September 18, 2022 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Henry Vincent McKay, Jr, 81, died surrounded by family, at home in Duquesne, PA, in the evening of September 17, 2022. He will be remembered for his rowdy sense of humor, his stubborn nature, and his generosity. With his white beard, red cheeks, jolly laughter, and giving spirit, he was often (fairly) mistaken for Santa Claus. He always gave selflessly and unconditionally of his company, his not-so-secret stash of sweets, and his lottery tickets.
Henry was born to Rose Marie Gregg and Henry Vincent McKay, Sr. on May 10, 1941. He grew up in Highland Grove, McKeesport, with his sisters Rosemary and Catherine, where he graduated from McKeesport Vocational High in 1959. He married Josephine Pellegrino on October 7, 1961. He served in the Navy aboard the USS Amphion from 1961-1963, then worked at GC Murphy in McKeesport, USS Duquesne Works, and Alling & Cory in Pittsburgh’s Northside. In retirement, he traveled with Josie to inspect slot machines in Biloxi and Las Vegas and quality checked scratch-offs when he was home. In 1997, he traded his winnings for a woodland cottage, which he named the Super 7 Lodge and his family affectionately called Pap-Pap’s camp, in Kellettville, PA, where he loved hunting, fishing, boating, watching hunting/fishing/boating on TV, collecting turkey-themed decor, and cooking with copious amounts of bacon and cheese. Pap-Pap’s camp was always a party full of family, friends, board games, zip lines, trips to the crick and the rodeo, whiskey and s’mores around the campfire, and “Pap-Pap eggs” (seasoned with Velveeta and black pepper in a cast iron skillet) in the morning. Whether he was at home in Duquesne/West Mifflin, or at camp in Kellettville, Henry enjoyed hanging out at the local watering hole, where he was a beloved fixture on the bar and had many friends.
He is survived by his wife of nearly 61 years, Josephine Pellegrino; sister Catherine Macey (Robert); daughters Lori McKay Schricker (Don Kapolka), Michele Sparks (Steven), Maureen Marchewka (Walter), and Melissa Vautier (Brian); grandchildren Lauren McKay-Wechter (Adam), Lindsay Schricker (Connor Davenport), Alexis Schricker, Christian Sparks, Gabriella Vautier, Charlotte Sparks, Madeline Vautier, and Brady Vautier; and former son-in-law Scott Schricker. Preceded in death by his sister, RoseMary Geronditis. He had many dear friends, including his friend of over 50 years, Harvey Wilner, and all the regulars of Harvey Wilner’s Village Tavern. Special thanks to the compassionate care of Dr. James Rossetti and his staff at the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center. The world may have lost an incredible man, but Henry’s spirit lives on in each of these lives that he touched.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 20, 2022, from 12-8 p.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR. Additional visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 21, 2022, from 10-11 a.m., followed by a Blessing Service at 11:00 a.m., with Rev. Nick Mastrangelo, officiating. Military Honors will be held at the Funeral Home following the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to The Stanley Marks Endowed Research Fund at Hillman Cancer Center, or join the family in raising a glass of iced tea and buying a lottery ticket.
September 09, 2022 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Joseph D. Valente, age 81, of New Eagle, formerly of Deep Creek, MD, Duquesne, and Munhall, passed away on Thursday, September 8, 2022, at home. Son of the late Daniel and Helen Valente, he was born in Homestead, on June 10, 1941. He was a retired Union Carpenter, a classic car enthusiast, an accomplished bowler with a 300 game, and a card player. He proudly served his country in the Army during the Vietnam War. He was the husband of the late Mary Karen (Weber) Valente. He is survived by his dogs, Sophie and Sadie; brothers and sisters-in law, Allan J. (Karen) Weber of West Mifflin, Louis (Debbie) Weber of West Mifflin, Don (Kathy) Weber of West Mifflin and Greg (Lynn) Weber of West Mifflin; nieces and nephews, Dana, Louis, Donald, Brian, Kalie and Mike; cousin, Kathleen Lucerne Rich of Florida; and life-long friends, Cliff, Lori, Danielle & his godson Cliff Grierson, Jimmy Babbi Family and Gaspare Porco Family. Visitation will be held on Monday, September 12, 2022, from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, where a Blessing Service will be held on Tuesday, September 13, 2022, at 10:00 a.m., with Rev. John McKenna, officiating. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery-West Mifflin, with Military Honors.
