January 06, 2022 |
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Rebecca Kofile, age 59, of Flower Mound, TX, died December 29, 2021, at home. Born October 24, 1962, in Uniontown, PA, she was the daughter of the late Charles Provance and Betty (Leisure) Provance and the wife of Frank Kofile.
Rebecca is survived by her son, Joshua Kofile, and brothers, Melvin and Frank Provance; also nieces and nephews.
In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her brother, Charles Provance, and sister, Mary McCallister.
Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Friday, January 7, 2022, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m.
Private burial will be in Fairview cemetery.
Supervisor, Chris Odasso
January 06, 2022 |
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Ruth N. Massung, age 84, of White Oak, died January 3, 2022, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born March 14, 1937, in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Thelma (Kim) Haberland and the loving wife of Patrick Massung for 44 years. Ruth loved to cook, and baking was her specialty. She had many recipes and was always trying something new for her family to taste. She also enjoyed her garden and tending to plants around the home. Above all, she was a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother.
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December 30, 2021 |
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Kelly A. (Carroll) Moffitt, age 50, of McKeesport, died December 29, 2021, at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital. Born August 18, 1971, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of George and Linda (Squire) Carroll.
Kelly was a 1989 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School. Growing up, she enjoyed time spent with family camping in Ligonier. She was always at her son's sporting events, cheering them on and supporting them. Once she became a grandmother, she would spend time watching and bonding with them in her home.
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December 29, 2021 |
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Richard P. Sobek, age 73, of White Oak, died December 28, 2021, at home. Born January 10, 1948, in North Versailles, he was the son of the late John and Anna (Zayc) Sobek.
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December 28, 2021 |
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Theodore J. Kampert, age 67, of McKeesport, died December 28, 2021, at home. Born September 19, 1954, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Joseph and Edith (Pickell) Kampert. Theodore was a Veteran and served with the Marines. He worked for Murphy's in the warehouse, U.S Steel Duquesne Works, and the McKeesport School District. He always enjoyed going to Pirate games with his brother at Three Rivers Stadium and PNC Park.
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December 23, 2021 |
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Mary J. Zoller, age 85, of Port Vue, died December 22, 2021, at AHN Jefferson Hospital. Born May 21, 1936, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late John and Nina (Ginardi) Sainato.
She is survived by children, Zoe (Arthur) Pero and Julius (Sarah Peck) Zoller; grandchildren, Timothy Minkus and Derek (Mary Beth) Pero; great-grandchildren, Makenzie Minkus, Marrisa Minkus, Derek Pero, Jr., and Stephanie Pero; sisters-in-law, Amy Sinot and Catherine Sinot. She was also preceded in death by brothers, Anthony, Thomas, Samuel, and Nick Sinot, and a nephew, John Sinot.
Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Thursday, December 30, 2021, from 2 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 4 p.m. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
Chris Odasso, Supervisor
December 23, 2021 |
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Carol Ann Thomas, age 73, of North Versailles, died December 22, 2021, at Jefferson Hills Rehabilitation and Wellness Center. Born March 30, 1948, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late William Betz, Sr., and Agnes Betz and loving wife of Peter Thomas for 46 years.
Carol earned her Bachelor of Science in Education from the California University of Pennsylvania and then her Master's Degree from Penn State University. Carol would become a teacher at the former Central Catholic School on Versailles Avenue in McKeesport and then at Allegheny Intermediate Unit teaching disabled students. She enjoyed traveling with her husband, visiting Wildwood for 26 years every end of August, where they would enjoy walking on the boardwalk and loafing on the beach. They also traveled out west in a motor home, visiting 17 states. While on their trip out west, they took in the sites of the Cheyenne Rodeo. Carol was skilled with her hands knitting and creating beautiful crafts year-round. She also enjoyed baking nut rolls, lady locks, and other cookies, especially around the holidays.
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December 16, 2021 |
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Patricia Ann Boboth, age 58, of Glassport, passed away December 14, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born November 6, 1963, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of Albert and Mary Sue (Domer) Boboth of Davenport, IA.
Patty graduated from Serra Catholic High School and Penn State University. She worked at the Whale’s Tale Shelter for Homeless Youth in Pittsburgh. Later, she worked at the UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital in Pittsburgh.
In addition to her parents, Patty is survived by siblings, Cindy (Paul) Boboth of Port Vue, PA, Paul Boboth of Davenport, IA, and Elaine (Mike) Moeller of Davenport, IA; nephew, Mason, and niece, Bella Moeller of Davenport, IA.
A private family viewing will take place at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory as per Patty's wishes. Interment at Round Hill Cemetery. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com
Chris Odasso, Supervisor
December 15, 2021 |
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Andrew Paul "Rocky" Dudik, age 87, of Port Vue, died December 13, 2021, at Havencrest Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. Born July 8, 1934, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Michael and Julia (Vojnik) Dudik and the loving husband of Louise (Nichols) Dudik for 64 years.
Rocky was a cabinet maker in McKeesport and honed his craft over many years. The skills he learned while cabinet making also led him to work on and refinish antiques. He took pride in his yard and garden tending to flowers, the Japanese Maple Tree, and planting grass plugs throughout the yard to keep it beautiful.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Amy (Anthony) Ganzak; grandchildren, Amber Ondrey, Ashley Ondrey, and Andrew Ondrey; great-grandchildren, Noah and Addison; a brother, William "Bill" Dudik, and nieces, and nephews.
He was also preceded in death by a son, Andrew "Drew" Dudik; siblings, Anna Parler, Margaret Stoffer, Bette Connors, Michael Dudik, Joseph Dudik, John Dudik, and his beloved dog Hershey.
Arrangements were entrusted to Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
Chris Odasso, Supervisor.
December 13, 2021 |
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Rosetta "Rae" Zurovcik, age 97, of Port Vue, died December 11, 2021, at Halcyon Senior Living. Born April 19, 1924, in London, England, she was the daughter of the late William Henry and Mary Anne (Hewson) Brewer and the wife of the late Joseph S. Zurovcik for 63 blessed years.
Rae retired from South Allegheny School District as a cafeteria worker. She was a South Allegheny Band Parent and a Port Vue Legionettes drill instructor, American Legion Post 447.
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December 10, 2021 |
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Richard "Daddy Cash" Smith, age 95, of Forest Hills, died December 8, 2021, at Forbes. Born September 30, 1926, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Lawrence Herbert and Hazel Smith and the husband of the late Marion (Morris) Smith.
Richard retired from the Aiken Ave Meat Market, where he was part owner. He previously worked for Banker Litho-Graphics printing checks. Richard was a United States Army Veteran. He was a member of the First Evangelical Free Church in McKeesport. Richard played the trombone professionally and was named the "Jazz-man of Pittsburgh."
He is survived by his son, Greg (Sandy) Smith of White Oak, three grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents and wife, he was also preceded in death by his siblings, Rex, Marge, and Hebert Smith.
Funeral services were private. There will be a memorial gathering to attend at a later date.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
Supervisor, Chris Odasso
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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