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Gladys R. Foscoe

January 05, 2024 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Gladys R. Foscoe, age 83 of North Huntingdon died Jan 4, 2024 at Transitions Health Care Centre in North Huntingdon. She was born April 26, 1940 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Thomas and Gladys (Shuber) Iwinski. She was a volunteer for Meals on Wheels. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband Richard, son Greg and brothers Joseph and Dave Iwinski. She is survived by sons Richard Foscoe (Debi) and William Foscoe, daughter Judi McNally (Tim), grandchildren Lyndsay McNally, Timothy McNally (Janelle), Brittany Javorsky (Jorn), Tiffany Foscoe, and Ricky Foscoe, great grandchildren Morynna, Wade, and Jolene, brothers James Iwinski and Charles (Eileen) Iwinski and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial will be held at a later date. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family in care of Judi McNally 12030 Center Stree, North Huntingdon Pa 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

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Dr. Thomas A. Dias

January 04, 2024 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

In Loving Memory of Dr. Thomas A. Dias. It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Thomas A. Dias, 62, of North Huntingdon. He died unexpectedly of a cardiac arrest on January 1st, 2024. Tom was a vibrant person who lit up a room and has had a lasting impact on those fortunate enough to have known him. Born in McKeesport in 1961, Tom was the cherished son of Rosemary Dias and the late Thomas M. Dias and brother to Tracey. He was a graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School in 1979. He received his undergraduate education at Auburn University and WVU, followed by his DMD from Temple University School of Dentistry, where he met his future wife. He was a loving husband of 35 years to Jeanne, a proud father to his daughters, Christina and Jessica, and father-in-law to Andrew. Tom also had a special place in his heart for his dogs, Lily and the late Lacey, and grand dogs, Mika and Kaiya. Tom was fortunate to have a large extended family and many close friends. Tom’s devotion extended beyond his family and into his professional life. A dedicated and skilled dentist, Tom was the proud owner of dental practices in Irwin and Versailles. His commitment to the well-being and smiles of his patients defined his professional life. He was an avid sports fan, particularly of the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was an accomplished golfer, bowler, skier, pianist, and singer. He truly excelled at each of these pursuits and lived a full and happy life.  To honor Tom’s memory, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh (humaneanimalrescue.org) or the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (bcrf.org). In doing so, we can continue his legacy of caring for others. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday , January 13, 2024  from 1-5 p.m. at Moments Event Center, 231 Jennie Drive, North Huntingdon, Pa (lower end of funeral home parking lot) James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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William G. Nay

January 03, 2024 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

On January 3, 2024, William “Bill” Gene Nay passed away peacefully at home after a long illness. Born in Fairmont, West Virginia to William Harold and Francis Imogene Nay, he was a 1968 graduate of Norwin.  His career path lead him from journeyman electrician at US Steel Duquesne Works to an international project manager.  Bill was active in NCAA and American Legion baseball. He was a member of the Plum Creek Masonic Lodge and the Monroeville Pitcairn Sports Club.  He enjoyed gambling on golf holes with friends, Bob and Ralph, fishing meetings with Dan and John, big foot talk with Dwayne and motorcycling cross country with Clay.  Bill was preceded in death by his son William  “Billy” Buchanan Nay, his parents, and in-laws, Robert and Helen Buchanan. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Judith, son Robert (Lisa) and grandchildren Von, Sullivan, and Jelena Nay of Cary, North Carolina, daughter Stacy (Brian) and grandchildren Nash and Ridge Youngbauer of North Huntingdon, brother-in-law Robert (Cindie) Buchanan of St. Petersburg, Florida, Uncle Rex Shuman of Fort Wayne, Indiana and his canine shadow, Lucy. The family wishes to extend a thank you to Treasure, Karen and Dara from hospice and caregiver Chad for providing a comfortable and dignified life for Bill. Also, thank you to family members and friends who supported and encouraged Bill while battling his illness. RIP, Bill, May the angels above guide you on your final ride.  Per Bill’s wishes, there will be no visitation or service. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Thayer E. Marody

