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Nadine Habura Plummer

June 06, 2023 |

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

Nadine Habura Plummer, age 91, peacefully passed into the presence of her Lord and Savior on May 7, 2023 at her home in Knoxville, TN with her daughter at her side. She was a member of Cedar Springs Presbyterian Church in Knoxville. Nadine was born in Pittsburgh, PA on March 16, 1932 and grew up in the Forest Hills area. She graduated from Shadyside School of Nursing and received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Pittsburgh. Her compassionate and caring nature lent itself well to a nursing career as clinical instructor in various Pittsburgh hospitals and later as Director of Nursing in a skilled nursing facility.

On August 12, 1961 Nadine married Robert Lee “Bob” Plummer. They raised two children, Chris and Tom, and together built a life of service to the church and community. Nadine’s faith and strength were evident as she and Bob survived Tom‘s death at the age of 22, eventually encouraging other parents who had lost children through The Compassionate Friends. Nadine delighted in cooking and baking, not only serving gourmet meals for family and friends and frequently providing meals for those in need, but also volunteering in the kitchen at Meals on Wheels for 18 years and at the Greensburg, PA Christ’s Church salad bar where she had been a member. Nadine and Bob loved to travel and enjoyed many cruises all over the world with dear friends.

Following Bob’s death in 2013 Nadine relocated to Knoxville in 2018 to be close to Chris and her family. Although 86 at the time, she quickly made many friends because of the extraordinary person she was. Nadine was one of a kind, someone who put others before herself. She had a strong work ethic and was always the first to help out. She was genuine, patient, and always kind to everyone, holding her friends in high regard. Her faith in Jesus was an inspiration to many. She loved to follow sports and play board games and was a skillful conversationalist, always up on the latest news. Her greatest joy was spending time with family. She was dear “Aunt Dean” to her two nieces and precious “Nana” to her beloved grandchildren, Elise and Cole, keeping them well stocked with cookies and hugs.

Nadine was preceded in death by her parents, Morris and Amelia (Malacky) Habura, sister, Beverly Habura, loving husband, Robert Plummer and son, Thomas Plummer. She is survived by her daughter, Christin McDaniel, (husband, Lee) of Knoxville, two grandchildren, Elise and Cole McDaniel and two nieces and their families.

Friends will be received from 10-11 a.m. on Saturday, June 24, 2023 at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA.  15642 and a Celebration of Life will follow at 11 a.m.  Interment will be private in Irwin Union Cemetery.

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Elvira F. Maglicco

June 05, 2023 |

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

Elvira F. Maglicco, 97, of N. Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023. She was born October 3, 1925 in Dunbar, a daughter of the late John and Jennie (Picchoni) Crocetti. Prior to her retirement, Elvira was a sales clerk for Cox's children’s department. She was a member of Mary Mother of God, Christy Park and enjoyed cooking, baking and housekeeping. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Anthony; son, John Wayne; brothers, Angelo and Emideo; sisters, Theresa Jaworski and Virginia Gasbarro. She is survived by her son, Anthony and his wife, Patricia; daughter, Joanna Graham and her husband, Mark; brother, John (Karen), Anthony (Mary Ann); sisters, Eleanor Hoyng; Geraldine (Patrick) Corrado, Loretta Perri, Eugenia (Bob) Horwatt; daughter-in-law, Kathy Maglicco; grandchildren, Anthony (Robin) Maglicco III, Amber (Jay) Richards, Dawn (Dennis) Deitch, Keith Maglicco, Michael (Allie) Maglicco and Karrie (Don) Thomas; 4 great-grandchildren. Friends will be received from 3-8 p.m. on Friday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, N. Huntingdon, PA. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 9 a.m. on Saturday at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, N. Huntingdon. Entombment to follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, N. Versailles. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 


