June 17, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
John A. Swacus, 98, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, June 16, 2019. He was born April 19, 1921 in North Braddock. Son of the late and dear Mary and Andrew Swacus and father of the late Dr. J. Richard Swacus. John was a graduate of North Braddock (Scott) Schools and the University of Pittsburgh where he received his B.S. and M.E. degrees, and was a WWII veteran serving in the US Army. He was a member of the Pitt Basketball team 1940-1943 and a member of the Pitt University Letterman's Club. John was a recipient of Alumni of Distinction Award in 2005 by the Laurel Chapter Panther Club, University of Pittsburgh. Prior to his retirement, John was a teacher, coach, principal and assistant superintendent serving 37 years in the Franklin Regional School District. His 1951 basketball team won the WPIAL Championship. He was a founding member of St. Agnes Church of North Huntingdon, was active in the Boy Scouts of America and a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Irene Oriss Swacus; son, Dr. J. Richard Swacus; and brother, Paul Swacus. John will be terribly missed by all who knew him. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday at 10 a.m. in St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon. Interment in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, North Versailles. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
June 15, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Brendan A. McGowan, 18, of North Huntingdon, tragically passed away Thursday, June 13, 2019. He was born July 12, 2000, in Pittsburgh, the son of David and Darlene (Daugherty) McGowan. Brendan was a 2019 graduate of Greensburg Central Catholic High School where he was an honor student and a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church. Brendan planned to attend the University of Pittsburgh this fall. He was an all-around sportsman and especially enjoyed playing baseball for Greensburg Central Catholic, NCAA, PAL and various travel teams. He ran cross country and enjoyed music, gardening, deer hunting, fishing, riding bikes, snowboarding and spending time with his friends. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, David E. Daugherty and paternal grandparents, Judge Bernard J. McGowan and Mary Aileen McGowan, a beloved friend, and his pup Bailey. He is survived by his sister Kaitlynn McGowan, aunts Kathy (David) Fertal, Mary Ann (Tim) Senecal, uncles Brian J. McGowan and Kevin J. (Cassandre) McGowan, numerous cousins and friends and two canine companions Hannah and Nia. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. in Immaculate Conception Church, Irwin. Interment to follow in Irwin Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the McGowan Family for a future scholarship program. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
June 11, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Donald L. Critchlow, 89, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, June 10, 2019. He was born, November 25, 1929 in McKeesport, a son of the late Clifford and Margaret Critchlow. Prior to his retirement, Donald was the owner of Critchlow Heating and Plumbing. He was a member of the Lutheran Church of Our Saviour, former member of Norwin Lions Club and enjoyed traveling in his RV. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Anna M. Pommer Critchlow. He is survived by his children, Lee Critchlow and his wife, Patty, Linda Griffin and her husband, Larry, Mark Critchlow and his wife, Ruthann; grandchildren, Christopher, Elizabeth (Sean), Nathan, Jeremy, Jocelyn, Larry, Amanda (Chris), Iean; great-grandchildren, Gabriel, Genevieve, Sadie, Cody, Anna, Taylor, Smokey, Sean and Addison; brother, Ken (Marilyn) Critchlow; and life-long friend, Phyllis Gregory. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, on Wednesday from 4-8 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Thursday at 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment to follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Pittsburgh Children's Hospital. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
June 06, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Myles A. Bauman, 78, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, June 6, 2019. He was born February 8, 1941 in Gillette, Wyoming, son of the late Paul and Verna (Penkava) Bauman. Prior to his retirement, Myles was a mechanical engineer for Westinghouse Bettis. He enjoyed gardening and traveled all 50 states and internationally. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his step-grandson, Justin Roycroft; and brothers Richard and Francis Bauman. He is survived by his beloved wife and best friend of 25 years, Rose Marie Roycroft Bauman; stepson, Robert Roycroft and his wife, Gretchen; stepdaughter, Michele Garufi; step-grandchildren, Anthony and Shawn Garufi and Jason Roycroft. Per Myles wishes, there will be no public visitation. James W. Shirley Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
