Karen E. Campion
March 27, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

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March 27, 2022 |
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March 26, 2022 |
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March 17, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
William “Bill” Mays Jr. was a caring husband, father, pap, GP and friend. He peacefully passed away, March 16, 2022 at age 91. He was born to William and Thelma Mays of Coulter, PA on April 6, 1930. Bill went to McKeesport High School where he met his loving wife of 70 years, Elaine (Ohs) Mays. He retired from the B&O Railroad and upon his retirement, he and his wife traveled the world and enjoyed spending time with his grandkids. In his free time, Bill served the Methodist Church in downtown Irwin, loved his roses and planting in his garden, and was an avid poker player.
March 16, 2022 |
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Sharen Lee (Miller) Silvis, 79, of North Huntingdon, passed away Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. She was born June 3, 1942 in Wilkinsburg, a daughter of the late Robert T. "Bud" and Catherine "Kay" (Bradshaw) Miller.
Sharen enjoyed sewing and crocheting afghans, and found much pleasure giving them to family and friends. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who made her home a castle for her family. Sharen was preceded in death by her first canine companion, Riley. She is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Jack D. Silvis; son, Darryl L. Silvis and his wife, Corie; daughter, Laurie K. Peddicord and her husband, Sam; grandchildren, Melissa (Mike) Shaffer, Leanne Silvis, Jack T. Silvis; great-grandchildren, Arielle, Tyler, Abby, Leona, Sage and Jack Jr.; brother, Robert B. "Brad" (Carol) Miller; numerous nieces and nephews; and her canine companion, Ricky.
March 15, 2022 |
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Roberta L. Wobrak, 89, of North Huntingdon passed away Monday, March 14, 2022 at Transitions Healthcare. She was born April 30, 1932 in East Millsboro, PA, a daughter of the late Robert and Elizabeth Layhew. Roberta enjoyed crocheting and knitting. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Wobrak Sr.; brothers, Richard and Donald; sisters, Shirley and Patti. She is survived by her sons, Robert E. and his wife, Kelly of Lancaster, Ron E. and his wife, Marie of New Stanton; brother, Robert Layhew; and granddaughter Rachel Wobrak. Services are private. Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
March 09, 2022 |
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March 04, 2022 |
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March 04, 2022 |
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February 28, 2022 |
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Roy Nelson Hixson II, 83, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, February 27, 2022. He was born January 30, 1939 in Pittsburgh, son of the late Roy Nelson and Marie Ida (Mellott) Hixson. Prior to his retirement, Roy worked as a machinist for Westinghouse Electric, East Pittsburgh and later retired from US Steel Clairton Works. He was a member of Shaner Gun Club, was a car enthusiast and enjoyed hunting, attending dirt track races and his time at Crystal Spring Campground. He is survived by his wife, Linda (Cearns) Hixson; daughters, Cheryl Schultz and her husband, Keith, Sharon Bindas and her husband, Robert; grandchildren, Ryan and Alexander Schultz, Brandon and Tyler Bindas; and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 4-8 p.m. on Tuesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. A funeral service will take place on Wednesday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment Friday at noon in Everett Cemetery, 134 Rivers Bend Drive, Everett, PA 15537. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Crystal Spring Camp Meeting, c/o: Jason Bryant, 1030 North Breezewood Road, Breezewood, PA 15533. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
February 22, 2022 |
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February 22, 2022 |
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February 20, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Mary Margaret "Pudge" Kelly passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 19, 2022. She was born on July 25, 1938. Pudge was preceded in death by her father, Charles Kelly, mother, Mary Spiegel Kelly, brother, Charles Jr., sister, Shirley Marino Andonisio, sister, Patricia McKillop Gatto, nephews, David and Chuck Kelly, nieces, Christine Marino Rizk and Monika McKillop, and life-long companion, Becky Bilott. Our Aunt Pudge leaves behind nieces, Linda Marino Fry Moore and Dennis, Karen Marino Piper and Tom, Doreen "Sissy" Kelly. Nephews, Rob McKillop, Angelo Marino and Machiel, Mark McKillop, Todd McKillop and Debbie, Anthony Marino and Renata; 28 great nieces and nephews and 29 great-great nieces and nephews. Her special loved ones include Armand Sperdutto, Pat Dirling, Peggy Crossey and Marlene Wargo. Pudge was truly loved by everyone who knew her. She grew up in Braddock and was a color guard in the marching band. She worked at the Five & Dime before starting her 38 year career at Westinghouse in Pittsburgh. She got her cosmetology license when she turned 50 "Just cause she wanted to". She raised and loved many pets from Guinea Pigs to Chihuahuas. "Baby Girl" will surely miss her best friend. She supported many charities, especially Animal Friends. She traveled our country with Becky in their decked-out motorhome. Pudge belonged to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church and was a Meals-on-Wheels lady. She was generous, patient, kind and loved her family, friends and neighbors. She especially loved and missed her mother "Granna" and was the best daughter a mom could have. Her dad christened her "Pudgy" at birth. The name stuck for 83 years. She was the matriarch of our family and each of us has a personal story and memory to remind us of just how remarkable our Aunt Pudge was. Friends will be received from 4-7 on Tuesday and 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday at 9:30 a.m. in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church. Interment to follow in Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Irwin, PA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Action for Animals. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
February 18, 2022 |
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Sandra A. Funk, 69, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, February 17, 2022 at Forbes Regional Hospital. She was born November 4, 1952 in Jeannette, a daughter of the late Paul and Margaret Vehec. Prior to her retirement, Sandra was a CNA. She enjoyed camping, going to casinos and playing slots, and was a member of Larimer Auxiliary and social member of Hartford Heights and St. Joe's Polish clubs. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Paul Vehec Jr. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Albert Funk; sons, Robert Judge Jr., Albert Funk Jr. (Peggy), Michael P. Funk (Jessica Boekly); brother, Frank Vehec; sisters, Cindy Downes, Andrea Moffa; grandchildren, Dante Funk, Kailani Funk, Alex, Nicholas, Ellington and Xavier Paulus.
February 16, 2022 |
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Winfield Melvin Motter, 81, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. He was born March 7, 1940 in McKeesport, a son of the late Winfield and Gertrude (Booth) Motter. Prior to his retirement, Winfield worked for US Steel and later delivered flowers for Gongaware and Parry Florist. He was a member of Circleville United Methodist Church and enjoyed hunting, fishing, working on cars especially his '74 Corvette. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Sharen (Carpenter) Motter; sons, Troy (Debbie), Jay (Jennifer); sisters, Elaine Alberts, JoAnne (Dave) Benedict; grandchildren, Casey Liberty, Shane and Jessie; two great-grandchildren, Jonathan and Rusty.
February 16, 2022 |
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