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Phyllis M. Valerio

May 21, 2023 |

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

Phyllis M. Valerio, 91, of North Huntingdon ascended into heaven on Saturday, May 20, 2023 at her home. She was born August 13, 1931 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Walter and Anne Clark Parkhurst. Phyllis was a waitress at Eat'n Park. She attended West Hempfield Presbyterian Church and enjoyed ballroom dancing, bowling, entertaining and sewing.  Phyllis was a wonderful mom and a fabulous cook. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Valerio, one daughter, Jeryl E. Schwartz (Robert),  two brothers, Walter (Vinita) Parkhurst  and Jessie Donald (Joann) Parkhurst, one sister, Lois (Rich) Godec. She is survived by her daughter, Cindy Y. Colchagie (Robert), son, Paul J. Neff (Sharon), one sister, Annette Potts (Ronald), 5 grandchildren, Matthew Neff (Kim), Jonathan Neff (Sarah), Keriann Neff (Jason), Kaishia Ieraci, Aaviele Ieraci, four great-grandchildren Arlo, Luca, Ty and Lilly. Friends will be received at the Refuge Church in Manor on Saturday, May 27 from 9:30-10 a.m. at which time a service will be begin at 10 a.m. Interment will be private in Brush Creek Cemetery. James W. Shirley Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfunerahome.com.

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Beverly A. Beasley Minerva

May 20, 2023 |

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

Beverly A. Beasley Minerva, 84 of McKeesport died May 19, 2023, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. She was born June 6, 1938, in Connecticut, a daughter of the late Timothy and Elizabeth O'Koverick Hawes. Prior to her retirement, Bev was a salesclerk for Pat's Hallmark and a customer service representative for MEDCO. She was preceded in death by her former husband, Gene Minerva, daughters, Suzanne and Karen Ann Beasley. She is survived by her step grandchild, Nicholas Minerva. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Tuesday from 5-7 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Cerebral Palsy Foundation. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Beverly H. Krieger

May 10, 2023 |

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

Beverly H. Krieger, 89, of North Huntingdon, passed away Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at Greensburg Care Center.  She was born September 16, 1933 in Mt. Pleasant, a daughter of the late Clyde and Anna (Myers) Hails.  Beverly was a member of the Armbrust Wesleyan Church, Armbrust and enjoyed shopping.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Krieger; brother, Hubert Hails, and sister, Lucille Hindman.  She is survived by her nephew, Mark Hails; nieces, Beverly Hindman, Lana Dudash, Penny Purnell and Pam Proudfil.  There will be no visitation.  Private interment in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies.  Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA  15642.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Margaret Blanche Whitehead

May 10, 2023 |

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

Margaret Blanche Whitehead, 98, of Florida, formerly of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, May 4, 2023.  She was born May 3, 1925 in Irwin, a daughter of the late Elmer E. and Emily B. (Kunkle) Whitehead.  Prior to her retirement, Margaret was a graphic arts manager for Rust Engineering/Wheelabrator Technologies.  She was a former member of Norwin Alliance Church, member and president of In-Plant Management Association, AARP, Good Sam Club and International Institute of Reflexology and a lifelong children and youth worker in numerous churches.  She is survived by her sister, Corrine Whitehead.  There will be no visitation and interment will be private in Irwin Union Cemetery.  Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA  15642.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Evelyn L. Bogdan

April 29, 2023 |

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

Evelyn L. Bogdan, 88, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, April 29, 2023 at William Penn Care Center. She was born July 3, 1934 in Duquesne, a daughter of the late Paul and Laura (Mackowick) Janusek, Evelyn was a member of St. Agnes Parish and enjoyed traveling with her husband, Eugene, tending to her plants and garden and going to garage sales and flea markets. Evelyn will always be remembered for her beautiful bright blue eyes. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene Bogdan. She is survived by her son, Jeff Bogdan and his wife, Virginia; daughter, Lori Vidra and her husband, Michael; brother, Richard (Kristine) Janusek; and two granddaughters who called her Ga Ga, Anna and Lara Vidra. Friends will be received Thursday from 10-11 a.m. followed by a blessing service at 11 a.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Colleen A. Scholl

April 27, 2023 |

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

Colleen A. Scholl, 70, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, April 27, 2023 at UPMC Shadyside Hospital.  She was born September 16, 1952 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Alvin and Ellen (Minda) Comer.  Prior to her retirement, Colleen was an office worker for  the University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work and enjoyed watching her grandson Alec play baseball.  She is survived by her husband, John Scholl; daughter, Kristina Martin and her husband, Adam; brother, Johnny (Lillian "Sis") Comer; sisters, Karen Debruyn, Cindy Comer, Kathy Proctor; grandson, Alec Martin; cousin, Ronnie Brannigan and his wife, Melanie; and several nieces and nephews.  Friends will be received from 2-7 p.m. on Sunday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA.    www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Timothy P. Corridon

