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Dolores J. "Dolly" Gall

October 22, 2021 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Dolores J. "Dolly" Gall, age 75, of McKeesport, died October 20, 2021, at Kane Community Living Center. Born January 15, 1946, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Olive (Maines) Miller and the wife of the late Stephen Robert "Bink" Gall, Jr.
Dolly retired from Walmart Inc., where she worked in the customer service department with over 20 years of service. She was a former member of the Highland Grove United Methodist Church. Dolly enjoyed attending bingo, visiting the casino, playing cards with friends, and having lunch, ending with a trip to the flea market. Although, her greatest joy was the time she spent with her grandchildren.

 
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Joseph S. Vrabel

October 19, 2021 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Joseph S. Vrabel, age 74, of White Oak, died October 14, 2021, at Walden's View of North Huntingdon.  Born February 13, 1947, in Homestead, he was the son of the late Frank and Anna (Banyas) Vrabel and beloved husband of the late Helen (Stricko) Vrabel.  
Joseph graduated from Munhall High School in 1965. He served in the Navy during the Vietnam War as a radio operator on the U.S.S. McCaffery. Joseph retired from U.S. Steel as an electrician with over 30 years of service. Joe was a Volunteer Fire Fighter with Whitaker V.F.C. #298 and became a lifetime member with Rainbow V.F.C. He was a proud member of the N.R.A. As an avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting turkey and deer. Joe loved dancing to the oldies, running, and biking.
Joseph is survived by a son, David (Eliana) Vrabel; step-son, Tom (Kelley) Tomko; sisters, Diane Vrabel, Darlene (the late John) Turner, and Patricia (the late Andrew) Swabsky; niece and goddaughter, Kim Swabsky; daughter-in-law, Christine Vrabel.  He is also survived by eight grandchildren, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
He was also preceded in death by a son, Joseph J. Vrabel; sisters, Nancy (Raymond) Vincevich and Eleanor (George) Balta; brother, Francis (Dorothy) Vrabel.

 
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Tina M. Anderson

October 15, 2021 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Tina M. Anderson, age 61, of McKeesport, died October 12, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport. Born January 30, 1960, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Gilbert and Dorothy (Campbell) Neish and the wife of Jack L. Anderson, Jr.
She was a loving wife and mother, always there when needed. Her greatest joy and the light of her life was caring for her granddaughters. Tina retired from Forbes Hospital, where she was a secretary.
In addition to her husband, Tina is survived by her sons, Jason Anderson of Dravosburg, and Kris (Caitlin McKelvey) Anderson of Peters Township; granddaughters, Savia and Rylee; nieces and nephews; beloved pet dog, "Jake."

 
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Albert DiBattista

October 11, 2021 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Albert DiBattista, age 91 of McKeesport, passed away on Saturday, October 9, 2021, at home with his family. Born January 24, 1930, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Antoinette and Vincenzo DiBattista. He was employed by Tygart Industries and retired from McKeesport Housing Authority.  He was a member of the Boston Vets. In his spare time, he enjoyed boating, woodworking, and going out socializing and dancing with his dear companion of 25 years, Helen Gray.  He loved spending time with his family. His proudest accomplishment was his four children and all of his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and their families.

 
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Patricia L. Highberger

October 08, 2021 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Patricia L. Highberger, age 79, of White Oak, died October 6, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport. Born July 10, 1942, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Mary (Karnas) Mularski and the wife of the late Jay C. "Punk" Highberger.
Pat retired from McKeesport Hospital, where she worked as a switchboard operator. She was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, and attended Corpus Christi Church. Pat was also a member of the North Versailles Senior Place. She enjoyed cooking and attending bingo.

 
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Vincent A. Maizer, Jr

October 08, 2021 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Vincent A. Maizer, Jr., age 77, of White Oak, formerly of McKeesport, died October 7. 2021, at UPMC McKeesport. Born October 28, 1943, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Vincent A. Sr. and Mary Louise (Miller) Mazier and the husband of Frances (Stibrik) Maizer.
Vince retired from US Steel, National Tube Works, where he was a pipe inspector. Afterward, he worked for J.C. Penney Co., in the maintenance department and, Giant Eagle, in the produce department. He was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish. Vince was also a member of the PNA #352 and 11th Ward Club. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and the outdoors.

 
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Raymond "Slats" E. Weigand, Jr

October 05, 2021 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Raymond "Slats" E. Weigand, Jr., age 100, of Liberty Borough, died October 4, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital.  Born August 25, 1921, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Raymond E. Weigand, Sr. and Anne (Weller) Weigand and husband of the late Christine Weigand.

