September 13, 2022 |
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Patricia H. Babcock, age 88, of White Oak, died September 12, 2022, at UPMC East Hospital of Monroeville. Born December 27, 1933, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Alex and Mary (Buckiso) Petach and the wife of Robert E. Babcock.
Patricia worked throughout her life as a nurse retiring from Jeannette District Memorial Hospital, mostly working at Magee Womens Hospital where she was an accomplished Nursing Director for many years. She was a member of The St. Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church of McKeesport. Patricia was also a member of the Pittsburgh Literacy Council and was a board member for many nursing organizations.
She enjoyed traveling, spending time with her family, cooking, and participating in church events throughout her lifetime.
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September 10, 2022 |
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On September 2, 2022, God called Home his faithful servant and son, John Joseph “Jack” Rahaw, 87, of Manassas, VA. Born October 11, 1934, in East Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late John and Ann (Salatney) Rahaw and the husband of the late Genevieve Michelle (Yasofsky) Rahaw for more than 50 years.
Jack retired from Georator Corporation after 35 years as an electrical engineer, during which time he helped develop the electrical grid for the country of Bahrain. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army, serving six years in both the United States and (West) Germany as a field artilleryman in the 3rd Infantry Division. Jack was also an alumnus of Carnegie Mellon University. Jack will forever be remembered for his unending generosity, his complete and total faith in God, his kind and loving nature and his gift of extreme intelligence. He will be sorely missed by all who were blessed to have known him.
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September 09, 2022 |
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Barbara A. Balint, age 81, of McKeesport, died September 8, 2022, at home. Born May 14, 1941, in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Veronica (Waldo) Polanowski and the wife of the late Raymond A. Balint for 58 years.
Barbara worked at Bell Telephone Company as a keypunch operator until she started her family. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, St. Angela Merici Church. She enjoyed attending bingo, although her greatest joy was the time she spent with her family.
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September 09, 2022 |
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E. Richard Kolesar, age 90, of East McKeesport, died September 4, 2022, at UPMC Shadyside Hospital. Born June 25, 1932, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Michael and Susan (Hudak) Kolesar and husband of the late Rita Yvonne Kolesar for over 55 years.
Richard retired from Southwestern Pennsylvania Regional Planning Commission (now the Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission) as a Senior Traffic Engineer. He served in the United States Army during periods of the Korean and Vietnam wars, in both active and reserve status, with recognition of the National Defense Service Medal. Richard's military rank was First Lieutenant in the Field Artillery Branch. Throughout his life, he lived Army Strong and was a Soldier for Life. Richard was a McKeesport High School graduate and earned a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Duquesne University, graduating in 1954. He was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish. In his free time, Richard enjoyed reading and collecting books, especially on the subject of history. He enjoyed animals, wildlife, hiking, and the mountains. His family finds peace in knowing he is now reunited with his beloved wife, Rita, and his savior Jesus Christ.
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September 07, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Dolores M. Yutzy, age 86, of McKeesport, died September 6, 2022, at home. Born March 1, 1936, in Glassport, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Marie (Horn) Willard and the wife of the late Rev. Ray A. Yutzy.
Dolores retired from H.L. Green and was a member of the United Christian Temple of Uniontown, PA. Dolores took great pride and loved caring for all of her grandchildren. As of late, she enjoyed watching the Hallmark Channel and Game Show Network.
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September 06, 2022 |
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Stella N. Sotereanos, age 86, of McKeesport, died September 4, 2022, at UPMC Passavant. Born October 20, 1935, in Rhodes, Greece, she was the daughter of the late Nicholas and Paraskevi (Papaconstantiniou) Katsakis.
Stella retired from the former Grandview Saloon of Mt. Washington, where she was the manager for over 20 years. She was a member of Annunciation of the Theotokos Greek Orthodox Church of White Oak. Stella was also a proud member of the Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, and entertaining.
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September 03, 2022 |
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Norma R. Frattaroli, age 81, of White Oak, died September 1, 2022, at home. Born August 2, 1941, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Robert Frattaroli and Michael and Velma (Green) Stefanko.
