephews.
Read More
February 09, 2018 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Dwayne Ring, 54, of West Newton, PA, passed away on Friday, January 26, 2018. He was born July 9, 1963, in McKeesport, PA. He graduated from Yough High School in 1981. Dwayne worked at North Bay Construction, and was also a Maintenance Planner for Morton Salt, in Ohio. His survivors include his father, Lawrence G. (Martha) Manns of Medina OH; children, Mitchel Ring and Chelsea Smith; sisters, Shary Ring, of Middleburg Heights, OH, Debbie Collins (Ned), of Latrobe, PA; brother, Peter Manns (Lindy), of Westfield, OH, and several nieces and nephews. Dwayne was preceded in death by his mother, Marlene A. (Barker) Manns; sister Marci (Manns) Farnsworth, and biological father, Robin E. Ring.
Read More
February 06, 2018 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Alexander (Alex) J. Semchak, 96, of Greenock, Elizabeth Township, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2018 surrounded by his beloved son, daughter, and close family friends. He was born on June 5, 1921 in McKeesport, and was the son of the late Georgius and Maria (Cybak) Semchak. Alex, a WWII Veteran, proudly served his country as a Captain in the US Army Signal Corps. His distinguished military service was acknowledged by the many commendations he received including the following: American Campaign Medal-WWII, American Defense Medal with Bronze Star-WWII, Army Good Conduct Medal with Bronze Two Knot Device, European-African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with Bronze Star, WWII Victory Medal, and the Army Presidential Unit Citation. It was during his 4 year tour of duty in Europe that he met and married the love of his life, Valerie (Ludgate) Semchak. Alex was well known due to his membership in numerous social clubs including the following: White Oak American Legion Post 701, Elizabeth Township Ex-Serviceman's Association in Boston, Sutersville Moose Lodge 1358, Order of the Owls Nest 1649, Buena Vista Volunteer Fire Co, Croation Club and Croation Men's Club Lodge 146 in Versailles, 11th Ward Welfare Association in McKeesport and the WMBU in Blythedale.
Read More
February 05, 2018 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Patricia A. "Patsy" Christeson, 79, of Elizabeth Township, died Sunday, February 4, 2018 at home with her children and her dog, Lucy by her side. She was born December 10, 1938 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Thomas and Catherine Skiffington Martin. She was the wife of the late Alfred E. "Chris" Christeson who died August 23, 2007. They were married for 46 years. She was a member of the former St. Pius V Catholic Church in McKeesport and the Kiwanis Club. She was an amazing seamstress that could design, sew, or make anything and everything. She began sewing when she was 5 years old and making alterations on people's clothes before she was 10. She always said that we could take away her car, but not her sewing machine. She handmade her grandchildren's Christening and Baptismal gowns which are even more cherished now. She was happiest at her family built cabin in Cameron County, with her late husband, children and grandchildren where she enjoyed hunting, fishing, sewing and making items with wood (furniture, cedar chests and chairs) with many going to family or friends. She is survived by children, Michael (Carol) Christeson of Washington, Daniel (Roberta Walk) Christeson, Paul "Toby" (Jamie) Christeson and Kristine (Jack) Cant of Elizabeth Township. "G" spent a lot of time with her grandchildren, Jess Cant, Kaitlyn, Pearl, Kaylee, and Alfred Christeson. She is also survived by her brother, James "Mickey" Martin of Winterhaven, Florida, sister-in-law, Dee Martin of North Huntingdon, and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
Read More
February 05, 2018 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Wayne Cramer, 91, of Elizabeth Township, died Sunday, February 4, 2018. He was born April 20, 1926 in Elizabeth and was the son of the late Albert Cramer, Sr., and the late Margaret Rothey Cramer. He and his late brother Albert owned and operated the former Cramer Brothers Marine in Elizabeth. Wayne and Albert loved Muskie Fishing in Canada. He is survived by his wife, Hazel J. Chaussinand Cramer, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Albert and his wife Veronica Cramer, Jr.
Read More
February 04, 2018 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Dolores Marie “Dolly” (Mihalic) Gondos, 81, of Elizabeth Township, died Saturday, February 3, 2018. She was born June 13, 1936 in Donora and was the daughter of the late John J. and Mary A. (Kosko) Mihalic. She was a member of St. Patrick Parish in Christy Park. Dolly was a retired Library Aide for the Elizabeth Forward School District and had previously worked for US Steel and Columbia Gas in Donora. She enjoyed her ladies card club, working crossword puzzles, watching Jeopardy and NCIS, and trying to figure out the clues to where the Daily News Easter Egg was hidden. She was an avid Steelers and Notre Dame fan. She loved holiday get-togethers with family, beach vacations in Outer Banks, NC, and the annual Gondos family reunion. In her younger days, she enjoyed canning tomatoes and making the best pizza sauce around – her recipe was even published in the local newspaper!
Read More
February 02, 2018 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
June Lowry, 82, of Versailles, died Thursday, February 1, 2018. She was born March 4, 1935 in Connellsville and was the daughter of the late Percy O. Harshman and Margaret I. Showman Harshman. She was the wife of the late James M. Lowery. June was a member of Life Span, Silver Sneakers, AARP and the Elizabeth Township Senior Citizens. She is survived by her daughters, Terri F. (Greg) Hertzler of Indian Lake, Donna F. (Donald) Hunphries of Woodruff, SC, and Cathy F. (David) Johnson of Pleasant Hills, sister, Gail Wall of Versailles, grandchildren, Shawn Sydeski, Brianna Humphries, David G. Johnson and Chad Humphries, great-granddaughter, Maci Johnson, cousin, Harriet Douglass, nieces and nephews.