September 06, 2022 |
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George F. Dirani, age 80, of Lower Burrell, passed away on June 23, 2022, at UPMC East. Born in Lebanon on February 28, 1942, he was the son of the late Fouad and Almasa Dirani. His family was very important to him and he was very proud of them. He was a loving and generous father and he could be very stubborn. He enjoyed gardening, flowers, and watching them grow, and woodworking. He also loved watching his grandchildren grow. He is in a better place and is reunited with his loving family members who preceded him. George is the husband of Juliette (Sassine) Dirani; father of Riad (Deborah) Dirani of Philadelphia, Aleen (husband, Justin Moser) Dirani of White Oak, and Rami (Helene) Dirani of Philadelphia; 8 grandchildren; brother of Mona, Michele Dirani, Milad Dirani, Georgette (Kahalim) Zhakem, and late Elias Dirani and late Al (late Donna) Dirani. No visitation or services are scheduled. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR. George will be missed greatly by his family, but always in their hearts. They are looking forward to seeing him again.
September 05, 2022 |
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Victor M. Zilinskas, age 89, of North Huntingdon, formerly of West Mifflin, passed away on Sunday, September 4, 2022, at his home. Born in Homestead on March 23, 1933, he was the son of the late Victor and Anne (DeVilla) Zilinskas Sr. He was a retired pattern maker at Fisher Body and a member of the Pattern Makers Union. He proudly served his country in the Army during the Korean War. He was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, North Huntingdon, Pido’s Friday Night Bowling League, Pinheads Bowling League and the First Catholic Slovak Union. He was an avid golfer, loved to fix things, do puzzles and work on cars and other racing cars and loved to attend his grandchildren’s sports and school activities. Victor is the beloved husband of Mary Ann (Novotny) Zilinskas for 65 years; father and hero to Victor John (Rosalinda) Zilinskas of Palo Alto, CA, Susan Zilinskas of North Huntingdon and Melissa Ann (Mark Allen) Prutz of North Huntingdon; grandfather of Victor Q., Owen Marek, Braydon Nicholas and Mila Ann; brother of Mark (late Janice) Zilinskas of Monroeville and late John (late Jean) Zilinskas. Memorial Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 8, 2022, from 2-8 p.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, September 9, 2022, at 9:30 a.m., at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, North Huntingdon, followed by the presentation of Military Honors.
September 03, 2022 |
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David R. “Red” Bowers, age 68, of West Mifflin, passed away on Friday, September 2, 2022. Son of the late William and Clara (Rossner) Bowers, he was born in McKeesport, on May 9, 1954. He was a retired carpenter from Boyer & Pentek in McKeesport, was a graduate of West Mifflin North High School Class of 1972 and was looking forward to his 50 year reunion. His hobby was woodworking. He is the husband of Janice (Jenkins) Bowers of Munhall; father of Sara Bowers and Kahla (“Bo”) Hodgkiss of Canonsburg; brother of Louise (late Rick) Broman of West Mifflin, Claire (Tom) Bellas of Elizabeth, Judy (George) Verlich of Ohio, Laura Chuha of West Mifflin, Carole (late Tom) School of West Mifflin, Lola (Tom) Richards of Jefferson Hills and the late Bill Bowers. There will be a celebration of David’s life on Saturday, September 10, 2022, at 2:00 p.m., at the Village Idiot, 1840 Homeville Rd., West Mifflin, PA 15122. All are welcome to join. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.
September 02, 2022 |
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Elvira E. Vickovic, age 99, of Dravosburg, passed away on Friday, September 2, 2022, at UPMC McKeesport. Daughter of the late Anthony and Mary Kasunic, she was born in Lysing #3 in Connellsville, PA, on October 20, 1922. She was a custodian at Duquesne High School and a cook at the Croatian Club in Duquesne. She was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Name Church. She liked to hook rugs, sew, crochet and had traveled around the world. Elvira was the wife of the late Adam Joseph “Specks” Vickovic; mother of Edward J. Vickovic of Dravosburg, Joanne Vickovic of Duquesne, Judith Ann (Allan) Nagel of The Villages, FL, Marie (late James) Ford of West Mifflin, Thomas Vickovic of McKeesport and late Anthony Vickovic; 8 Grandchildren; 2 Great Grandchildren. She was the last surviving member of the Kasunic family. There will be no visitation and burial will be private. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.
