January 10, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Todd M. Carolan, age 55 of North Huntingdon, passed away on January 9, 2025. He was born on July 9, 1969 in Greensburg, a son of the late John Francis Carolan Jr. and Jacqueline Smaligo Carolan. Todd was a graduate of Norwin High School in the Class of 1987, and he went on to become a driving instructor and owner of A1 Driver Training School. Todd always looked forward to working in his Thumbprint Sculpture Studio as a sculptor of clay and resin models of horror figurines. He enjoyed listening to music and watching horror movies, and he cherished his collection of vintage G.I. Joe action figures. Todd loved to read (especially Stephen King novels), and he was renowned for his knowledge of World War II history. He was also a talented tattoo artist. In addition to his parents, Todd was preceded in death by his son Killian Carolan, and one sister Brianne Huey. He is survived by his beloved wife Nancy (Blinkhorn) Carolan, two daughters Felicia Berkepile (Dan) and Alley Scott (Mike), one brother Shawn Carolan (Susan), one sister Heather Herr (Bryan), his father-in-law Robert Blinkhorn and mother-in-law Nancy Blinkhorn, his aunt Mary Ann Wingert, and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home on Tuesday from 2 PM to 4 PM with a service beginning at 4 PM. Afterwards, guests are welcomed to join the family from 4 PM to 8 PM in the nearby Moments Event Hall for refreshments, where Todd's artwork will be on exhibit. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given to the Carolan family. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
January 09, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
John R. Snyder, age 73 of Irwin, passed away at his home on January 8, 2025. He was born on May 9, 1951 in Braddock, a son of the late John R. Snyder Sr. and Irene Kisak Snyder. John was raised in the Byzantine Catholic faith, and he was a graduate of Braddock High School. He was self-employed as a general contractor. In his free time, John enjoyed dancing, and he also served as a DJ, notably for his wife's line dancing classes. He always looked forward to playing pool in the Shafton Firehall Billiards League, and he was an avid photographer. In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 51 years Debra Snyder, three brothers, Daniel "Squeaky" Snyder, Donald Snyder, and James Snyder, and two sisters Dianne Spoltore and Susie Newton. He is survived by his son, Andrew Snyder (and wife Heidi), his daughter Carolyn Andrejcak, one brother Darryl Snyder (and wife Theresa), two sisters Deborah Filus and Pamela Aleck (and husband Thomas), and three grandchildren, Abigail, Andrew "AJ", and Thomas. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, on Sunday from 2 PM to 6 PM. A funeral service will take place in the funeral home chapel on Monday at 11 AM with interment to follow in Restland Cemetery in Monroeville. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
January 09, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
David Alan Yarosik, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away suddenly on January 7, 2025. Dave was born on April 6, 1960 in Pittsburgh. He grew up in North Huntingdon, where he was a star athlete at Norwin High School (class of 1978). He was a faithful member of St. Stephen’s Byzantine Catholic Church. Dave was a devoted family man who loved his “Sweetie” Janet and his children and grandchildren above all else. Lovingly known as Pap by his grandchildren, he was happy to be an involved, dedicated, and special part of their lives. He also loved animals, especially his dog Lulu. Dave was an avid sports fan, cheering on the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. He was dependable, fun, and generous, a steady and kind presence to all who knew him. He had a warm smile and a great laugh. He is survived by his wife Janet, his children Jennifer Belliveau (David Jones), Michael Belliveau (Kelley), and David Belliveau, his grandchildren Penelope, Theodora, and Sebastian Jones, his brother Michael Yarosik (Colleen) and their children Jason (Ann) and Ryan (Julia), and many other loving family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents George and Goldie Yarosik. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, on Sunday from 4-6 PM, and Monday from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM with a Panachida service at 7:30 PM. A funeral liturgy will take place on Tuesday at 10 AM in St. Stephen Byzantine Catholic Church in North Huntingdon with interment to follow in the Holy Savior Cemetery Mausoleum in Gibsonia. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Animal Friends. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