June 01, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Lois A. Teamann, 76, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, May 31, 2019 at her home. She was born April 27, 1943 in Braddock, a daughter of the late Ernest and Marcella (Bour) Reichert. Prior to her retirement, Lois was a registered nurse for Mercy Behavioral Health. She was a Third Order Carmelite and a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, North Huntingdon where she served as a Eucharistic Minister. She enjoyed walking her dog Padme, quilting and reading. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Robert Reichert; and sister, Marion Wargo. She is survived by her son, Shawn Teamann and his wife, Cheryl; daughter, Deborah Teamann; brother, Richard Reichert and his wife, Julie; and sister, Margaret Schockling. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church. Interment will follow in Immaculate Conception Cemetery. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
May 29, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Janet L. Pritts, age 61 of Irwin, died May 29, 2019 at Transitions Health Care, North Huntingdon. She was born May 19, 1958 in Philadelphia, Pa., a daughter of the late John and Janet Lee Butler Finerfrock. Janet enjoyed cooking, decorating her home, walks in the woods, nature and spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by one sister, Kathy Butler. She is survived by her beloved husband, James Pritts, three daughters, Janine Pritts, Jodi Pritts, Jamie Cornell (Chris), one brother, James Finerfrock, one sister, Karen Johnson (Willis) grandchildren, Brian, Bradley,Brittany, Alana Fidei, Andrew Boardman, Krista and Brodi Cornell. A memorial service will be held by her family at a future date. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
May 27, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Lance A. Hall, age 74 of North Huntingdon died Monday, May 27, 2019 at Forbes Regional Hospital. He was born June 5, 1944 in Pittsburgh, Pa, a son of the late Ralph E. and Mary Cuddy Hall. Prior to his retirement, Lance was employed as a carpenter and also as an assistant produce manager for Foodland. After retirement he was employed by Kohl's stock department. He was preceded in death by his son-in-law, Dennis Harkins. He is survived by his beloved wife Janice Rietzel Hall, one daughter, Lana Harkins and one grandson Joshua Hall. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Tues 4-7 p.m. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
May 25, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Mark "Lizard" Leseman, age 64 of Irwin died May 24, 2019 at his home. He was born March 14, 1955 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Walter and Lorraine Sinclair Leseman. Mark was a car mechanic. He was preceded in death by his sister, RaeAnn Leseman, brother Thomas. He is survived by his daughter, Ashley, 2 grandchildren, two brothers, Walter Jr (Nancy), Charles (Roni); sister, Christine Leseman Skelly. Visitation Saturday, June 1, 2019 from 11 a.m -12 p.m. with a memorial service to follow at noon in the funeral home chapel. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the family. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
May 24, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Dolores B. Conley, 90, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, May 24, 2019 at Redstone Highlands, Greensburg. She was born July 15, 1928 in Wilkinsburg, a daughter of the late Marjo and Jane (Fedon) Baney. Dolores was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church and a graduate of Chatham Women's College. She enjoyed golfing, traveling, attending theatre's and playing cards. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Duane C. Conley; and brother, Louis Baney. She is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Tuesday from 3-7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, North Huntingdon. Interment to follow in Restland Memorial Cemetery, Monroeville. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
May 23, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Dorothy Tylavsky, 89, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at Walden's View, North Huntingdon. She was born August 23, 1929 in North Braddock, a daughter of the late Ray and Helen Dedo Miller. Dorothy was a member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Irwin and enjoyed shopping for clothes and visiting casinos. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Lester N. Tylavsky; and brother, Raymond Miller. She is survived by her sister, Beatrice Simon and her husband, Albert; and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Friday from 3-7 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Saturday at 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Entombment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Westmoreland County Humane Society. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
May 21, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Mary R. Hollibaugh, 73, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, May 20, 2019 at Excela Health Westmoreland. She was born September 19, 1945 in East McKeesport, a daughter of the late Charles and Ester Aker Kline. Prior to her retirement, Mary was a secretary for Briarcliff Personal Care Home and later worked for Giant Eagle. She enjoyed baking, gardening and canning. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Patricia Clugsten and Nancy O'Bryon. She is survived by her husband, Louis A. Hollibaugh; daughters, Elizabeth Cole and her husband, Donald, Janet Pampus and her husband, Chad; brothers, Chuck (Phyllis) Kline, James Kline; and grandchildren, Jake (Jennifer) Cole, Courtney Cole, and Kendra Pampus. Family and Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com. Memorials may be made to the White Oak Animal Shelter.