September 02, 2022 |
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Patricia A. “Pat” (Whited) Hunt, age 67, of Dravosburg, passed away on Thursday, September 1, 2022, at Jefferson Hospital. Born in Pittsburgh on January 27, 1955, she was the daughter of the late Stan and Betty (Harper) Whited. She was the assistant manager at the Dollar General in West Mifflin. She was a Born Again Christian, she loved her grandchildren and trips to the casino with her late husband, Don, and her sister-in-law, Judy. Pat was the wife of the late Don Luczak; mother of Georgy (Christy) Hunt Jr. of Baldwin, Tony (Rachel) Hunt of Plum Boro, Tracy (Gary Beayrd) Hunt of Glassport, Bobby (Katy) Hunt of Scottdale, PA and her other son, Big Mike; grandmother of Sarah Ashley, Zachariah, Jeremiah, Isaiah, Raymond, Ruben, Angel, Caiden & Landon Hunt; sister of Stan (Vicki) Whited of Canonsburg and the late Donna (husband Harry survives) Sye. She is also survived by nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 6, 2022, from 10 a.m.-Noon and 5-7 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, where a Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 7, 2022, with Pastor Brady Herren, officiating. Interment will follow at St. Hedwig Cemetery, West Mifflin, next to her husband.
August 26, 2022 |
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Thomas B. Huwalt Jr., age 75, of West Mifflin, passed away on Tuesday, August 23, 2022, at his daughter’s home. Born in Duquesne on March 18, 1947, he was the son of the late Thomas B. Huwalt Sr. and late Helen (Smocer) Huwalt. He was a former welder with U.S. Steel-Duquesne Works for 19 years, a retired Stationary Engineer for Allegheny County at the Greater Pittsburgh International Airport and a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Trinity Church. He was a master of tinkering, loved fishing, trap shooting and camping in Erie. He proudly served his country in the Marine Corps. during the Vietnam War. Thomas is the beloved husband of 53 years to Georgean (Perhac) Huwalt; father of Scott (Erin) Huwalt of South Park and Amy (late Edward) Wilson of Port Vue; grandfather of Maura, Zachary, and Daniel Huwalt, Ayla and Avery Wilson and preceded in death by grandson Joshua Huwalt; brother of Gary Huwalt of White Oak; uncle of Eric Huwalt, Melissa Hathaway and Ashley May. He is also survived by a great niece and several great nephews and his mother-in-law Pauline (late John) Perhac. There will be No Visitation. Service will be held on Friday, September 30, 2022, at 1:00 p.m., at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies followed by Military Honors. His family would like to thank ProMedica Hospice for their excellent and compassionate care. Arrangements entrusted to MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.
August 26, 2022 |
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Brian Keith Michaels, age 61, of Washington, PA, formerly of Duquesne, passed away on Thursday, August 18, 2022. Born in McKeesport on September 25, 1960, he was the son of the late Dr. Joseph E. Michaels PhD and late Mary Ann (Sabol) Michaels. He was a former oil fields rig operator and proudly served his country in the Marine Corps. He is the husband of Charleen McDonald; brother of Tyrone (Sara) Michaels of Baldwin, Allison (Jamie) Parker of Charlotte, NC, and Joseph B. (Heather) Michaels of Munhall; and is also survived by nieces and nephews. There is No Visitation. Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, August 31, 2022, at 11:00 a.m., at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, with Rev. Thomas Lewandowski officiating, followed by Military Honors. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.
August 15, 2022 |
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Rebecca R. (Winks) Buchleitner, age 90, formerly of North Versailles, PA, passed away on Friday, August 12, 2022, at the home of her daughter in Hendersonville, TN. Born in Pittsburgh on August 7, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Raymond and Helen (Nowinckle) Winks. She formerly worked at Union Switch and Signal as a Tar Baby and was also a seamstress at a drapery factory and a men’s clothing store. Most of all, she was a wife and mother. She liked to crochet, square dance and be on her C.B. radio. She was the wife of the late Robert J. Buchleitner; mother of Patricia (Carl) McNickle of Hendersonville, TN and the late Robert John Buchleitner and late Robert William Buchleitner; grandmother of Brandon (Brittany) McNickle and CJ (Nora) McNickle; great grandmother of Layla Grace McNickle & Mason James McNickle and Chasen Edward & Reagan Leigh McNickle; and sister of the late Raymond (late Phyllis) Winks. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 17, 2022, from Noon-2:00 p.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, where a Funeral Service will take place at 2:00 p.m., with Rev. John Barker, officiating. Burial will follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park.
