December 09, 2021 |
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Wanda R. Witt, age 90, of McKeesport, passed away on Wednesday, December 8, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. Born November 2, 1931, in Dunbar, PA, she was the daughter of the late George and Estella (Hagerman) Leapline and the wife of the late Cray Graydon Witt.
Wanda is survived by two wonderful daughters, Laura Van Meter and Arlene (Michael) George; grandchildren, Matthew (Jolena) Van Meter, Victoria (Jared) Van Meter, Andrew (Trish) Van Meter, Samantha George, and Adam George; great-grandchildren, Vanetta, Morgan, and Lucas.
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December 09, 2021 |
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James D. "Tex" Sopata, age 78, of Mt. Washington, died December 7, 2021, at home. Born June 24, 1943, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Joseph and Stella Sopata and husband of the late Cynthia (Venturini) Sopata.
James was a carpenter and owned his own construction company, James D. Sopata Construction. He had an affection for animals, especially horses, which he would ride and train. He also loved to plant tomatoes and go fishing. Always an athlete, he competed and was a member of the Polish Falcons Nest 8 in gymnastics. James attended college at New Mexico Western University. He held a scholarship in baseball and loved playing all sports. When his children began to play, he was by their side coaching their teams. He will forever be missed. In our hearts, he is riding horses in heaven with his wife.
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December 08, 2021 |
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Thomas E. "Pap" Peters, age 85, of White Oak, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2021. Born April 16, 1936, in Irwin, he was the son of the late Ward and Mary (Davis) Peters and beloved husband of the late Rosemarie Peters for 44 years before her passing in 2006.
Thomas was a 1955 graduate of Westinghouse Memorial High School in Wilmerding, served in the US Army from 1960 to 1964, and worked for the Westinghouse Corporation for over 40 years, first at the Air Brake in Wilmerding, then the Westinghouse Electric in East Pittsburgh and Trafford, and lastly at the nuclear division at Waltz Mill where he traveled extensively all over the United States and Europe.
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December 08, 2021 |
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Donald C. Thomson, age 79, of North Huntingdon, passed to Heaven on December 3, 2021. Born in Pittsburgh on January 29, 1942, he grew up on the North Side and was the son of the late Charles and Dolores (Miller) Thomson. Don was the husband of Carolyn (Volk) Thomson.
In addition to his wife, Don is survived by children Eric (Cheryl) Thomson and Ann (Mark) Tanis; grandchildren Sarah Thomson, Charlie Thomson, Rachel Tanis, and Abby Tanis; sisters Joan Seigworth and Lois Thomson; nephews David Volk and Michael Seigworth; and nieces Heidi (Steve) Stimple and Kristin (Damien) Cooney.
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December 02, 2021 |
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Gwendolyn Gay (Speelman) Lapsley age 81, of McKeesport, died December 1, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport. Born November 17, 1940, in Lippencott, she was the daughter of Joseph and Virginia (McMannes) Speelman and the wife of the late Alfred Robert Lapsley Jr.
Gay graduated from Masontown High School, then married the love of her life, Bob Lapsley from McKeesport. They were married 54 1/2 years until God took him home on January 5, 2013.
Gay retired in 2002 from Bombardier, formerly known as Westinghouse in West Mifflin, after 32 years. She previously worked for Penny's in Eastland. She was a member of St. Mark's Parish. Gay enjoyed crocheting and her word search puzzles.
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November 24, 2021 |
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Arthur Pletchy, age 69, of Duquesne, died November 17, 2021, at home. Born March 28, 1952, he was the son of the late Michael and Dorothy (Johnson) Pletchy.
Art retired from LP Aero Plastics and worked at the former Homestead Mill in his younger days. He was a collector of antiques and had his own booth set up at the Lincoln Hwy Hub. Art loved to listen to his oldies records and was very fond of cats.
Art is survived by his daughter, Deanna (Aaron) Smoker; grandsons, Anthony Pletchy and Dylan (Emily Brink) Patchin; former wife, Laura (John Spudic) Kauffman; mother-in-law, Jerry Kauffman; cousin, Michelle Coffman, and Mrs. Dottie Black, and her family.
Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Sunday, November 28, 2021, from 1 to 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. until the time of service at 7 p.m in the funeral home chapel.
Inurnment will be at a later date.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions are suggested to the White Oak Safe Haven at www.whiteoakanimalsafehaven.com.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
Chris Odasso, Supervisor.
November 22, 2021 |
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Esther W. Kost, age 94, of White Oak, died November 17, 2021, at AHN Forbes Hospital. Born April 21, 1927, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Clarence P. and Marguerite (Barr) Whitehead and the wife of the late Bert Edward Kost.