January 04, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Todd F. DiPerna, age 59 of North Huntingdon, passed away on January 3, 2025. He was born on August 21, 1965 in McKeesport, a son of Susan Sharp and the late Frank DiPerna. Todd was a member of St. Agnes Church and a graduate of Brashear High School in the class of 1983. Prior to his retirement, he was employed as a salesman at White Diamond. Todd was an all-around athlete and he loved sports. He collected antiques and always looked forward to spending time at the local flea market. He enjoyed his morning coffee at Sheetz, and he was easily recognized by his beloved lime-green Dodge Ram pickup truck. Most of all, Todd was known as a loving husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend. In addition to his mother, Todd is survived by his wife Maria, his stepfather Robert Sharp, his two step-children Rebecca and Matteos, one brother Kurt DiPerna (and his wife Teri), his nephew Cameron, his aunt Elaine DiPerna, and his cousins from the Sollisi family. Friends and relatives will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, on Sunday from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Monday at 10 AM in St. Agnes Church. Interment will follow at a later date to be announced. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given in Todd's name to the Kidney Foundation. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
January 03, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Doris J. Callaghan, age 96 of North Huntingdon, passed away on January 2, 2025. She was born on October 27, 1928 in Glassport, a daughter of the late Charles Morgan and Bess Hudson Morgan. Prior to her retirement, Doris was employed as a case worker by the Westmoreland County Welfare Office. In her free time, Doris was an avid reader, and she always looked forward to playing card games and scrabble with her friends. In addition to her parents, Doris was preceded in death by one son, Mark Callaghan, one son-in-law Carl Bytnar and two brothers, Charles Morgan and Robert Morgan. She is survived by one son, Rodger Callaghan (predeceased by Darlene Slovan), one daughter Linda Bytnar, five grandchildren Jennifer Green (Matt), Andrea Kurzdorfer (James), Brian Bytnar, Mindy O'Malley (Perry), and Matt Callaghan, ten great-grandchildren Claire, Madelyn, Logan, C.J., Coraline, Nolan, Sam, Zack, Kaitlin, and Max, and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Tuesday from 11A.M.- 1P.M. at which time a blessing service will be held in the funeral home. Interment will follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
January 02, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Eugene A. McKeown Jr. 94, formerly of North Huntingdon died on December 31, 2024 at his home in Greensburg. He was born on December 23, 1930 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Eugene A. and Anna McCoy McKeown. He is survived by his wife Frances Kasparek Hohn, his children David, William (Laura) and Wayne (Rita)McKeown and Joy (Tom) Stascak, grandchildren, Anne and Michael McKeown. Survivors also include Fran's children, Greg ,Mark (Trang), Eric and Lisa Hohn (Chris Kasselas). In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife and mother of his children, Marjorie L. James, his two brothers, John (Jack) McKeown and Eugene (Jerry) Kurtz, his daughter-in-law, Kathleen McKeown and his granddaughter, Dana McKeown. Gene was a 1948 graduate of Pittsburgh Central Catholic High School. He was a veteran of the US Air Force during the Korean War and was a member of the American Legion Post 256 of Pitcarin. He retired from Bell Atlantic and Verizon after 40 years of service and was a lifetime member of Circleville Volunteer Fire Department for over 60 years where he held the positions at different times of president, secretary treasurer and financial secretary. He was a member of Our lady of Grace Catholic Church in Greensburg. He played baseball for the US Air Force and semi pro baseball for San Bernadino. In his 50's, 60's and 70's he played senior softball locally for Murrysville and Penn Hills Teams. Additionally, he played on the travel team for Penn Hills. He also played for traveling teams from Maryland, Kentucky, and Michigan, some of which went on to win multiple Eastern US Championships as well as the International Championship in 2005. In his later years, he continued playing Senior Softball for the Penn Hills League until age 88 when he switched to help manage a team in that league. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Monday from 3-7 P.M. A funeral mass will be held on Tuesday at 10 A.M. at Our lady of Grace in Greensburg. Interment will be in Irwin Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Circleville Volunteer Fire Department, 129 Robbins Station Rd, North Huntingdon, Pa 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
January 01, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
John "Bob" Gallik, age 72 of North Huntingdon, passed away on December 31, 2024 at his home. He was born on June 30, 1952 in Monessen, a son of the late John Gallik and Marie Margitan Gallik. Bob was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in Irwin and a graduate of Penn State University. Prior to his retirement, he was employed by Westinghouse as an engineer with nearly 40 years of experience. Bob cherished his role as a girl-dad and he was also an amazing uncle. He took pride in his activities as a handyman and was always looking for a new project around the house. In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by one sister Doris Kukler. He is survived by his beloved wife Cynthia Gallik, one daughter Taylor Dailey (and husband Kile), two brothers Larry Gallik and Mark Gallik (and wife Carmen), three sisters Janice Clement, Kathy Gallik, and Patty Heffner (and husband Lincoln), and brother-in-law Alex Kukler. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, on Sunday from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM. A blessing service will take place in the funeral home on Monday at 11 AM. Interment will be private in Lafayette Memorial Park. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
