September 11, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Gary Kenneth Patterson, 87, of Irwin passed away Monday, September 11, 2023 at Hempfield Manor, Greensburg. He was born October 25, 1935 in Ardara, a son of the late Charles and Margaret (Confer) Patterson. Prior to his retirement, Gary was a high voltage lab technician for Westinghouse and was a veteran of the US Navy having served during the Korean War on the USS Bon Homme Richard (CVA 31). After retirement Gary continued working as a pastor in Confluence and Butler. He enjoyed golfing and loved playing and watching basketball and playing pool. Gary coached NCAA boys basketball and volunteered for the Norwin Youth Commission. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Russell, Raymond, and Edwin; and sisters, Elaine and Linda. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Phyllis (Wagner) Patterson; daughters, Pamela Williams and her husband, David, Debra Hoover and her husband, Lester; sister, Cheryl Lenhart; grandchildren, Matthew (Sarah) Davis, Hannah Williams, Haley (Joshua) Porter; and great-granddaughter, Allyssa Sue Davis. There will be no visitation. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
September 11, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Jeffrey Harnett, 70, of North Huntingdon formerly of Hadley, passed away Saturday, September 9, 2023. He was born November 25, 1952 in Greenville, PA, a son of James Harnett and the late Nancy (McManigle) Harnett. Prior to his retirement Jeff was a cytotechnologist for University Health Center of Cleveland and a veteran of the US Army having served during the Vietnam Era. He enjoyed hunting, grain farming, truck and tractor pulling, visiting wineries and traveling. In addition to his father, Jeff is survived by his companion, Deborah Daerr Ackerman; son, Chad Harnett (Sarah Walsh); brother, Jim Harnett (Paula); sister, Melissa Ustik (Gary); grandchildren, Riley and Nolan; niece, Andrea Harnett (John). Also survived by Dale and Tarah Ackerman, Bill and Veronica Daerr, Robert and Diana Daerr, and Constance Daerr. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at 11 a.m. at James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. An additional memorial service will be held at a later date in Sheakleyville, PA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to All But Furgotten Animal Rescue or your favorite animal rescue shelter. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
September 10, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
It is with great sadness, but also great joy that we announce the passing of our mother, Dorothy Passaro, into the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Dorothy, 86, was born on June 24, 1937 in Jeannette to Wilda and Ralph Volk. Dorothy was a graduate of Jeannette Sr. High School and a lifetime member of Jeannette Assembly of God Church. She enjoyed eating her favorite foods such as steak, chocolate, all sweets and ice cream. She liked flowers, her favorite color was pink and she loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard E. Passaro, sisters, Ruth, Phyllis, Wilda, and brothers, Donald, James and Larry. She is survived by her daughter, Michelle Herold (Michael); sons, Richard D. Passaro and Scott Passaro (Angela); sister, Gladys; grandchildren, Christopher Passaro, Jonathan Passaro, Michael Forish (Brittney), Rachel Passaro, Brittany Passaro; and great-grandchildren, Michael Henry and Evelyn. Family and friends will be received from 2-6 p.m. on Tuesday at the James W Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike in North Huntingdon. A funeral service will follow at 6 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment will be private. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
September 07, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Baby girl Ada Marie Prines, daughter of Joshua and Brea (Bolden) Prines, was given her Angel wings on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. In addition to her parents, Ada is survived by her big brother, Leo; maternal grandparents, Brett and Kelly Bolden; pateranl grandparents, Frank and Leslie Prines; maternal great-grandparents, Michael and Virginia Moritz; paternal great-grandmother, Bonnie Gesinski; aunts, Blair Hoffer and her husband, Nathan, Lindsay (Ben Douglas) and Carly Prines; and uncles, Shaun and Jordan Prines. Services are private. Brea and Josh would like everyone to let their children know how much they love them every day. Donations may be made to the March of Dimes or Pittsburgh Bereavement Doulas in memory of Ada Marie. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
