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Alan J. Procacina

December 19, 2021 |

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Alan J. Procacina, age 71, of Duquesne, passed away on December 18, 2021, at home. Born in McKeesport on March 11, 1950, he was the son of the late Joseph F. and Columbia (DeRose) Procacina. He was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Name Church and the Duquesne-West Mifflin Knights of Columbus #4210. Alan was a very religious man. He is the brother of Dennis (Kathy) Procacina of North Versailles; uncle of Dennis (Alicia) Procacina of North Huntingdon, Paul (Kelley) Procacina of Irmo, SC, and Jennifer Procacina of North Versailles; great uncle of Adriana Procacina, Gino Procacina, Lorraine Procacina, and Luca Procacina. He is also survived by his companion, Tom Husar of Duquesne. He was a friend of Paul Husar and the late Violet Walker. Visitation will be held on Monday, December 20, 2021 from 2-4 and 6-8 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, where services will be held that evening. Private entombment will take place at Jefferson Memorial Mausoleum. Memorial contributions may be made to the White Oak Animal Safe Haven, 2295 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131.

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Mark O. Bedont, Jr.

December 19, 2021 |

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Mark O. Bedont Jr., 74, of Williamsburg, VA, formerly of Centreville, VA and West Mifflin, PA, died peacefully in his sleep, at home, on Monday, December 13, 2021. He was born on November 20, 1947 to the late Mark O. Sr. and Beatrice (Ardiana) Bedont. Mark graduated from Indiana University of Pa. He retired as a Program Analyst for the U.S. Department of Labor. He proudly served in the U.S. Army from 1970-1972 as a Radio Operator in Vietnam. He enjoyed fishing with his son and friends every year in Cross Fork, PA, “The Gabby.” He is survived by his best friend and love of his life, Sally, of 37 years; son Alex (Kari) Bedont; Grandchildren, Mark, Melody and Elijah; brothers, Gary and Jeff (Mary) of West Mifflin; Uncle to Melanie (Rob) Vitous, Eric (Lauren) Bedont, Tracey Lape (Mike Warywoda) and Tyler Douglass; Aunt Ada and cousin Joe Genito. Mark will be buried with Military Honors at Jerusalem Western Salisbury Cemetery in Allentown, PA. Local announcement made by the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300.

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Margaret D. Joschak

December 16, 2021 |

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Margaret D. Joschak, age 95, of West Mifflin, formerly of North Braddock and Duquesne, passed away on Thursday, December 16, 2021, at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. Daughter of the late George and Mary (Petkanick) Dendak, she was born in Duquesne, on March 10, 1926. She was a member of St. Joseph the Worker Parish-Good Shepherd Church, the First Ladies Catholic Slovak Union, the Ladies Pennsylvania Slovak Catholic Union, a former member  of the Good Shepherd Choir and former member of St. Michael’s Altar Rosary Society. She was the beloved wife of the late John Joschak; mother of Richard (late Maxine) Joschak of West Mifflin, Donna (Ron) Powell of Center Twp., and late George “Dudgie” (late Marilyn) Joschak; grandmother of Victoria Powell, Joshua (Diana) Powell, Christina (Matt) Ricupero, Ryan (Nicole) Joschak, Eric (Caitlin) Joschak and Jessica (Justin) Sopko; 9 Great Grandchildren; many Nieces and Nephews; sister of the late Eva (Late Steve) Perish, late Anna (late Paul) Hoydich and late Mary “Jackie” (late Robert) Stoklas. Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 18, 2021 from 6-8 p.m. and Sunday, December 19, 2021 from 12-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, where parting prayers will be said on Monday, December 20, 2021, at 9:15 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m., at Good Shepherd Church, Braddock. Interment will follow in All Saints Braddock Catholic Cemetery, next to her husband.

