February 21, 2017 |
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Margaret L. Babyak, age 91, of White Oak died on February 20, 2017 at John J. Kane Regional Center. Born August 14, 1925 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late John and Ann (Junecko) Haynick and the wife of the late Michael Babyak. Margaret was a member of St. Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church and the Holy Name Society. She was also a member of AARP 2911. She loved trips to the mountains, long drives and traveling. Her greatest passion was sharing recipes from one of her many cooking books. Margaret is survived by her children, Michael A. (Jenny) Babyak of Somerset and Joyce A. (Alan) Goebel of McKeesport; grandchildren, Michele Babyak and Lynette (John) Schuetz of White Oak; great grandchildren Tyler and Brandon Schuetz; brothers, Ernest (Rose) Haynick of Ft. Lauderdale, Fl and Thomas (Helen Mundy) Haynick of Lewistown, PA; her loyal grand dogs, Shelby and Cooper; many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Margaret is preceded in death by her brother Robert Haynick. Family and friends will be received at the Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Thursday, February 23, 2017 from 2 p.m. until the time of Parastas service at 4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. A funeral mass will be on Friday, February 24, 2017 at 12:30 p.m. at St. Nicholas Byzantine Church. Father Donald Voss will officiate. Entombment will be in Calvary Cemetery, Port Vue.
February 21, 2017 |
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William “Hawk” Everett, age 86 of McKeesport, died February 20, 2017 at William Penn Care Center. Born November 25, 1930 in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Edward and Margaret (Jester) Everett and husband of the late Audrey Everett. He is survived by his daughter Lisa (Bill) Traczynski; grandchildren, Laura, Bailey, and Matthew Traczynski; sister, Marlyn Easterly; nephew, George Easterly, Jr. and niece, Jan Mueller. Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Sunday, February 26, 2017 from 12-4 and 6-8 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Monday, February 27, 2017 at 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial will follow at Richland Cemetery. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com
February 20, 2017 |
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June D. Kastronis, 70, of McKeesport, died Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017, at UPMC Shadyside. Born July 28, 1946, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Walter and June (Ravenscroft) Forsythe, and the wife of Christopher T. Kastronis, of McKeesport. June worked as a hair dresser in the West Mifflin area until retirement. She was a member of the White Oak American Legion Post 701, Punxsutawney Eagles, Moose Lodge 954 and the Wallston Club in Punxsutawney. She had a passion for going fishing and will always be remembered by her family as the best cook ever. June especially loved her grandchildren and will always be watching over their activities and events. In addition to her husband, June is survived by children, Christopher T. (Amy) Kastronis Jr., of North Huntingdon, Daniel (Melissa) Kastronis, of Elizabeth, and Jarett Kastronis, of McKeesport; grandchildren, Genna, Conan and Chloe; sister, Marjorie (Tex) McIntyre, of Carnegie; brother, Richard Forsythe, of Colorado Springs, Colo.; and many nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by siblings, Walter, Mabel and her twin, James Forsythe. Family and friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2017, and from 2 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23, 2017, at JAYCOX-JAWORSKI FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY. A service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Charles Owston officiating. Burial will follow in McKeesport & Versailles Cemetery. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
February 20, 2017 |
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Frank L. Szczerba, Sr., age 86, of Elizabeth, died February 18, 2017, at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. Born June 26, 1930, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Lawrence J. and Aniela (Majkut) Szczerba. Frank was a retired self-employed excavator and in his early years he was owner operator of Mon-Yough Paving Co. He was a member of Corpus Christi Church. Frank enjoyed hunting and Pittsburgh Steelers football. Frank’s true passion was working the fields of his family farm and he loved spending time with his family. He is survived by children, Frank L. (Thoris) Szczerba, Jr. of Belle Vernon, George C. (Barbara) Szczerba of Belle Vernon, Lory (James) Worthington of Belle Vernon, Gary J. (Lisa) Szczerba of Sutersville and Karen (Raymond) Ott of Belle Vernon; step-children, Jake (Deborah) Warren of Mt. Lebanon and Judy Mann of Dublin, VA; 11 grandchildren; 5 step-grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; also survived by many nieces and nephews. In addition to his mother and father, Frank was also preceded in death by his first wife Virginia (Posashtiuk) Szczerba and second wife Dorothy Jean (Kakazys) Szczerba; siblings, Mary Robertson, Anne Szczerba, Stella Husok, Joseph, John and Edward Szczerba. Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home and Crematory on Tuesday, February 21, 2017, from 2 – 4 p.m. and 7 – 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Corpus Christi Church on Wednesday, February 22, 2017, 10 a.m. Fr. Donald Breier will be the celebrant. A Committal service will follow in St. Mary Polish Cemetery. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com
February 17, 2017 |
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Patricia M. "Patty" Moss, age 63 of Elizabeth Twp., passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Wednesday, February 15, 2017. Born December 19, 1953 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Chester and Sylvia (Cegelski) Skibinski, and loving wife of the late John S. Moss. Patty was the Vice President and Manager for PNC Bank in McKeesport for 33 years, where she was a friendly and familiar face to all of those in the community. In her free time, she enjoyed taking trips to the casino, going to craft shows, playing bingo and visiting Deep Creek Lake. Most importantly, she loved the time that was spent with her children and grandchildren. She had a special way of making memories with her family that will always be cherished. She is survived by her daughters, Beverly "Bev" (Shawn) Patterson of Bethel Park and Melissa "Missy" (Ryan) Pokorny of Jefferson Hills; grandchildren, Ryan Rae, Jacob John, Logan Alexander, Olivia "Livi" Paige and Alexis "Lexi" Noelle; siblings, Carol (Robert) Lovas, Donna (Charles) Elyes and Michael Skibinski; mother-in-law, Helen (the late Samuel) Moss; her beloved fur-grandbaby, Nittany; and many nieces, nephews, in-laws and extended family. Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Saturday, February 18, 2017 from 6-8 p.m. and Sunday, February 19, 2017 from 2-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, February 20, 2017 at 11 a.m. at Corpus Christi Church. Father Daniel Straughn will officiate. Burial will follow at Mount Vernon Cemetery. Memorial donations are suggested to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Western PA, River Walk Corporate Centre, 333 E. Carson Street, Suite 441, Pittsburgh, PA 15219. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
February 15, 2017 |
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Barbara T. Mihalic age 84 of McKeesport died on February 14, 2017. Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home Saturday February 18, 2017 from 9-9:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated at Corpus Christi Church at 10 a.m. with Fr. Steven Palsa as celebrant. Interment will follow at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Port Vue.
February 15, 2017 |
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Stanley Lawrence, age 97 of McKeesport died on February 14,2017. A memorial service will be held at a later date at Corpus Christi. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
February 13, 2017 |
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Loretta A. Sharp, age 83, of McKeesport passed away on February 10, 2017. Born November 10, 1933 in McKeesport she was the daughter of the late Frank and Elizabeth ( Tomkowitz) Sharp. Loretta worked at the Thurman Candy Company, U.S. Steel, and Shop-N-Save in the meat department. She loved her animals and enjoyed watching cooking shows. Loretta is survived by her sister Marcella Szymarek of New Stanton and brother Frank (Ruth Fey) Sharp of Tucson AZ and many nieces, nephews, great and also great great nieces and nephews. Loretta is preceded in death by brothers; Edwin and Edmund Sharp, brother in law Walter Szymarek, and sister in law Marie Sharp. Family and friends will be received at the Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Wednesday February 15, 2017 from 9am until the time of service at 11am in the funeral home chapel. Father Kevin Dominik will officiate. Burial will follow at St. Mary Polish. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are suggested to the White Oak Animal Safe Haven at 2295 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131. Condolences may be shared at jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
February 13, 2017 |