April 17, 2023 |

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

Timothy P. Corridon, 59, of N. Versailles formerly of N. Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, April 15, 2023 at Forbes Regional Hospital, Monroeville.  He was born December 10, 1963 in Wilmerding, a son of the late Edward and Doris (Corletti) Corridon.  Tim was an electronic technician and a graduate of Norwin Sr. High School Class of '81.  He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan, enjoyed watching Formula 1 Racing, listening to 80's classic rock music and spending time with his family and feline companion, Lillie.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Edward.  He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Susan (Unnone) Corridon; twin brother, Thomas and his wife, Deb; brother, John; sister, Kathy Corridon and her wife, Lisa; nephews, Jonathan, Edward, Brandon, Corey, Mark, James; and niece, Sarah.  Friends will be received from 3-8 p.m. on Wednesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA  15642.  Family and friends will gather at 10 a.m. on Thursday in the funeral home and proceed to St. Joseph Cemetery, North Versailles, PA.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Lung Association. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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August "Auggie" "Mo" Walser

April 10, 2023 |

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

August "Auggie" "Mo" Walser, 95, of North Versailles and Bedford, Pa passed away Friday, April 7, 2023 at Select Specialty Hospital, McKeesport. He was born July 23, 1927 in North Braddock a son of the late Emil and Margaret (Busch) Walser. Prior to his retirement he was employed as a heavy equipment mechanic by Caterpillar. August was a graduate of Turtle Creek High School. He attended the Crossroads Bible Church in Bedford.  Was a member of the  East McKeesport VFW,  The American Legion in Bedford along with various VFW's in the Bedford area. He enjoyed sitting on his porch in Bedford, being outdoors, and feeding the hummingbirds. August served our country during WWII with the U.S. Navy as a Fireman First Class V-6. He was preceded in death by his first wife Betty Walser; his companion, Faye Lang;  brothers Willie, Emil and Adolph, sisters Angeline, Anna, and Kickle and step daughter Judy Gietl. He is survived by son Emil Walser of California, stepson, Robert Giles and family  of North Versailles, nieces: Denise (Vince) Nardozi, Melissa Szumetz, Melanie Kotvas and additional  nieces,  nephews & great nieces and nephews.  Dear friends, James Lang,  Paul and Jamie Trunzo, and many close friends in Bedford Pa.  Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Wednesday from 2-7 p.m. Funeral service Thursday 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with interment to follow in Grandview Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Crossroads Bible Church in Bedford.

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Rita T. Wintermoyer

April 03, 2023 |

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

Rita T. Wintermoyer, 62, formerly of North Huntingdon, resided in Grafton, WV, passed away Sunday, April 2, 2023. She was born March 29, 1961 in Braddock, resided in Pitcairn, a daughter of the late Harry Robert and Alice Waltz. Rita was a certified respiratory therapist and pharmaceutical representative and a former member of St. Edward Church.

Rita was a graduate of Gateway High School and West Virginia University. She enjoyed boating, crocheting and fishing. She is survived by her husband, Todd Wintermoyer; sons, William Dull and his wife, Chrissy, Andrew Dull and his wife, Christine, Ryan Wintermoyer and his wife, Morgan; sister, Roberta Waltz; brothers, Gilbert (Debby), Joseph and Raymond Waltz; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and amazing friends.

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Joanne Louise Wood

April 02, 2023 |

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

Joanne Louise Wood, 79, of Penn, Pa., passed away April 2, 2023 at her home. She was born October 25, 1943 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Andrew and Bessie (Loughner) Schwirian. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brothers Ernest and Phillip. Prior to retirement Joanne was employed as a housekeeper at Briarcliff Pavilion. She was a member of the Full Bible Church and a graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School. She is survived by her son John Wood (Jan) and daughter Michele Wolf and her husband John, grand-children Sarah, Britney, Kyle, Kayla, Emma, and Jenna and great-grandchildren Isabella, Ashley and Chaplin due in May. Brother Richard A. Schwirian (Darla) and Sister Loretta Martin (Tom).

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Jennifer Youngerman

March 25, 2023 |

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

Jennifer Youngerman, 57, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, March 23, 2023 at Forbes Regional Hospital.  She was born October 1, 1965 in McKeesport, a daughter of Hilda Brown Youngerman and the late Kenneth Youngerman.  In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her brother, Kenneth and sisters, Lisa Ann and Amy.  Services are private.  Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA  15642.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Lois D. Jacobovitz