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Thomas A. Komar

December 16, 2021 |

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Thomas A. Komar, age 65, of Dravosburg, passed away on December 16, 2021, at home. Born in McKeesport on July 29, 1956, he was the son of the late Andrew and Florence (Bender) Komar. He loved all sports, especially horse racing. He is the husband of Lory (Haupt) Komar; father of Melanie (Rob) Bunovich of Westmoreland City and Danae Komar of Irwin; grandfather of  George, Mikaela, Thomas and Mary Jane; and brother of Barbara Komar of North Huntingdon. There is no visitation. Arrangement entrusted to MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.

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Stanley F. Mazer

December 12, 2021 |

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Stanley F. Mazer, age 78, of Duquesne, passed away on Tuesday, December 7, 2021, at home. Born in McKeesport on April 29, 1943, he was the son of the late Stanley and Cecelia J. (Jeroski) Mazer. He was retired from U. S. Steel, was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Trinity & St. Hedwig Church, was a former sacristan for St. Hedwig and St. Joseph Churches and he proudly served his country in the Army. Stanley is survived by his brother, Lawrence (Gerry) Mazer of Hamburg, PA; niece, Jennifer (Matt) McElwee; nephew, Timothy (Julie) Mazer; and good friend John Sukenik of Duquesne. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 15, 2021, from 9-10:30 a.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, at which time a blessing service will be held at 10:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m., at Holy Trinity Church, West Mifflin, with Rev. Thomas Lewandowski officiating. Burial will follow in St. Hedwig Cemetery, with Military Honors.

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Susan M. Ezykowsky

December 09, 2021 |

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Susan M. Ezykowsky, age 42, of West Mifflin, passed away on December 8, 2021, at UPMC Presbyterian. Born in Pittsburgh on February 14, 1979, she was the daughter of Michael Opat of Verona and the late Barbara (Spudic) Opat. Susan was an Authorization Specialist for UPMC, a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-St. Therese Church, loved bowling, being a mom, and was starting to learn the game of golf. She is the wife of 14 years to Jeffrey A. Ezykowsky Sr.; mother of Jeffrey A. Ezykowsky Jr, age 5.; sister of Nicole (Michael) Zalac of Harrison City; aunt and godmother of Brooks Zalac; niece of John Spudic of North Huntingdon and Walter (Valerie) Spudic of Pine Richland; daughter-in-law of Joseph and Marie Ezykowsky of West Mifflin; sister-in-law of Patti (Robb) Monahan of Munhall and Brian (Edie) Ezykowsky of West Mifflin; and aunt to Kaitlin, Elizabeth & Ryan Monahan and Nathan and Meghan Ezykowsky; goddaughter  of John and Josephine Baic; niece of Ivan and Andrea Opat and Dragutin and Dragica Krcelic. Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 12, 2021, from 2-4 and 6-8 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, where a blessing will take place on Monday, December 13, 2021, at 12:30 p.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 1:00 p.m., at St. Joseph Church, Duquesne with Rev. Tony Gargotta officiating. Interment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin.

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Jane F. Ondechek

December 07, 2021 |

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Jane F. Ondechek, age 80, of Duquesne, passed away on December 6, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport. Born in Duquesne on January 20, 1941, she was the daughter of the late John and Anna (Ominowicz) Ondechek. Jane was a retired secretary from Meyers, Daragh, Buckler, Bebenek and Eck, was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, Holy Trinity Church, a member of the GFWC Women’s Club of Duquesne, enjoyed dressing up and good meals. Jane was the sister of Paul (late Connie) Ondechek of Munhall; aunt of Beth (Travis) Knapp of West Mifflin and Jack (Laura Ivaska) Ondechek of Munhall; great aunt of Samantha Bruner; and is also survived by her extended family, the Spells.