September 01, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
John "Jack" F. Thieme, 61, of North Huntingdon died Thursday, August 31, 2023 at UPMC East. He was born September 24, 1961 in McKeesport, a son of the late Ferdinand F. and Ida (Sailor) Thieme. Jack was the owner of Thieme Heating and Air Conditioning. He was a member of the Christ United Methodist Church and a graduate of Norwin High School Class of 1979. He loved his Alaskan Malamutes. He is survived by his sister, Deborah L. Thieme and numerous cousins. Friends will be received on Tuesday from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will take place on Wednesday at 10 a.m in the funeral home chapel. Interment to follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Pet Friends, Inc., P.O. Box 484, Irwin, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
August 30, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Ray Allen "Skeets" Shawley Jr., 73, of Latrobe formerly of North Huntingdon, passed away Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at Excela Health Latrobe Hospital. He was born January 11, 1950 in Latrobe, a son of the late Ray A. and Harriet (Moore) Shawley. Prior to his retirement, Ray was a tool and die supervisor for GM Fisher Body Plant. He enjoyed traveling, golfing, cooking and feeding people, a good Manhattan and cigar and loved spending time with his family. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Wiles "Bud" Shawley; sisters, Marion Uncapher, JoAnn Plummer and Sara Shawley. He is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Sylvia Lynne Lancy Shawley; daughter, Tracy Dolence (Harry); sisters, Lois Moon (Richard), Lenita Lenhart (Roger), Valera “Tootie” Uncapher (Eugene), Susan Henry (Leo); mother-in-law, Rosa Lee Lancy; grandchildren, Alycia Shawley, Hunter Dolence; sisters-in-law, Bonnie Shawley, Lee Anne Hrebik (Michael); and numerous niece and nephews. Friends will be received on Thursday from 2-8 p.m. at James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will be held on Friday at 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
August 30, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Amelia A. Furin, 61, of North Huntingdon, passed away Tuesday, August 29, 2023. She was born November 25, 1961 in Jeannette, a daughter of the late George and Marion (Hawk) Furin. Amelia was a wiring tech for Crisp Control for over 20 years. She was a graduate of Norwin Sr. High School Class of '81 and a member of the Wendel Club. She enjoyed working, attending social gatherings and spending time with her grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, George and Stephen Furin. She is survived by her sons, Richard Ramsey (Katie), Justin Ramsey, Benjamin Christopher; daughter, Erica Smartnick (Brian); sisters, Susie Owell, Marion McFeely, Mary Furin; grandchildren, Rachel, Parker and Aidan. Friends will be received on Tuesday from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A prayer service will take place on Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. PLEASE GO DIRECTLY TO THE CEMETERY. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family thru the funding on the James W. Shirley Funeral home website. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
August 25, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
James Lon Bayer, 75, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, August 24, 2023. He was born, April 23, 1948 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Joseph L. and Lavernna LaRue (Logan) Bayer. Jim was the owner/operator of J.L. Bayer Heating & Air Conditioning Company. He was a proud Vietnam veteran of the US Air Force and a classic muscle car enthusiast. He is survived by his wife, Sarah (Liller) Bayer; stepsons, James and John Cole; sisters, Karen Thomas (George), Vicki Prop, Sheila Armstrong (Eugene); and several nieces and nephews. At Jim's request, there will be no visitation. Memorial donations may be made to the Westmoreland County Food Bank in memory of Jim. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
August 18, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Marty J. Stouffer, 41, of North Irwin, passed away Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at Forbes Regional Hospital. He was born, July 14, 1982 in Jeannette, beloved son of Debra Marks Coulter and her husband, Duke. Marty was a route salesman for Schwebel's Bakery Company and was a graduate of Hempfield Sr. High School Class of 2001. He was an avid Detroit Lions fan, Pittsburgh Pirates fan, enjoyed his football get-togethers, fantasy football and loved spending time with his daughters. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Charles and Alice Marks. He is survived by his wife, Beth (Dunlap) Stouffer; daughters, Allie and Haley Stouffer; sister, Kelly (Walter) Pittenger; father and mother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Jack and Colleen Dunlap; brother-in-law, Michael Dunlap; sister-in-law, Heather Dunlap; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins; and many close friends. Friends will be received on Monday from 2-7 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. Closing prayer will take place at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Stouffer Family. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