May 21, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Robert C. Miller, 80, of Coulter, passed away Monday, May 20, 2019 at his home. He was born November 19, 1938 in Coulter, a son of the late Robert F. and Martha (Boullion) Miller. Prior to his retirement, Robert was a boiler maker for US Steel. He was an avid outdoorsman, and enjoyed shooting trap at Shaner, hunting and fishing. He is survived by his sons, Dennis Miller and his wife, Jill, Dale Miller, Duane Miller and his wife, Victoria; grandchildren, Katelynn (Dillon), Madison, Meagan, Riley, Natalie, Melissa and Jessica; and great-grandchildren, Arianna, Gavin and Gabriel. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Thursday at 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment in South Versailles Cemetery, Coulter, Pa. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
May 18, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
It is with great sadness that the family of Richard Stewart Mauger announces his passing at his home in Forward Twp. after a long illness on May 18, 2019 at the age of 78 years. Richard was born in Coulter, Pa., June 29, 1940 to Julius and Katherine Dickson Mauger. Richard will be remembered by his wife of 53 years, Myrtle Zeh Mauger; and his children, Kathleen (Vince) Oddo, Jennifer (Jason) Meskanick; son, James Mauger; and daughter-in-law, Diane Tatrai Mauger. Richard will be fondly remembered by his four grandchildren, Heather, Shannon (Kris), Vinny, Emma; and great-grandchild, Camden; sisters-in-law, Emma (Earl) Stiffey, Shirley (Hank) Chapman; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Robert (Olive) Mauger and parents. He was a member of Blyth Lodge #593 of West Newton and Tall Cedars Al-O-Mon Forest No. 138. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 2-8 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. Blythe Lodge No. 593 service will take place at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Reflections of Grace Foundation to promote pediatric brain tumor research and support at www.reflections of grace.org. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
May 17, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
John Raymond Voron, 58, of North Huntingdon, passed away in his sleep Thursday, May 16, 2019. He was born May 18, 1960 in Alexandria, VA, a son of the late John Thomas Voron and late Nancy M. Foley Voron. John was a graduate of Westmoreland Community College and Norwin High School. John served in the US Navy; surviving brothers, Mark T., Vincent J. (Salima), and Nicholas A. (Mary), daughter, Nicole Paulovich (Darrin), and granddaughter, Peyton Paulovich. A Byzantine Catholic funeral service will be held at James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, on Saturday May 18, 2019 at 10:30 am. Interment to follow at Long Run Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to St. Stephen’s Byzantine Catholic Church. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
May 17, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Hazel Coberly, 76 of McKeesport died, May 15, 2019 at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. She was born July 6, 1942 in North Huntingdon, a daughter of the late Frank and Stella Pedro Stepansky. Hazel loved spending time with her family and treasured her time with her grandson.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Scott Coberly, one brother, Joseph Stepansky, two sisters, JoAnn Piovesan, Eleanor Kimling. She is survived by her daughters, Kimberly A and Patricia L. Coberly, Pamela S. Guyer and her husband, Robb, Tiffany J. Coberly, grandson, Ethan Guyer, two sisters, Frances Paolitto, Marcella Pesker, numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon Tuesday 10-1 pm. with a service following at 1 p.m in the funeral home chapel. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery, North Versailles. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to her family. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