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November 16, 2021 |
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Sally Marie Richards, age 84, of McKeesport, died November 12, 2021, at Manorcare Health Services of Bethel Park. Born February 18, 1937, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Sophia (Kamyk) Nagy and the wife of the late William F. Richards.
Sally retired from Bombardier Transportation Company of West Mifflin. She was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, and was a Christian Mother at the former St. Mary Czestochowa Church. Sally was also a member of the Renzie Seniors. She enjoyed feeding her pet turtles and backyard wildlife, caring for her flowers, working ceramics, playing cards with her club, and traveling to the beach. Although, her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren.
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November 15, 2021 |
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Earl R. Hays, age 73, of Port Vue, died November 9, 2021, at home. Born June 9, 1948, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Alvin F. and Ruth P. (Gochnour) Hays.
Earl was a Green Beret in the U.S. Army and was a Veteran of the Vietnam War. He retired as a contractor with the U.S. Department of Energy. Earl was an avid golfer and always enjoyed time spent on the course with his brother Alvin. He was also a member of the NRA.
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November 12, 2021 |
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Eleanor Elizabeth "Betty" Cwiek, age 91, of McKeesport, died November 10, 2021, at home. Born December 11, 1929, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Martin Cwiek and Anna Zebrowski.
Betty received her Bachelor's Degree from Seton Hill University and then Duke University for her internship. She was a registered dietitian and head dietitian at Divine Providence Hospital. At the hospital, she always enjoyed her interactions with the Steelers players who were there for treatment.
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November 05, 2021 |
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Joseph John Zajdel, age 89, of McKeesport, died November 4, 2021, at St. Anne Home. Born December 28, 1931, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Antonio and Apolonia (Yerkey) Zajdel and husband of the late Annabelle Zajdel.
Joe, or Jozius as the family called him, proudly served in the U.S. Air Force from 1951-1977, earning the rank of Technical Sergeant. He was a member of the PNA Lodge #352, the 11th Ward Club, the Croatian Club in McKeesport, and Mary, Mother of God Parish. Joseph was an avid fisherman who spent summers at his fishing camp. He loved all sports, played on senior leagues, and always had a television tuned to a game. He traveled the world during his military career and in retirement.
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November 02, 2021 |
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Dennis Charles Cooper, 74, originally of Port Vue, passed away at his home in Myrtle Beach, SC, on October 27, 2021. He is survived by his mother, Normagee Cooper, of Port Vue; former wife and still best friend, Mary Ellen Cooper, of North Huntingdon; loving daughters, Tracey Maiolo (Vince), of Level Green, Melissa Cooper (Hitesh Soneji), of San Francisco, Carolyn Cooper, of Key West, and Dyanne Carpenter (Erik), of Stafford; grandchildren, Kirin and Kai Soneji and Sophia and Rose Carpenter, who were the absolute lights of his life.
He is preceded in death by his father, John Cooper, and sister, Sharon “Sissy” Cooper.
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October 28, 2021 |
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Cecelia Ann "Dolly" Downes, age 87, of Olathe, KS, formerly of White Oak, died October 25, 2021, at Villa St. Francis Catholic Care Center. Born October 4, 1934, in North Braddock, she was the daughter of the late Engelbert L. "Bert" and Cecelia J. (Visnansky) Onufer and the wife of the late John G. "Jack" Downes.
Dolly was a loving wife and mother that dedicated her life to caring for her family and providing support to others in the community. She was a Graduate of Divine Providence Academy Class of 1952 and attended the Earl Wheeler Modeling School from 1954 to 1955.
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October 26, 2021 |
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David Algeri, age 81, of Versailles, died October 23, 2021, at Transitions Health Care North Huntingdon. Born June 29, 1940, in Duquesne, he was the son of the late Albert and Elizabeth (Pucci) Algeri and husband of Joan (Boullion) Algeri.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, David (Debra) Algeri; three step-grandchildren, Lori, Gary, and Chris; a great-grandson, Bentley. David was also preceded in death by a sister, Loretta Algeri.
The services for David will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital at https://www.stjude.org/donate.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
Chris Odasso, Supervisor.
October 26, 2021 |
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Deborah L. Eagle, age 63, of McKeesport, died October 24, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born February 22, 1958, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Arthur Deemer, Dana "Dobie" Balog, and Patricia Balog and wife of Murrell Eagle.
Debbie loved going to the beach, especially Ocean City, with the whole family. After visiting Painting with a Twist, she found a new hobby in painting. She soon purchased painting supplies and enjoyed hanging her artwork around the house. Debbie looked forward to church and listening to K-Love around her home, but time spent with her grandchildren is what she cherished most.
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