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Andrew D. Rusin, age 64 of McKeesport died on February 12, 2017 at UPMC McKeesport. Born August 31,1952 in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Andrew Jr. and the living Julia (Maha) Rusin. Andrew was a member of St. Michaels Orthodox Church. He was in the Mon-Yough choir and volunteered for many food banks. He enjoyed drawing and Pittsburgh sports. In addition to his mother, Andrew is survived by his sister Sandra (Melchior) Masina; nephew Paul (Suzannah) Masina; great nieces,Theodora and Rosalyn; many cousins; aunt, Helen Shaw. In addition to his father, Andrew is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Marie (Andrew) Rusin (Lazoranko); maternal grandparents, John (Anna) Maha; cousins, Gordon Shaw, Sandra Bradish, and Richard Maha. Family and friends will be received at the Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Wednesday February 15, 2017 from 2-4p.m. and 7-9p.m. Panachida service will be at 7p.m. A funeral service will be held at 10a.m. on Thursday February 16, 2017 at St. Michael's Orthodox Church. Father George R. Patrick will officiate. Burial will follow at McKeesport and Versailles Cemetery. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com
January 28, 2017 |
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Mary (Tokar) Mowrey, age 95 of Liberty Borough, passed away at home, surrounded by her family on January 26,2017. Born October 4, 1921 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late George and Anna (Zustulka) Ploskina and the wife of the late Stanley Tokar and Rowland Mowrey . Mary was the owner and cosmetologist of Mary’s Beauty Shop for over 50 years and was a member of Holy Family Polish National Catholic Church. She is survived by her daughters, Marilyn (Dan) Beran and Wendy (Kurt) Blotzer; grandchildren, Dawn (Todd) Scranton, Danielle Kemp, Deana (Mike) Campbell, Dan (Jen) Beran, Angela (Patrick) Smith, Adam Blotzer, Kelsey (Lee) Davidson, and Robert Blotzer; brother, Emil Ploskina and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by sons, Stanley and Gerald Tokar; brothers, Paul, Peter, Andrew, Mike, John, and Charles Ploskina and sister, Helen Scott. Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Sunday, January 29, 2017 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, January 30, 2017 at Holy Family Polish National Catholic Church at 10 a.m. Fr. Bruce Sleczkowski will officiate. Interment will follow at St. Clare Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Family P.N.C.C. Organ Fund. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com
January 26, 2017 |
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Walter Belinsky, 89 of White Oak, died January 25, 2017 at UPMC McKeesport. Born April 24, 1927 in Wall, he was the son of the late Samuel and Bertha (Dumbrosky) Belinsky and the beloved husband of the late Ellen (Simurda) Belinsky for 59 years. He worked as a butcher at Marracini’s and was a member of the White Oak American Legion Post #701. He is survived by his brother, John Belinsky and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by siblings, Magdaline Wiltuk, Margaret Aiello, Florence Baron, Caroline Biondi, Stella Zigarovich, Mildred Pardi, Demeter Belinsky, Verna Tasillo, and Helen Carnahan. Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Friday, January 27, 2016 from 2-8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, January 28, 2017 at 10 a.m. in St. Angela of Merici Church. Fr. Kevin Dominik will officiate. Burial will follow at Good Shepherd Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Angela of Merici Church. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com
January 26, 2017 |
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Edward "Eddie" Paul Reganick, age 68 of White Oak, formerly of Duquesne, passed away on January 25, 2017 at UPMC McKeesport. Born September 23, 1948 in McKeesport, he was the son of the late John and Anna (Chavis) Reganick, and loving husband of Roberta (Green) Reganick. Eddie was a proud graduate of Duquesne High School and went on to work for US Steel as a bargeman until his retirement after more than 28 years of service. In his free time, you could often find Eddie on a softball field playing the game he loved. He was a professional softball player for the Pittsburgh Hardhats and played for many of the area leagues. When not playing a game of ball, Eddie loved to spend time fishing, doing woodwork, and going to all the local flea markets to find more fishing gear and tools to tinker with. To say that he was a “handy-man” would be an understatement. He was always there to help family, friends, or a neighbor in need, whether it be a simple household problem or re-pointing a whole chimney. He also had a knack for buying old cars, or as he would say, "A-1 shape cars" and fixing them up to resell. Above all, he loved to spend time with his family and all those he had the chance to meet. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Aaron (Julie) Elm of Acme, Lisa (Phil) Siano of South Riding, VA, and Bill (Patty) Elm of Pittsburgh; grandchildren, Jake, Rebecca, Josh, Aaron Jr., and Kailey; brothers, George Reganick of Duquesne and John "Tubby"Reganick of McKeesport; and nephew, Michael Reganick of Neville Island. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Michael Reganick. Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Sunday, January 29, 2017 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, January 30, 2017 at 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Pastor Jason Wilson will officiate. Entombment will follow at New St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Edward's memory may be made to the Salvation Army. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