Read More
February 02, 2018 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Christine Melissa Whiteman, 89 of Liberty Borough passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 31, 2018. She was born November 6, 1928 in Ardara and was the daughter of the late Charles and Nellie Hawk Pogue. Christine had a wonderful family. She loved life, her family, family events and traveling. She also had a love for animals. For many years Christine was employed as a legal secretary in Pittsburgh. She graduated from Trafford High School. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marshall Whiteman, son, Richard Whiteman, great grandson Michael Morningstar, two brothers, and three sisters. She is survived by her daughter, Janice (William) Hohn of Cranberry Twp, daughter-in-law, Lynanne Whiteman of Liberty Borough, granddaughter Jacquelyn Hobbs, grandson Scott Salvatore, sisters, Mary Eleanor Yelincic and Alma Stone, 6 great-grandchildren, 2 great- great grandchildren and many loving nieces and nephews.
Read More
February 01, 2018 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Barbara Ann Coulson, 82, of Irwin, passed away Wednesday, January 31, 2018. she was born September 4, 1935 in Clairton and was the daughter of the late Virgil Shelton and the late Mollie Andrews Shelton Lang. She was the wife of Donald L. Coulson of Irwin. There is no visitation. Inurnment will be held at Jefferson Memorial Park, Pleasant Hills at a later date. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc.,6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, Director. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
January 31, 2018 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Nancy Baum Mack, 78, of Elizabeth Township, died January 30, 2018 at home. She was born October 26, 1939 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Wilson Wadsworth and Dorothy Endean Baum. Nancy was the wife of the late John Mabon Mack, who died September 26, 2004. She was a Real Estate Agent at the Wilson Baum Agency for 35 years. She was a member of Mount Vernon Community United Presbyterian Church, the Twentieth Century Club, Elizabeth Senior Citizens, Realtors Association of Metropolitan Pittsburgh, Youghiogheny Country Club, and the former MonYough Real Estate Association. Nancy is survived by her daughters, Sally Mack (David ) Sekowski of Norfolk, VA, Debra Mack (Marty) Humberson and Lori Mack (Steven) Meier of Elizabeth Township, brother, Robert (Janet) Baum of Elizabeth Township, grandchildren, Steven Sekowski, Jenna (James) Lingeris, Travis (Alexis) Humberson, Tyler Meier, Jon Sekowski, Kylie Humberson and Ryan Meier, great-grandchildren, Sophia, Jonathan and Charles Lingeris, nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law, Linda Mack, Cordelia Mack and Kaye Baum, brothers-in-law, Richard Mack, Harry Voskamp and Henry Voskamp, and her beloved dog, Gracie.
Read More
January 31, 2018 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Mildred "Smilja" Blagovich, 103, of McKeesport, died Monday, January 29. 2018. She was born November 11, 1914 in West Wilmerding and was the daughter of the late Nikola and Sava Kosich Zivkovich. She was the wife of the late Michael "Miso" Blagovich, Jr. They were married for 63 years. Mildred was the oldest member of St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Church and its Sisterhood, Kolo, Serbian National Federation Lodge 7, and was a former member of the Order of The Eastern Star. In 2016, Smilja was awarded Person of the Year by the Serb National Federation. She was a retired Head Cook at McKeesport High school and had 17 years of service there. She had also worked at the former Holiday House in Monroeville. She is survived by her daughter, Melva Jean (Richard) Buzzelli of Penn Hills, grandchildren, Michael A. Makatura of Orlando, FL, and Kimberly A. Miller of North Huntingdon, 5 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandson, nieces and nephews.
Read More
January 23, 2018 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
David Earl Robertson, Jr. 47, of Forward Township, died Sunday, January 21, 2018 at home. He was born August 12, 1970 in Jeannette and was the son of the late David E. Robertson, Sr. and the late Carolee Bodnar Robertson. David was an Electrician and was a member of the PNA. He is survived by his son, Chance David Robertson and daughter, Jordan Nicole Robertson of Altamonte Springs, FL, sisters, Leeann (Patrick Finney) Robertson of Forward Township and Nancy (Paul) Malush of Smock, and nephews, Tyler, Brad, Tyler, Dylan, Gunnar and Sawyer.
Read More
January 21, 2018 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Shirley Ann Orbin passed away suddenly in her West Newton, Pennsylvania, home on January, 20, 2018. She was 66. She is survived by her two daughters, Rhonda Anthony (Orville) and Lisa Carwithen; three grandchildren, Bekah, Joseph, and Reece Carwithen; and two great-grandchildren, Braxton and Bailee. She was predeceased by her husband, Dennis R. Orbin.
Read More
January 15, 2018 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Lois Jean Dewey, 60, of White Oak, formerly of Clairton, died Sunday, January 14, 2018 at home. She was born July 29, 1957 in McKeesport and was the daughter of James L. Felicetty of Jefferson Hills and the late Carolyn Forrester Felicetty. In addition to her father, she is survived by her daughter, Heather (Dominic)Dewey and son, Aaron (Jennifer) Dewey of Seaford, Delaware, grandchildren, Olivia Batchelder, Brielle Dewey and Bryant Faulk, sisters, Bella (Dave) Hinerman of White Oak and Jayne Felicetty of Jefferson Hills, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by brothers, Merle, James, Edward and John Felicetty.
Read More