March 22, 2023 |

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

Lois D. Jacobovitz, 71, formerly of North Huntingdon, residing in Ohio, passed away Monday, March 20, 2023. She was born December 20, 1951 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Bertram and Phyllis (Ursiny) Leader. Prior to her retirement, Lois was an Avon Representative, administrative assistant for Newmark and a member of New Hope Presbyterian Church. Lois was an avid canine lover and enjoyed her time with her many special needs pups. She also loved to cook and crochet blankets for others. In addition to her parents, Lois was preceded in death by her brothers, William Leader, and John Leader and his wife Marsha, as well as her brother-in-law Morris Decolati. She is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Ronald Jacobovitz; son, Jonathan Jacobovitz and his wife, Brittany; daughter, Katie Jacobovitz and Garrett Fenstermaker; sisters, Jane Decolati, Marjory "Doe" Burtnett and her husband Richard; and beloved grandson, Dallas; as well as many wonderful nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 3-8 p.m. on Friday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. at New Hope Presbyterian Church, 12727 Lincoln Way, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. Interment to follow in South Versailles Cemetery, Coulter, PA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to New Hope Presbyterian Church in North Huntingdon. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 

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Edna A. Tolman

March 21, 2023 |

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

Edna A. Tolman, 98, of Irwin, passed away Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. She was born October 27, 1924 in Steubenville, OH, a daughter of the late Adam and Pasqualina (Ialenti) Bello. Edna was a jewelry clerk for Woolworth and enjoyed making crafts. She attended Christian Center Church and New Life Tabernacle Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Guy W. Tolman, brothers, Edward and Fulvio; and sister, Dora Zalenski. She is survived by her daughters, Gloria Moxson, Catherine Smail, Patricia Tatar; sister, Claudia Ranalli; grandchildren, David Smail (Debra), George "Buddy" Tatar (Nicole), Kelly DePierre (Dakota); great-grandchildren, Michael, Nicholas and Briana; and several nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home chapel. Entombment to follow in St. Joseph Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Westmoreland Humane Society. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Joseph J. Lane

March 20, 2023 |

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

I am devastated to announce the passing of my beloved son, Joseph James Lane.  Joseph passed away peacefully on March 15, 2023 at Children's Hospital surrounded by his family.  Joseph was born July 28, 1998 to mother, Amy K. Lane of Sutersville and father, Thomas M. Lane of North Huntingdon.  Joseph was preceded in death by his paternal great-grandfather, Joseph Smith and maternal aunt, Jennifer Black.  He is survived by his maternal grandparents, Jim and Judy Black; paternal grandmother, Toni Lane; great paternal grandmother, Ardeth Smith; and uncle, Steven Lane.  Joseph was the smartest, kindest, most gentle, honest, patient and joyful little boy that I could ever imagine.  Even though Joseph struggled with many difficult illnesses throughout his short life, he always had the brightest smile in the room.  His joyful and peaceful spirit pulled you in and made you feel the same joy he felt.  Joseph loved to go to the mall to ride the train and the "ding ding" elevator.  He also enjoyed going to the movies.  He loved going to Kennywood Park to ride the train and watch the parade.  Joseph also enjoyed hanging out at home in his hammock swing watching his favorite Veggietales and Sesame Street videos.  He loved to be silly and tease his nurse, Pam and his Mommy.  He especially loved when Mimi and PapPap came for a visit so he could tease them and play games with them.  He also enjoyed when his GeeGee and Daddy would visit and take him on a bike ride.  He always looked forward to his Daddy bringing him a purple balloon.  Joseph attended Clelian Heights School for Exceptional Children and graduated from Yough Sr. High School.  The family would like to thank all the doctors and nurses at Children’s Hospital, especially Dr. Michael Moritz for his 24 years of exceptional care and commitment to Joseph.  We would also like to thank Dr. Ian Pollack for giving us an extra three years with Joseph and Dr. Glen Cannon for performing a surgery that extended the life of Joseph's transplanted kidney.  We would also like to thank Dr. Scott Mauer and Carol May for helping us through Joseph's last days and for making Joseph's passing peaceful.  I am forever grateful to the nurses of 7B and the ICU for helping me cope and for happily tending to every single need that Joseph had.  And the family wishes to express our heartfelt gratitude to Joseph's nurse, Pamela Baxter for her five years of selfless, dedication and love.  Friends will be received from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Thursday, March 23, 2023 at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA.  A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 2:30 p.m. in Immaculate Conception Church, Irwin.  Interment will take place at Irwin Union Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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William W. Roberts

March 17, 2023 |

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

William W. Roberts, 95, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, March 17, 2023 at Transitions Healthcare, North Huntingdon. He was born July 14, 1927 in Graceton , Pa., a son of the late Carlyle and Bessie (Oakley) Roberts. Prior to his retirement, Bill was a generator inspector for Westinghouse Electric his whole career, and a WWII veteran of the US Army. He was a member of Circleville United Methodist Church and enjoyed golfing, bowling and spending time outdoors in his garden in his spare time. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Robert, Thomas and John Roberts; sisters, Pauline and Marie. He is survived by his loving wife, Doris (Endler) Roberts; son, Wayne Roberts, daughter, Lorraine Roberts; and sister, Dolores (William) Henderson of Ohio and Sister in law Marguerite (John) Roberts.. There will be no visitation. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com