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Louis V. Kruszewski

December 06, 2021 |

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Louis V. Kruszewski, age 78, of West Mifflin, passed away on December 4, 2021 at Jefferson Hospital. Son of the late Aloysius and Irene K. (Frederick) Kruszewski, he was born in Pittsburgh on April 20, 1943. He was a retired Electronic Technician, a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-St. Agnes Church, built model airplanes, coached little league baseball in West Mifflin, enjoyed anything science fiction, and was an amateur historian on WWII. Louis proudly served his country in the Navy during the Vietnam War. He is the beloved husband of Adrienne (Horvath) Kruszewski for 53 years: father of Joseph (Ruby) Kruszewski of El Paso, TX, Irene (Dale) Bargar of East Berlin, PA, Matthew (Holly) Kruszewski of Bethel Park, James (Natalie) Kruszewski of Baldwin, Louis M. (Amanda Opalko) Kruszewski of Port Vue and Mark (Nicole) Kruszewski of Pittsburgh; 12 Grandchildren; brother of Rita (Bill) Crozier of Valencia. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 8, 2021, 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, where a Blessing Service will be held on Thursday, December 9, 2021 at 12:30 p.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Agnes Church, at 1:00 p.m., with Rev. Tony Gargotta officiating, followed by the presentation of Military Honors. Private family burial will be held at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, 1 St. Therese Ct., Munhall, PA 15120.

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Cynthia A. "Cindy" (Funk) Bates

December 05, 2021 |

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CYNTHIA BATES

Always the brightest smile in the room, Cynthia A. “Cindy” (Funk) Bates, 58, of West Mifflin, passed away Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021, in the Jefferson Hospital ICU due to Covid complications.

Beloved daughter of Ronald and Patricia (Dancak) Funk of White Oak, formerly of West Mifflin, she was born Feb. 22, 1963, in McKeesport. A 1981 graduate of West Mifflin North High School, she was a customer service representative/nonclinical technician with Express Scripts in Irwin for many years and was formerly employed in the pharmacy at Rite Aid in West Mifflin.

She is survived by her parents; son, James Bates (Tiffany Phillips) of Grindstone; granddaughter, Sophia, who was the light of Cindy’s life; brother, Thomas Funk (Kirsten Pastrick) of North Huntingdon; sister, Diane (Peter) Mills of Naples, Fla.; aunts, Alberta (late Rich) Webb and Barbara (late David) Funk; cousins, Richard Webb and Phillip Webb; nieces, Amie and Claire; great niece, Olivia; and many very dear friends.

A caring daughter, thoughtful sister and niece, great mom and proud grandmother, Cindy could always be counted on. Whether taking care of her parents, being out with friends, or playing with her granddaughter (which she liked best), Cindy had the greatest smile, bubbly personality and a terrific attitude!

She especially loved spending time with her boyfriend, Steve Bower, and they recently were able to enjoy a trip to Sturgis with friends.

So full of life, Cindy had such a beautiful bright soul and was easy to talk to and very understanding.

Friends will be received Wednesday Dec. 8, 2021, from 1 to 3 and 5 to 8 p.m. in the Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home, Inc., 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, (412-466-3300). A blessing will be offered there Thursday at 10:30 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. in St. Joseph Church of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish in Duquesne.

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Louis Berry Jr.

December 01, 2021 |

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Louis Berry Jr., age 67, of Duquesne, passed away on December 1, 2021, in Washington Hospital. Son of the late Louis and late Antoinette (Bergamasco) Berry Sr., he was born on March 31, 1954, in Braddock. Louis was a retired carpenter and enjoyed knitting rugs, gardening and riding his motorcycle. He proudly served his county in the Army and the National Guard and was deployed during Desert Storm. He is the husband of Karen (Gailliot) Berry for 43 years; brother of Rosemary (Bob) Matthews of Alaska, Lena Berry of McKees Rocks, Joseph Berry, and late Frank (late Angel) Berry; brother-in-law of John and Linda Zitelli of Whitaker. Also survived by mother-in-law, Margaret Gailliot of Whitaker. There is no visitation. Arrangement entrusted to MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family.