Raymond was a World War II Navy Veteran and served aboard the USS Alabama, working his way through the ranks to gunner's mate second class and always looked forward to reunions with Veterans from his ship.  He was awarded the Ushakov Medal from the Russian Government due to having served during Allied missions in the Arctic Circle in the early 1940s.  Raymond worked as a Dairyman with Menzie Dairy, then Turner Dairy Farm.  He was the Boy Scout Troop 53 leader for 35 years and enjoyed all scout activities and traveling with the Scouts to Europe.  Ray was a member of Teamsters Local 205.  He loved time spent with his grandchildren and smoking cigars.

 
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Anna S. Kuk

October 04, 2021 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Anna S. Kuk, age 94, of Port Vue, died September 29, 2021, at home surrounded by her loving family.  Born May 29, 1927, in Glassport, she was the daughter of the late Zygmunt and Leokadya (Gniazdowski) Ruszkoski and wife of the late Edward J. Kuk. Anna was a member of the Sodality of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Saints Joachim and Anne Parish, and the Polish National Alliance 750 in Glassport.  She loved jigsaw puzzles and sewing.  When her five daughters were younger, she would sew them dresses.  She was well known for the delicious cookies she baked for different family functions.

 
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Greta Lynn Goss

October 04, 2021 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Greta Lynn Goss, age 50, of White Oak, died October 1, 2021, at home. Born March 8, 1971, in Key West, FL, she was the daughter of Gary and Anita (Maksin) Dahmen of White Oak and the wife of Robert "Jason" Goss.

Greta loved nature, animals, and caring for her family. Greta leaves behind her beloved and loyal dog, Andrew, and her feline friends, Tuck, Hannah, and Pixie. She especially enjoyed "birding" with her husband and cherished the time they shared.

 
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Shirley L. Johnston

September 30, 2021 |

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Shirley L. Johnston, age 95, of Monroeville, died September 29, 2021, at home.  Born October 29, 1925, in Corning, NY, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Margaret (Niskosky) Sophia and wife of the late Edward E. Johnston.  
Shirley began her career at Westinghouse and then would retire from the McKeesport School District in the Administration Office.  When she was younger, she played the piano, organ and was a soloist at Christian Life Church in Trafford.  Shirley adored her grandchildren and loved to play Uno and Scrabble with them.

 
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Gloria B. Sollosi

September 30, 2021 |

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Gloria B. Sollosi, of McKeesport, died September 28th, 2021, at home. Born November 15, 1936, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Florence (Kakas) DiPerna. She was the wife of Michael T. Sollosi and they were married for 66 years.
Gloria was a graduate of St. Peter High School in McKeesport. She worked for over 30 years in the admissions department of McKeesport Hospital. She was a member of the former Holy Trinity Church, and Mary, Mother of God Parish, Gloria was active in the Confraternity of Christian Mothers and The Ladies of Charity. She enjoyed bingo, casinos, baking, crocheting, sewing, helping her granddaughter Angie with her ancestry tree, and loved collecting Pandas.

 
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Jean C. Tapocik

September 29, 2021 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Jean C. Tapocik, 88, of Michigan City, IN, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 23, 2021.

She was born July 1, 1933, in McKeesport, PA, to the late Vincent and Kathryn (Fowler) Clayton. On May 18, 1957, she married the love of her life, her high school sweetheart, John Tapocik, who preceded her in death on May 21, 2018.

 
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Dorothy J. Bishop

September 27, 2021 |

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Dorothy J. Bishop, age 88, of White Oak, died September 24, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport. Born August 13, 1933, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Blanche (Olszewski) Wise and the wife of the late Martin "Marty" Bishop, Jr., for 50 years.

She was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, where she was a Christian Mother. She was a graduate of Westinghouse High School. In her early years, she worked as a secretary at Westinghouse Electric of East Pittsburgh. Dorothy also worked at the former White Oak Marraccini's and the former Golden Rule. She enjoyed going for walks around her neighborhood and was a very loving and caring person.

Dorothy is survived by her son, Donald Bishop of Irwin; sister Dolores Mols of McKeesport; also many nieces and nephews.

 
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David J. Suncine

September 27, 2021 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

David J. Suncine, age 78, of White Oak, died September 22, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital.  Born September 7, 1943, he was the son of the late Peter and Margaret (Stotler) Suncine Serdy and husband of Margaret (Pallagi) Suncine. 

David was a mechanic most of his life took pride in his work.  He always loved being in the garage, whether it was restoring old cars, working on his 1964 Ford Ranchero, or going to local car cruises.

 
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Marcia E. (Kish) Lombardo

September 22, 2021 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Marcia E. Lombardo, age 68, of Port Vue, died September 22, 2021, at AHN Forbes Hospital.  Born October 24, 1952, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Helen (Yaga) Kish and the beloved wife of Greg Lombardo.  
Marcia worked for many years at the Palace Inn and then for Stratwood Catering.  She loved going to the beach, especially yearly trips to Ocean City and walking along the boardwalk.  She also enjoyed trying her luck at the Rivers and Meadows Casino.  Her time spent with her grandchildren was what she cherished most.

 
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