January 02, 2024 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Thayer E. Marody, age 65 of Manor, Pa., died December 31, 2023 at Magee Hospital, Pittsburgh. She was born February 8, 1958 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late John and Eva Walton Thompson. Thayer loved reading, cooking and her cat Hazel. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ron Schifano. She is survived by three daughters, Kari Bogovich, Laura Schifano and Amy Schifano, two sisters, Susan and Diane Thompson, grandchildren, Amelia Bogovich, Jake Bogovich, Mikey Honaker, Brooke Honaker. There will be no visitation. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike in charge of arrangements. Memorial Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the family. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

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Dorothy E. Wade

December 30, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Dorothy E. Wade, 98 formerly of North Huntingdon residing in Jefferson, Ohio died December 29, 2023 in Jefferson, Ohio. She was born April 26, 1925 in East McKeesport, a daughter of the late Harry and Martha Felgendreher Siems. Dorothy become a real estate agent in her 50s, which she continued until retirement. She was a member of the Lutheran Church of Our Saviour. Dorothy was a talented artist and enjoyed gardening, flowers and fishing. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Alfred Cleveland Wade Jr. and a sister, Marian Gimbroni. She is survived by two daughters, Shari Wade and her husband Christopher Wolfe and Elaine Burda and her husband Craig, 4 grandchildren, Derek, Devin, Patrick and Michael, 3 great grandchildren, Addyson,  Xavier and Blake.  Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, Pa 15642 on Monday, January 8 from 10 A.M to 12 noon. A funeral service will be held at noon on Monday followed by interment in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made  to Humane Officer Cathy Cunningham  at CRICAAT  P.O. Box 117 Washington PA  15301. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

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Harriet M. Maticko

December 29, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Harriet M. Maticko, 87 of North Huntingdon passed away on December 28, 2023 at St. Anne Home, Greensburg. She was born August 16, 1936 in Sutersville, a daughter of the late Tom and Hilda Bonori Kusmierek. Harriet was a member of St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon and the Christian Mothers.. Prior to her retirement, she was employed as a secretary for Yough Country Club. She enjoyed spending time with her family and touring historical sites. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband John in 2019. She is survived by two daughters, Maria Brockman ( James ) and Roseanne Maticko, one brother Tom Kusmierek (Joanne) and sister, Fay Glott (Eddie). Visitation James W. Shirley Funeral Home, Wednesday 4-6 P.M. A funeral mass will be held Thursday at 10 A.M. followed by interment at West Newton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Agnes Church. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

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Judith Fleehr

December 28, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Judith Fleehr, age 73 of North Huntingdon, passed away December 28th 2023 at home. She was born September 28th, 1950 in Braddock, a daughter of the late Elmer and Olive Marsh Fleehr. Judith was a retired store manager at Swanee Swifty, worked for Sony, and enjoyed sewing and cooking. Judith is survived by her beloved husband of 37 years Arlyn Buss, as well as her son Steven Porter, sister-in-law Mary Luke (Jim), and two grandchildren, Ashton and Sabrina. There will be no visitation. Donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Arrangements will be handled by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Joanne T. Smail

December 28, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Joanne T. Smail, age 89 of North Huntingdon passed away peacefully December 28, 2023 surrounded by her family. She was born July 21, 1934 in Turtle Creek, a daughter of the late Vincent and Valera Krygowski Scheffler. Joanne was a member of St. Agnes Church and the Christian Mothers. She enjoyed working with flowers, gardening, playing cards, crocheting afghans but most especially spending time with her family. She was a member of AARP 3221. Prior to her retirement, she was employed by Westinghouse Airbrake as a secretary and Hazuzas Greenhouse. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband William in 1996 and one sister, Pauline Lenart. She is survived by two daughters, Linda Hempel (Tom) and Elaine Dietrich, 2 grandchildren Brian Hemple (Nicholas Gray), Jason Hempel (Amanda), 2 great grandchildren, Ryleigh and Harlow Hempel, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Friday from 2-8 P.M. A funeral mass will be held Saturday at 9:30 A.M. at St. Agnes Church followed by interment at Good Shepherd Cemetery . Memorials may be made to St. Jude Childrens Hospital or All But Furgotten Animal shelter. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