August 17, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Kathleen D. Marion, 97, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, August 17, 2023 at her home. She was born December 5, 1925 in Glassport, Pa., a daughter of the late Eugene and Margaret (Karus) Dennison. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Marion and brothers, Eugene and James Dennison. She is survived by her cousins, Sylvia and Rev. Scott McCormick, Erma Jean Randolph, Ron and Kathy Betzner, Loma and Ron Countryman, Linda Locke, Susan Bendel and Tom Dennison. There will be no visitation. A Celebration of Life will be scheduled at a later date. Memorials may be made to Redstone Highlands Benevolent Fund. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
August 15, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Kathleen J. Carey Way, 74, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, August 14, 2023 at UPMC Passavant Hospital. She was born February 27, 1949, a daughter of the late Mary Lou (Carey) Leck. Prior to her retirement, Kathy was an administrator for Club 4 Life. She enjoyed watching the History Channel, listening to oldies music, spending time with her daughters and grandchildren, and loved her feline companion, Baby. She is survived by her daughters, Carrie Botkin (Brian), Connie Angermeier (Michael), brother, Peter Leck; sister, Laura "Dee Dee" Erdody (Gary); grandchildren, Joshua (Austin), Kathleen "Katie", Benjamin, Devon, Brendan; and several nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. on Thursday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will be held on Friday at 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment to follow in Round Hill Cemetery. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
August 12, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Mary P. Lash, 94, of North Huntingdon, died Friday, August 11, 2023. She was born May 14, 1929 in Irwin, daughter of the late Frank and Barbara (Pcolensky) Pavlik. Prior to her retirement, Mary was a secretary for the Norwin Property Tax Office. She was a member of St. Mary's Byzantine Catholic Church, Herminie, White Oak American Legion Auxiliary and the 701 Seniors in White Oak. She was preceded in death by her husband, Levi Lash; sons, David and Gary Lash; daughter, Carol Anderson; brothers, Frank, John, Michael and George; sisters, Elizabeth Pavlik and Ann Hanko. She is survived by her daughter, Karen Guess; brother, Robert; sisters, Helen Rizzi and Sr. Barbara Pavlik; and granddaughter, Samantha Guess. Friends will be received from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Monday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. in the funeral home. Interment to follow in Irwin Union Cemetery. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
August 08, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Cecilia “Cil” Zabelsky, of North Huntingdon, age 82 passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on Monday August 7, 2023. She was born in Duquesne on July 28, 1941 and is the daughter of late Michael and Rose (Kubec) Sucevic. Beloved wife of Robert “Izzy” Zabelsky of 64 years. Loving mother of Keith (Lisa) Zabelsky of Harrison City; Gregg (Mary Lynne) Zabelsky of North Huntingdon; and Lisa Lilley of North Huntingdon. Cherished grandmother “Nana” of late Ryan Zabelsky, Jason Zabelsky, Kevin Zabelsky, Rachel Zabelsky; Alex Zabelsky (fiancée Lauren), Nicole Zabelsky (fiancé Mike); Megan Krehbiel (Andy) and Amanda Swanson (Caleb) and great-granddaughter, Penelope Cecilia Swanson. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, in-laws, and friends. In addition to her parents; she was preceded in death by her siblings, Paul Sucevic and Dorothy Lipchak and grandson, Ryan Zabelsky. Cecilia’s parents owned a bar, “Mike’s Bar”, in Duquesne across from the Steel Mills where Cil lived and worked throughout her youth. She met and married Robert “Izzy” Zabelsky, also of Duquesne, and had all 3 children, Keith, Gregg and Lisa while living in Duquesne. In 1967, their family moved to North Huntingdon where they have remained to date. She was a stay-at-home mom and wife for 15 years and once her children were grown, she opened her own travel business of over 25 years, “Four Seasons Travel”, in White Oak until she retired in 2007. Travel was a big part of Cil’s life both as a professional as well as in her personal life. She and husband Izzy traveled many places with close friends, Dolly & Sonny Jubic throughout the years. Cil's other interests included golf, bowling, gardening and card playing. As well as playing in a monthly “card club”, many nights were spent at her house playing cards with friend, Barb, while laughing and sipping wine. Her love of the beach predicated the purchase of their own condo in North Myrtle Beach where they vacationed with family and friends for over 25 years. One word that comes to mind when thinking of Cil was “compassionate”. Through her life she took care of several elderly friends, Thelma and Gladys, as well as caring and taking into their home her father, father-in-law, mother-in-law and grandchild. She extended her love and sense of family outside her immediate family and welcomed her nephew Joel Nagy, wife Laura and children Jake and Ethan into the folds of her family and traditions. Family and tradition were the foundation of Cil’s beliefs and she instilled these important beliefs into all of her children and grandchildren. This can be demonstrated by the yearly family Myrtle Beach vacations, countless holiday traditions, and she never missed an important event in any of her children or grandchildren’s lives. “Nana” was always present and forever feeding any and all that was around her… If you didn’t want to eat or accept seconds, “you must be ill”. Cil (Nana) will be greatly missed by her family and friends in both Pittsburgh and Myrtle Beach. Cil and her family have chosen to not have any viewing or funeral service at this time but plan to have a Memorial at some time in the future. In lieu of flowers or gifts, donations can be made to Saint Judes. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
August 06, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Roberta “Bobbi” Peschock, 51, of North Huntingdon died August 5, 2023, surrounded by her family. She was born October 19, 1971, in Wilkinsburg, PA, a daughter of Rita Hynes Peschock and the late Richard Peschock. She was a 1989 graduate of Norwin High School. She graduated with a Bachelor’s degree from Seton Hill University. Bobbi was a retired Activities Specialist for S.C.I. Somerset. She was a lifetime member of the Guffey Club, organized various charity bike runs for cancer, enjoyed riding her motorcycle, and playing with her German shepherd, Gunner. She loved to spend time with her family and friends. Especially trips to Lake Erie with Billy and Gunner. Bobbi loved to go to the beach and watch the sunrise. She was a strong, kind, and caring person who will be dearly missed by all that knew her. In addition to her mother she is survived by her daughter, Brandi Valerio, a brother Michael (Pam) Peschock, two sisters, Christine Schnider and Anita Powell and her boyfriend of 10 years, Billy Dixon. As well as many nieces and nephews. There will be no visitation. Services will be private. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon in charge of arrangements. Memorial Donations, in memory of Bobbi may be made to the American Cancer Society or Michael Pils Foundation - Fighting Childhood Cancer. PO Box 213, West Newton, Pa 15089.
August 04, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
, 78, of North Huntingdon, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 3, 2023. He was born August 5, 1944 in Swissvale, PA, son of the late John Shane and Helen (Madden) Shane Clawson. Prior to his retirement, John was a steamfitter for Local Union 449 and a veteran of the US Air Force. He was a member of Park Baptist Church, Versailles where he served as trustee for many years, VFW Post 781, American Legion, Irwin and McKeesport Sportsmen’s Association. He was a graduate of Penn Hills Sr. High School and enjoyed hunting, fly fishing and 22 bench rest target shooting. He is survived by his wife, Shari (Wood) Shane; brother, Jerry Shane (Marie); sister, Karen Fischetti (John); sister-in-law, Bev Mancuso (Ron); nieces and nephews; and four special great nieces. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday at 10 a.m. in Park Baptist Church, 749 Center Street, Versailles, PA 15132. PLEASE GO DIRECTLY TO THE CHURCH. Entombment to follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Park Baptist Church or Health Well Foundation https://www.healthwellfoundation.org/donate/. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