December 31, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Esther A. Giron, age 92 of North Huntingdon, passed away on December 30, 2024 at her home. She was born on July 4, 1932 in Braddock, a daughter of the late Anthony Grainy and Esther Moore Grainy. Esther cherished her role as a wife and she loved to spend time with her family. Esther was known as a joke-teller and she always enjoyed a good laugh with her friends. In her free time, she enjoyed card games and dining out. Esther loved to travel, especially to Virginia Beach. In addition to her parents, Esther was preceded in death by her beloved husband, John Giron, and her brother Dominic Grainy and his wife Florence. She is survived by her nephew Byran Thornton (and wife Stella), nieces Sharan Merchant (and husband Glenn), Diane Grainy, Denise Volker (and husband Rick), and Dawn Lucas (wife of the late John Lucas), 5 great nieces and nephews, and 9 great-great nieces and nephews. Friends and relatives will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, on Friday from 1-3 PM and 5-7 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place in St. Agnes Church on Saturday at 10 AM with interment to follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given in Esther's name to St. Agnes Church. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
December 31, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Patricia L. Fullard, age 82 of West Newton, passed away on December 31, 2024. She was born on October 6, 1942 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Robert Mitchell and Mary Stephen Mitchell. Prior to her retirement, Patricia was employed as a bank teller with Mellon and Citizen's Banks. Patricia had many hobbies. In her free time she loved reading, sewing, knitting, crafting, gardening, and crocheting. In addition to her parents, Patricia was preceded in death by her second husband Charles "Bub" Fullard of Munhall, PA in 1986. She is survived by one son, Robert Stahara (Renee), one daughter Lori Stahara (Kristy) and six grandchildren, Mitchell, Tyler, Zachary, Eli, Drew, and Luke. There will be no public visitation. Interment will be private at Jefferson Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given in Patricia's name to Word of Life Church in Greensburg, or Redstone Highlands Greensburg. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
December 28, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Nancy J. Burczyk, age 75 of North Huntingdon, passed away on December 27, 2024. She was born on July 3, 1949 in Jeannette, a daughter of the late Robert Datz and Vivian Gahagan Datz. Nancy was a Norwin graduate in the Class of 1968. Prior to her retirement, she was employed as a maid at the Sheraton Hotel in Greensburg. In her free time, Nancy enjoyed playing bingo and watching crime dramas. In addition to her parents, Nancy was preceded in death by one nephew, Geoffrey Cornes. She is survived by one daughter, Nicole Scheafnocker (Kevin), one sister Sandra Cornes Slotnick (Ronald), two grandchildren Alex and Sofia, and one nephew Scott Cornes. A memorial service will be held at a later date to be announced. Contributions may be given in Nancy's name to UPMC Children's Hospital in Pittsburgh or the Epilepsy Foundation. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
December 28, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Marguerite J. Roberts, age 88 of North Huntingdon formerly of Turtle Creek, passed away on December 28, 2024 at William Penn Care Center. She was born on May 15, 1936 in East Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Thomas and Marguerite Campbell Driscoll. Prior to her retirement, Marguerite was employed as a secretary for Monsour Hospital. Marguerite was an avid bowler in the Greater Pittsburgh Bowling Alley Donut League, a member of AARP Group 3221, a member of the Friendship Club, and also a member of the Turtle Creek Reunion Committee. Marguerite was preceded in death by her husband, John Roberts in the year 2000, one daughter Kimberly Hess, and one brother, Thomas Driscoll. She is survived by her daughter Karen and her husband John, 5 grandchildren, Ryan Slack (Lindsey), Jason Slack, Katie Hillgrove (Mike), Emily Banchoski (Jeremy), and Michael Hess (Jess), and great grandchildren, Rhonnie, Ella, and Jameson. Visitation and services will be private. JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon in charge of arrangements. Burial will take place at Church Hill Cemetery. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