August 15, 2022 |
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Joseph M. Sabol Jr., age 91, of Duquesne, passed away on Tuesday, August 9, 2022 at The Grove in North Huntingdon. Born in West Mifflin on October 11, 1930, he was the son of the late Joseph M. Sr. and Mary (Petras) Sabol. He was a retired steelworker from U.S. Steel-Homestead Works and a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-St. Agnes Church, where he was an usher. He proudly served his country in the Army during the Korean War. Joseph is the beloved husband of Loretta (Kukta) Sabol for 65 years; father of Joseph (Cynthia) Sabol of South Fayette; grandfather of Andrew Joseph Sabol, Lauren (Matthew) Reick and Rachel Staley; and great grandfather of Logan. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, August 18, 2022, at 10:00 a.m., at St. Agnes Church-West Mifflin, with Rev. Dan Sweeney, officiating. Military Honors will follow. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.
August 09, 2022 |
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James A. “Sonny” Budai, age 84, of Versailles Boro, passed away on Monday, August 8, 2022, in Jefferson Hospital. Born in Duquesne on November 9, 1937, he was the son of the late James S. and Alberta (Bost) Budai. He was a former salesman for the V.F.W., in Columbus, Ohio and a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-St. Joseph Church, Duquesne. He was the former husband of Debra (David) Budai of Columbus, Ohio; father of James W. (Heather) Budai of Galloway, Ohio; grandfather of Mallory Budai, Evan J. Budai and Jillian M. Budai; brother of Carol (Bob) Kostelnik of West Mifflin and Paul (Colleen) Budai of West Mifflin; cousin of James (Carol) Howard, Terry (Jean) Howard, Patti (Tom) Klocko, and Susan Howard. He was predeceased by his aunt Philomena Howard. There is no visitation. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.
August 03, 2022 |
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Robert J. Paul, age 86, of West Mifflin, passed away on Monday, August 1, 2022, at Jefferson Hospital. Born in Pittsburgh on February 7, 1936, he was a retired steelwork at J&L Steel-Hazelwood and a member of St. Joseph Church of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish. He served in the Army during the Korean War. He enjoyed working around the house and was a wonderful husband and father. Robert is survived by his wife of 60 years, Nancy Jane (Mihalik) Paul, and children Robert M. Paul and Gregory J. Paul, both of West Mifflin. There will be no visitation or services. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.
July 31, 2022 |
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Shirley J. “Shirl” (Faith) Verdiglione, age 73, of Duquesne, passed away on Saturday, July 30, 2022, at Jefferson Hospital. Born in Pittsburgh on May 22, 1949, she was the daughter of the late James R. and Harriet L. (Wright) Petrone. She loved her dogs and cats and was a former breeder of Doberman Pinschers. She was the former wife of the late William C. Faith; mother of Melissa (Jesse) Reid of Plum Boro, Chrystal Faith of West Mifflin and Anthony (Candace) Verdiglione of Tennessee; grandmother of Starr (Chris) Demeri; great grandmother of Jaycee Faith Demeri; and longtime friend of Penny Walls of Duquesne. She is also survived by many additional relatives and friends. There are no services or visitation. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.
July 20, 2022 |
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Charlotte J. Borland, age 79, of Liberty Boro, formerly of Duquesne, passed away on July 20, 2022, at Select Speciality Care-McKeesport. Born in McKeesport on January 1, 1943, she was the daughter of the late John “Hank” and Elizabeth “Betty” (Shimko) Cimbala. Charlotte was a retired secretary for the United Societies of America. She was a former member of the former Holy Name Church, Duquesne and she enjoyed bingo and bus trips to the Casino with friends. She was a caregiver to her brother Johnny, whom she loved very much and was very proud of her one and only granddaughter, Raegan, whom she loved dearly. She was a wonderful woman who would do anything for anyone. She had the most radiant smile and contagious laugh. Charlotte is survived by her daughter Theresa “Terri” (Craig) Gouker of North Huntingdon; granddaughter Raegan Gouker; and siblings, Edward (late “Bunny”) Cimbala of Glassport, late Carl (Kathy survives) Cimbala of Buena Vista, John Cimbala of Liberty Boro and Marlene (late Elmer) Parker of Liberty Boro. Visitation will be held on Friday, July 22, 2022, from 4-7 p.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, where a Blessing Service will be held on Saturday, July 23, 2022, at 9:30 a.m., with Deacon Dan D’Antonio officiating. Burial will follow in Holy Name Cemetery.