Marlene Joyce "MJ" Shufran Stabile

May 31, 2023 |

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

Marlene Joyce "MJ" Shufran Stabile, 73, of North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully, on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, at home from end-stage COPD and emphysema with her daughter, Dorey, and her Hospice Team of Treasure Bertani and Karen Onder, by her side, holding her hands. She was born April 4, 1950, in Gary, Indiana, a daughter of the late Stephen and Wilda G. (McGonigal) Shufran. Marlene was told as a teenager that she wouldn't live past the age of 25, so she lived her life being thankful for every new day she was graced with. She was blessed with a husband who was her true love, and with two children she was told she would never be able to have, who she dedicated her life to after becoming a widow at 34. Marlene proudly earned degrees from Penn State University and the University of Pittsburgh, she was a Financial Officer for WQED, Adtranz, and Direct Advantage Marketing, and after early retirement, she was a comforting caregiver to her mother, friends, and others who were entrusted with her care, which was the most rewarding job besides being a loving mother to her two children. Marlene always read her daily devotions, was an avid reader in general, and found enjoyable peace tending to her flowers and yard until she no longer could do so. She lived her life to the very best she could and by the Golden Rule to treat others the way you want to be treated. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Rosario Stabile, and son, R. Vincent Stabile. She is survived by her devoted daughter, Dorey Stabile, her very special, Simon Alexander; her so-loved granddaughter, Ava Stabile, and her brother Timothy Shufran. There will be no visitation. Family and friends will gather for a Celebration of Life on Thursday, June 8, 2023, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at the Moments Event Hall, 231 Jennie Drive, North Huntingdon, PA 15642.

 
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Mary Ellen Berggren

May 26, 2023 |

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

Mary Ellen Berggren, 75, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, May 25, 2023 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. 

She was born January 5, 1948 in Donora, a daughter of the late John and Mary Agnes (Kosko) Mihalic.  Mary was a graduate of Mon Valley Catholic High School Class of '65 and was the social director for her classmates dinner group and social coordinator for their class reunions. 

Prior to her retirement, Mary was an assistant branch manager for Mellon Bank/Citizens Bank in Donora for 41 years.  She was a member of St. Agnes Parish where she was a Christian Mother and volunteered for Lenten fish fries.

 
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Darlene Baldridge Decker

May 23, 2023 |

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

Darlene Baldridge Decker, 84 of North Huntingdon died May 19, 2023. She was born July 22, 1938 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Elmer and Rhoda Armstrong Baldridge. Darlene was a graduate of McKeesport High School. She enjoyed Bingo, flea markets, garage sales, shopping and camping. She was preceded in death by her husband, Vincent and one brother Robert Baldridge. She is survived by two sons, Vincent Decker, Jeff Decker (Christine), two daughters, Donna Oley, Amy Meinert (John), two sisters, Rosemary Buko (John), Kay Sherwin (Thomas), 12 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Tuesday, May 30, 2023 from 2-8 p.m. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Entombment Mt. Vernon Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 
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Sarah "Sally" Ann Gennaro

May 22, 2023 |

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

Sarah "Sally" Ann Gennaro, 89, of Irwin, passed away Saturday, May 20, 2023 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital.  She was born January 17, 1934 in Ambridge, PA, a daughter of the late John and Mary (Linden) Gibb.  Sarah was a graduate of St. Joseph Nursing School and was a registered nurse for various hospitals in the Western Pennsylvania area.  She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church, Irwin and enjoyed working crossword puzzles, reading mysteries and watching Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune.  She liked all animals and especially loved spending time with her grandchildren.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel Gennaro, and son-in-law, Roy Starr.  She is survived by her sons, Daniel P. Gennaro and his wife, Catherine, Rodger Gennaro and his wife, Janet; daughters, M. Bridget Starr, Amy Kerr and her husband, Norman; grandchildren, Gabriella, Olivia, John, Roy, Daniel, Trudy, Eleanor, Sarah, Norman, William, Megan and Amanda.  There will be no visitation.  Interment will be private in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies.  Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 


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.

 


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

 


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

 


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

 


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

 


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

 


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

 


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.

 


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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