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Margaret Ellen Fullerton

December 27, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Margaret Ellen Wineman Fullerton, 86, of North Huntingdon, died December 25, 2023. She was born September 8, 1937, in Greensburg, the youngest child of the late Harry E. and Margaret J. Pyle Wineman. Prior to her retirement, Margaret was employed as a registered nurse at Redstone Highlands and was a former co-owner of ABC Cleaners, Norwin Towne Square. She was a graduate of Greensburg High, Class of 1955 and Westmoreland Hospital School of Nursing, Class of 1958. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by brothers, Jacob W. (Mary Lou Black, surviving) and H. Frederick (Shirley Crusan) Wineman and sister, Jean P. Wineman. Margaret is remembered with love by brother George E. (Barbara Crusan), sons William D. (Charlene Siems) and Richard A. Fullerton (Lisa Orsino), grandchildren Cody R. and Leah N. (William E. Thomas) Fullerton, daughter Vicki A. DiIoia (Anthony), grandchildren Bailey A. (Erica Johnson), Elijah L., Kalia Re, Rowan P. DiIoia, great grandchildren Amelia M., and Saila D. DiIoia, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. There will be no public visitation. Arrangements are handled by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, N. Huntingdon. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Thomas Regester

December 26, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Thomas J. Regester, age 82 of North Huntingdon died December 25, 2023 at Walden's View, North Huntingdon. He was born June 18, 1941 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Joseph and Anna Elizabeth "Betty" Hahn. Thomas was a member of Christ United Methodist Church and was an avid outdoorsman. He was an Eagle Scout and remained active in scouting with Penn's Woods Troop 250 for many years. Prior to his retirement, Thomas was employed as a computer operator by Shadyside Hospital. He was a veteran of the U.S Air Force. Thomas was preceded in death by his sister, Judith Richardson. He is survived by his wife Peggy Barry Regester, two sons, Thomas Jr. (Ellie), Robert Regester (Jennifer), one daughter, Margaret Nicholes, six grandchildren, Kaitlin Diehl (Howard), Mia Nicholes, Hannah Regester, Victoria (Tori) Nicholes, Kylie Regester, and William Regester and two great grandchildren, Emily and Wyatt Diehl. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Thursday from 2-6 PM. Services and interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be may to the White Oak Sportsman's Club. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

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Bruce Betters

December 22, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Bruce Betters, age 62 of Jeannette, died Wednesday December 20, 2023 at Excela Hospital Greensburg. He was born December 13, 1961 in McKeesport, a son of the late Martin and Minnie Joseph Betters. Bruce graduated from Norwin in 1980. He was self-employed as an HVAC technician and also worked as a motorcycle mechanic. Bruce enjoyed dining out with friends and family, spending time with his son, collecting coins, working in his garage, gunsmithing, and riding his motorcycle. He was preceded in death by his first wife Monique and son Mark McCracken. He is survived by his wife, Diane Mitlo, son Paul, brothers Michael (Kathleen) and Martin Jr. (Debbie), sister Sandra Harkins (Allen), and stepdaughters Autumn Mitlo and Rebecca Calloway. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8PM. A blessing service will take place at 3:30 PM in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the family in order to assist with funeral costs through our website at www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

 