January 19, 2017 |
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Dorene R. Bayura, age 72, of McKeesport, died on January 13, 2017 at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born August 14, 1944 in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Joseph F. and Elizabeth M. (Donovan) Skovran and the wife of the late Thomas L. Bayura Sr. Dorene was a loving wife, mother and grandmother (Grammy B). She retired as an assistant cook from the former Glennshire Woods nursing home where she worked for 12 years. It was pleasing to her to help cook for the residents and to make some very dear friends along the way, especially her co-workers from the kitchen. She was also a Vietnam War era veteran, serving in the Marines. She liked to cook, crochet, craft, enjoyed coloring as of lately, and loved reading Sci-Fi, romance, and fantasy novels. Dorene is survived by her children: Thomas L. (Angela) Bayura Jr, Dorene Bayura, and William J. Bayura; grandchildren: Hayden C. and Nathan T. Bayura; siblings: Joseph E. Skovran, Michael G. (Tess) Skovran, Joann (Lance) Behm, Joyce M. Skovran, John R. (Karen) Skovran, Cheryl A. (Joe) Yusavage and Elizabeth M. Skovran. In addition to her parents and husband, Dorene is preceded in death by siblings: Harriet Forrest, William A. Skovran and Anna Marie Skovran. Family and friends will be received at the Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Saturday January 21, 2017 from 1-3p.m. and 6-9p.m. A blessing service will be held at 8p.m. at the funeral home. Pastor Jody Dausey will officiate. Inurnment will be at New St. Joseph’s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the American Diabetes Association at 100 W Station Square Drive # 1900, Pittsburgh, PA 15219. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com
January 09, 2017 |
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Samantha Pliska, age 33 of Chicago, formerly of White Oak, passed away on December 6, 2016. Born on May 25, 1983 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of Robert "Bob" Pliska and the late Michelle (Sullivan) Pliska. She was a graduate of Penn State University, DePaul University College of Law and also studied in Australia. Samantha was the account manager for Extreme Reach Digital Media and Software Company. Her love for travel and learning were apparent through her numerous adventurous trips abroad to such countries as Australia, Fiji and New Zealand to name a few. In addition to her father she is survived by maternal aunts, Geri (Michael) Zona, Sharyn (R.Q.) Simmons and Patricia (Ron) Gusky; cousins, Jeffrey Gusky, Ronald (Amy) Gusky Jr., and Amanda (Mark) Cottone. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 14, 2017 at 11:00am at the Wesley United Methodist Church , 1201 Prescott Street, White Oak, PA 15131. Pastor Debbie Kociban will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to the Wesley United Methodist Church. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com
January 06, 2017 |
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Pauline T. Puskaric, age 87 of White Oak, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2017 at Mt. Vernon of Elizabeth. Born March 14, 1929 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Paolo and Oneglia (Sgattoni) Rozzi and the wife of the late Albert A. “Scalube” Puskaric. Pauline was a member of the Croatian Fraternal Union, Sons of Italy, Crimson Boosters Auxiliary, and a former member of Sacred Heart Church. She is survived by her children, Albert (Ali) Puskaric of White Oak and Paula Puskaric, of White Oak; granddaughter, Kara Puskaric, of White Oak; brothers, Olindo (Val) Rozzi and Giovanni (Mary) Rozzi; sister, Erminia (the late Robert) Matwick and many nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received at Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Sunday, January 8, 2017 from 12-4 and 6-8 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Monday, January 9, 2017, 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Fr. Gregory Madeya will officiate Entombment will follow at New St. Joseph. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com
