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Joseph J. "Joey" Romano, Jr.

April 05, 2016 |

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

Joseph J. "Joey" Romano, Jr., age 52 of McKeesport, died April 4, 2016 at Allegheny General Hospital. Born January 13, 1964 in McKeesport, he was the son of Joseph and Audrey (Harrison) Romano. Joey's feeling of independence was most felt when riding his bike. It is then that he felt freedom, enjoyment and thrill, which was obvious to all who knew him. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his brother, Larry Romano of Florida; and his aunt, Johanna Romano formerly of Sutersville. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Matilda Harrison; and paternal grandmother, Charlotte Romano.

 
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David H. Gilchrist

April 04, 2016 |

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

David H. Gilchrist, age 72 of Elizabeth Twp., formerly of Ellwood City, died April 3, 2016 at Healthcare@Home Hospice in West Penn Hospital. Born April 17, 1943 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Harold and Estelle (Punzell) Gilchrist and beloved husband of Patty (Kennedy) Gilchrist.

 
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Dolores Suzanne Torok "Toots"

March 19, 2016 |

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

Dolores Suzanne Torok "Toots," 85, died Saturday, March 19, 2016 at her home in McKeesport. Born January 9, 1931, a daughter of the late Barbara Szakos and John Tamas (Thomas).

 
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Dolores (Connelly) McCall

March 19, 2016 |

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

Dolores (Connelly) McCall, age 86 of McKeesport, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 19, 2016 at Manor Care in Monroeville. Born January 23, 1930 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late John and Josephine (Sullivan) Connelly, and beloved wife of 50 years to the late Richard McCall.

 
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Daisy M. (Watts) Retell

March 18, 2016 |

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

Daisy M. Retell, age 94 of White Oak, formerly of Buffalo, NY, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2016 at Golden Heights Personal Care Home in Irwin. Born December 28, 1921 in Waverly, TN, she was the daughter of the late Ben and Myrtle (Evans) Watts, and beloved wife of 60 years to the late Reginald W. "Reggie" Retell.

 
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William G. Jardanhazy

March 12, 2016 |

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

William G. Jardanhazy, age 85 of North Huntingdon, formerly of McKeesport, died March 11, 2016 at Select Specialty Hospital in Latrobe. Born April 13, 1930 in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Louis and Margaret (Droppa) Jardanhazy, and beloved husband of the late Frances E. (Hake) Jardanhazy.

 
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Virginia Ruth Tretyak

March 09, 2016 |

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

Virginia Ruth Tretyak, 89 of Liberty Borough, died Tuesday, March 8, 2016, at Kane Regional Center in McKeesport. Born Nov. 19, 1926, in White Oak, she was the daughter of the late James Stenson and Ada Bartles Stenson Adams; and stepdaughter of Charles Adams and beloved wife of William Tretyak for 69 years.

 
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Dorothy "Dory" Wasko

March 05, 2016 |

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

Dorothy "Dory" Wasko, age 91 of North Versailles, formerly of McKeesport, passed peacefully on March 3, 2016. Born January 27, 1925 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late George and Mildred (Kusic) Dukic, and beloved wife of the late Ed Wasko.

 
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Frances M. Schultz

February 12, 2016 |

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

Frances M. Schultz, age 94 of White Oak, died February 11, 2016 at Kane Regional Center, McKeesport. Born March 23, 1921 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Anna (Klodowski) Orzechowski, and beloved wife Thomas R. Schultz and the late Joseph Martin. In addition to her husband Thomas, she is survived by her nephew, Darren (Cathy) Conroy of White Oak; and many great-nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Albine Conroy. Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Monday, February 15, 2016 from 2-5 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 10 a.m. at Corpus Christi Church. Fr. Michael Maranowski will officiate. Entombment will follow at New St. Joseph Cemetery. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com

 
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Eleanor Sharik

January 31, 2016 |

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

Eleanor Sharik, age 94 of McKeesport, passed away Friday, January 29, 2016 at Briarcliff Pavilion in North Huntingdon. Born November 6, 1921 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Alojzy and Josephine (Pasko) Piotrowski, and beloved wife of the late Clyde L. Sharik, Sr. Eleanor was a dedicated mother and homemaker and enjoyed spending time gardening and planting flowers around the home. She also enjoyed playing Bingo with her Briarcliff Pavilion friends on Saturday afternoons. She is survived by her children, Deborah (Joseph) Parknavy of White Oak and Clyde L. (Paula) Sharik, Jr. of Ewing, New Jersey; grandchildren, Joey, Jonathan, Joel, Meaghen, Ashley, Caitlin, Clyde, III, and Joshua; siblings, Sophie Bondi, Caroline Przywarty and Tom Piotrowski; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Stanley Piotrowski, John Piotrowski, Victoria Ploszay, and Louis Piotrowski. Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Monday, February 1, 2016 from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. Blessing service will begin at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home, followed by a 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Family Polish National Catholic Church. Fr. Bruce Sleczkowski will officiate. Interment will follow in Holy Family Cemetery, North Versailles. The family wishes to thank the nurses, aides, and entire staff of Briarcliff for their wonderful care and love provided to Mom.

 
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James C. "Jim" Shull

January 20, 2016 |

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

James C. Shull, Sr. age 85, of North Huntingdon, formerly of McKeesport died on January 20, 2016.  Born May 23, 1930 in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Carl L. and Margaret (McClintock) (Shull) Lynce and the husband of Shirley (Slusser) Shull.  Jim was a letter carrier with the U.S. Post Office in McKeesport for 40 years and was also a guard at CCAC in West Mifflin for 22 years.  He belonged to the McKeesport Masonic Lodge 375, where he received his 50 year pin.  He also was a member of Christ U.M.C. of North Huntingdon, where he was a Charter Member and a past deacon.  In addition to his wife Shirley, he is survived by children, James Shull, Jr. of McKeesport and Karen (James, Jr.) Wetzler of Canandaigua, NY; cousins, Myra and Jon.  He was preceded in death by aunts, uncles, and cousins.  Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Friday from 2-8 p.m.  A funeral service will be Saturday, 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel.  Pastor Eric Dennis will officiate.  Burial will follow at Richland Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Christ U.M.C. of North Huntingdon at 2800 Coulterville Rd, McKeesport, PA 15131.  Condolences may be left at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com

 
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