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Gordon Cumming

December 21, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Gordon W. Cumming, 91, of Irwin, Hempfield Township, died Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023, at his home. He was born May 7, 1932, in Pittsburgh, a son of the late William and Ruth Snyder Cumming. Gordon was a member of Norwin Alliance Church. He was the pastor of the Christian Missionary Alliance Church of Hazelwood and was a missionary of the Ivory Coast for 10 years along with his wife. He was a veteran of the Army, having served during the Korean War. Gordon enjoyed his work and was an avid big-game hunter. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy L. Lingenfelter Cumming, in 2012. He is survived by his children, Janet Langford, Jeffrey (Sandy) Cumming, David Cumming and Beth (Larn) Alexander; grandchildren, Rebecca Clark, Jason Cumming, Lawrence (Theresa) Alexander, Jeffrey Cumming, Molly (Craig) Backi, Kaitlyn Cumming and Jenna Cumming; and great-grandchildren, Kaylee, Abigail, October, Harlow, Isabella, Luna, Teegan, Callahan, Weston, Aiden and Stella on the way. Friends were received Wednesday, Dec. 27, at the JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A funeral service was held Thursday, Dec. 28, at Norwin Alliance Church, 10585 Farview Drive, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. Interment followed in Restland Memorial Park in Monroeville. In lieu of flowers, a contribution may be made to Norwin Alliance Church. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

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Carolyn Ann Kalina

December 20, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Carolyn Ann (Justham) Kalina, 85, of North Huntingdon died December 20, 2023 peacefully at home with her children by her side. She was born September 5, 1938 in New Kensington, a daughter of the late Raymond and Mildred (Bone) Justham. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Francis "Steve" Kalina and a sister-in-law Deborah Justham. Carolyn was a member of Circleville United Methodist Church for 60 years. Prior to her retirement, she was employed by Harmarville Rehabilitation   Center, Circleville United Methodist Church as secretary, Irwin Family Chiropractic Clinic, Dollar General, and Redstone Highlands North Huntingdon Campus as manager of the gift shop. She is survived by two sons, Kenneth and Thomas Kalina, a daughter, Kathleen Richards (Patrick), one granddaughter, Leia Richards, a brother Raymond Justham Jr, several nieces and a nephew. A private graveside service will be held at Long Run Cemetery. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 17, 2024 at 11AM at the Circleville Global Methodist Church. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA is in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com. A special thank you to her long-time caregiver, Kelli Kastronis, and to Family Home Health Care and Bridges Hospice. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your favorite pet rescue.

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Wayne A. Reed, Jr.

December 20, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Wayne A. Reed, Jr., of South Greensburg (formerly of North Huntingdon), passed away at home on Tuesday, December 19, 2023. Wayne was born on January 22, 1968, in Pittsburgh, PA. He was the son of Wayne A Reed Sr and the late Norma Jean (Plues) Reed. Wayne was also proceded in death by his wife Pamela (Bolt) Reed, grandmother Marie Reed and uncles Vaughn R Reed and Garry Buckholz. Wayne is survived by his brother Vaughn P Reed, aunts Cheryl (Reed) Buckholz and Betsy (Rawe) Reed, in addition to cousins Christine (Jason) Baverso, Shelly (Jeff McMullen) Buckholz, and Russell (AnnaJean) Buckholz, as well as second cousins Jacob, Liberty, Jayden, Jonah and Gage. Funeral arrangements are being handled by James Shirley Funeral Home 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. At Wayne’s request there will not be a visitation. Condolences for the family may be left online. Memorial contributions if you so wish can be made to White Oak Animal Safe Haven. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Richard Lee Sauers

December 19, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Richard Lee Sauers, 84 of North Huntingdon died December 18, 2023 at Forbes Regional Hospital, Monroeville. He was born March 26, 1939 in North Versailles, a son of the late James Sauers and Myrtle Roberts. Prior to his retirement, Rich was employed as a steelworker for US Steel Iron Works. He enjoyed drag racing, hunting, playing cornhole and was an avid Steelers fan. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers James, Ted, Bud, and David, and sister Gail. He is survived by daughter Patricia Novak (Ted), grandchildren Dean Wisbar (Chrissy), Jessica Wisbar (Chris), Melissa Wisbar, great grandchildren Aubrihanna, Madelyn, Anthony, and Everly, and sister Alice Chop. Visitation will be Thursday 2-7 PM with a service at 7 PM at the funeral home. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

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