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September 01, 2022 |
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Marlene Joyce Gorscak, age 76, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2022, surrounded by loved ones. Born April 9, 1946, in Braddock, she was the daughter of the late John D. and Ellen (Gilmore) Kyle. Beloved wife of the late Andrew Gorscak.
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August 31, 2022 |
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Betty Lou Stone, age 73, of Natrona Heights, formerly of the Fawcett Plan in McKeesport, died August 30, 2022, at home. Born January 30, 1949, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Vincent Palmer Jr. and Elizabeth (Campbell) Palmer and wife of the late William N. Stone. She is survived by her loving partner John Ruffing. Betty Lou was a member of the First Christian Church of McKeesport. She was a world traveler, visiting six different continents with her sites set on Antarctica until Covid happened.
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August 27, 2022 |
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Donald L. "Mickey" Fry age 78, of McKeesport, died August 25, 2022, peacefully at home. Born November 17, 1943, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Jack Fry and Alice (Cowan) Minyon and the husband of Judie (Anderson) Fry for 54 years.
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August 22, 2022 |
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John F. "Fangs" Farally, Sr., age 56, of Pitcairn, died August 18, 2022, at AHN Forbes Hospital. Born January 7, 1966, in Braddock, he was the son of the late Henry A. Farally Sr. and Dorothy Jean (Moore) Farally.
Fangs was raised in Rankin, Hawkins Village, and attended Howard St. High School. He worked for the Union Railroad and then Flagger Force. Emergency services were a family tradition and ran deep within Fang's blood. He was a Volunteer Fireman with Citizen's Hose Co. #1 of Glassport - Station 161 and lived for it. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and especially sitting around a campfire, sharing stories with his family. John was a loving and compassionate man who was always willing to help anyone in need.
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August 19, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Audrey Ann Orr, age 88, of Greensburg, died August 12, 2022, at home. Born June 12, 1934, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Leo and Helen (Scott) Indyk and wife of the late Thomas Clark McKee and William Breckenridge Orr.
Audrey worked as a dietitian with Mercy Hospital for over 30 years. She was a member of the Fox Chapel Golf Club and the Pittsburgh Athletic Association. She loved art and enjoyed traveling to Florida with her late husband, Bill.
Audrey is survived by a daughter, Renee (Scott) Logan; grandchildren, Dane Travis (Callen) Logan and Chase Alan Logan.
She was also preceded in death by siblings, Leo Indyk, Jr., Robert "Tinny" Indyk, and Rosemarie Indyk.
Arrangements were entrusted to Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
Chris Odasso, Supervisor
August 10, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Margaret Traynor, age 97, of White Oak, died August 9, 2022, at AHN Forbes Hospital. Born March 30, 1925, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Elizabeth (Kohlar) Biros and wife of the late Joseph Traynor.
Margaret enjoyed going to Polka. She was meticulous and proud to keep a tidy home where she could spend time with her loving grandchildren.
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August 10, 2022 |
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Mark J. Cooper, age 70, of Elizabeth Twp., died peacefully in his home on August 8, 2022. Born October 4, 1951, in Johnstown, he was the son of the late Donald and Jane (Hamer) Cooper, and is survived by his loving sister, Amy Cooper.
Mark was one of the kindest and wisest people his family and friends had the privilege of knowing. He would also insist “funniest,” but those who knew him would debate that point. Even in casual conversation he exhibited such an enjoyable intelligence that those little chats are what we treasure - want to know about the history of an obscure building in Erie, Pennsylvania? Not only would Mark know the history, his eyes would dance at the opportunity to share that information.
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August 10, 2022 |
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Mary Joyce "Snookie" Catania, age 84, of White Oak, died August 8, 2022, at UPMC McKeesport. Born May 23, 1938, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late John and Anna (Minyon) Sestile.
Mary Joyce was an avid listener of the music of the 50's and loved to dance.
She is survived by a son, Nick (Sarah) Trbovic; grandchildren, Elena and Elias Trbovic; a brother, John Sestile, and many nieces and nephews.
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