December 22, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Michael Vincent Tomasello, age 32, " the bravest person anyone could know" passed away on December 22, 2024. He was welcomed into Heaven where he was reunited with his Pap Pap Vincent Tomasello and heaven surely celebrated with a big game of baseball, and lots of army toy soldiers. Life on earth wasn't easy on Michael, but everyone who knew and loved Michael will greatly miss him. He was a member of the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, and a Civil War Buff who loved patriotic music. Michael is survived by his best friend, his dad Brad Tomasello, step mother Cheryl Hepler Tomasello, mother Susan Arnold Tomasello, grandmother Luella Tomasello, sister Gina (Zack) Shiley, step sisters Shauna (Tim) Penska, Candice (Kris) Geltz, Uncle Bruce Tomasello, niece and nephews, Presley, Jaxon, Owen, and Noah , and many loving Aunts and Uncles, cousins and family friends. Friends will be received at the JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME , 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Thursday from 4-7 P.M. A funeral service will be held on Friday at 12:30 P.M. in the funeral home chapel followed by interment in Long Run Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
December 18, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Jeryl D. Jacobs, age 76 of Irwin died December 17, 2024, at Westmoreland Manor. She was born January 23, 1948, in Jeannette, a daughter of the late George and Melva Yates Irwin. Jerri was a member of the Community Methodist Church and a former member of Circleville United Methodist Church where she served as an interim choir director of the chancel choir. She also enjoyed interior design and painting. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence Jacobs, and her sister Rhonda Gumbert. She is survived by her daughter, Donna Peak and her husband Jason, one granddaughter, Cassidy. There will be no public visitation. JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
December 12, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Mark Edward Strait, age 70 of Widnoon (Chickasaw), Armstrong County, PA; formerly of North Huntingdon, PA, passed away on December 10, 2024 after a long, hard battle with cancer. He was born in McKeesport on September 4, 1954, a son of the late John W. Strait and Madeline K. (Marks) Strait of West Mifflin, formerly of Huntingdon County. Mark was a graduate of West Mifflin South, Class of 1973. He spent his entire career in the automotive industry working for various dealerships as an autobody technician until his retirement. Mark is a life member of the Hartford Heights Volunteer Fire Department in North Huntingdon, and served as both chief and president before moving north to fulfil his dream of building his own home in the country. Mark loved a good laugh and good conversation. He was a hardworking, honest person who was not afraid to speak his mind, and he never backed down from what he thought was true and right. Later in life we would call it "giving someone a dose of MKS", as he got this quality honest from his mother who once slapped a State Trooper across the face for suggesting that Mark was lying about a traffic incident (he never saw it coming). He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Marsha (Horsman) Strait, son Nathan Strait and wife Ashley also of Widnoon (Chickasaw), PA, along with four grandchildren, Ady, Zailya, Bennett, and Silvia who adored him and will miss him dearly. Mark was preceded in death by his brother John W. Strait Jr., sister-in-law Lois (Ron) Strait and brother-in-law Denny Whitcomb. Surviving are his siblings Ronald Strait of Elizabeth, PA, Cheri Kay Whitcomb of Bethel Park, Carol (Bill) Shaffer of Ohio, and Kim Kimak-Oates. Mark was also the best cat daddy to fur babies Diesel, Sammy, Susie, and Little Girl who took turns sleeping on his lap during afternoon naps. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon PA, on Friday from 2 PM to 7 PM, and also at the Bauer-Hillis Funeral Home, 758 Main St, Rimersburg, PA on Sunday from 2 PM to 5 PM with a blessing service at 5 PM. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given in Mark's name to the Orphans of the Storm Animal Shelter in Kittanning, or the Hartford Heights Volunteer Fire Department. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
December 08, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Mary A. "Honey" Cottone, age 89 of North Irwin passed away December 8, 2024, at her home. She was born August 26, 1935, in Bagley, Iowa, a daughter of the late Earl and Dorothy Cramer. Honey was a member of Immaculate Conception Church, Irwin and a devoted catholic. She was a registered nurse who, throughout her life, took care of many family members. Mary enjoyed candy and chocolate. She was made of sweets; thus, her nickname was 'Honey". In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Benito V. Cottone, her beloved daughter, Ana Cottone, a sister Linda and two stepsons, Ralph and Anthony Cottone. She is survived by her best friend and grandchild, Alicia Greenawalt (Evan Anthony) and many beloved grandchildren and great grandchildren. A private blessing service will be held at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. Memorials may be made to the Immaculate Conception Church. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