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Faye Pancurak

December 01, 2021 |

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Faye Pancurak, age 90, formerly of Braddock, passed away on December 1, 2021, at Kane Community Center-Ross Twp. Daughter of the late Andrew and Mary (Orsulak) Pancurak, she was born in Braddock, on September 19, 1931. Faye is the sister of Sylvia (late Robert) Goodfellow of Bethel Park, late Andrew (surviving spouse Jeannette) Pancurak of McKees Rocks, late Mary Alice (late Mickey) Moore, and late Russell (late Betty) Pancurak. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 4, 2021 from 9:00-11:00 a.m. when a blessing will take place at 11:00 a.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, with Rev. Thomas Dansak officiating. Burial will follow in All Saints Braddock Catholic Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Kane Community Center, 110 McIntyre Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15237.

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Raymond E. Tubbs

December 01, 2021 |

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Raymond E. Tubbs, age 84, of Duquesne, passed away on November 29, 2021, at UPMC East-Monroeville. Born in East Pittsburgh on February 10, 1937, he was the son of the late Raymond E. and Gertrude (McMullen) Tubbs Sr. Ray was retired from the U.S. Air Force with 21 years of service, was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Duquesne, Teutonia Mannerchor Club in Duquesne, and the Dravosburg American Legion Post #0380. He is the loving husband to Lois J. (Gorscak) Tubbs for 24 years; father of 4 sons; stepfather of Beth (Lou) Chillinsky of Irwin, Robert Burwell II of Frederick, MD and the late Michael Burwell; brother of Gertrude (late Bill) Carter of Florida, Catherine (late Dom) Spinozzi of McKeesport and Dolores Snyder of Bethlehem, PA.; step grandchildren, Robert (Shawna) Chillinsky and Jonathon (Melissa) Chillinsky; 5 step great grandchildren, Roman, Lilyana, Sophia, Luna, and Willow. Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 4, 2021, from 2-4 p.m. when Services will be held at 4:00 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, with Pastor John Gropp officiating, followed by presentation of Military Honors. Private burial will be held at Penn Lincoln Cemetery.

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Dolores A. Savage

November 30, 2021 |

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Dolores A. Savage, age 95, of West Mifflin, passed away on Monday, November 29, 2021, at home. Daughter of the late Ben and Mary (Pasek) Pacacha, she was born on November 8, 1926, in Duquesne. Dolores was retired from the West Mifflin School District where she worked  in the high school cafeteria. She was a member of Holy Cross Parish-Holy Spirit Church and she enjoyed playing cards, baking, bingo, and rooting on the Penguins. She was the beloved wife of the late Theodore Savage; mother of Mary Ann Hartman of West Mifflin, Rose Savage of Dravosburg, Theodore (Beth) Savage of Dravosburg, and Theresa “Terri” Savage (spouse Elena Detoma) of West Mifflin; grandmother of Christine Hartman, Kim Hartman, Ben (Nicole) Savage, Meg Savage and Tim (Kersti) Savage; great grandmother of Nolan Savage, Josie Savage and Emily Porter; sister of Carl (Joan) Pacacha of Michigan, Edward (late Vern) Pacacha of Munhall and predeceased by Irene Pacacha, Josephine Debiak, Regina Sudzina, Patricia Kampert, Walter Pacacha, Steve Pacacha, Sylvester Pacacha, Norbert Pacacha and Frank Pacacha; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 2, 2021 from 4-8 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. Parting Prayers will be held at the funeral home on Friday, December 3, 2021, at 9:15 a.m., followed by Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Spirit Church, West Mifflin, at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow in St. Hedwig Cemetery, West Mifflin.

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Frank "Butch" Bonosky

November 29, 2021 |

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Frank “Butch” Bonosky, age 92, of Duquesne, passed away on Sunday, November 28, 2021, at UPMC Magee Hospital. Son of the late John and Barbara (Michulis) Bonosky, he was born in Duquesne on May 4, 1929. He was a retired bricklayer for U.S. Steel and enjoyed gardening, hunting, and fishing. He proudly served his country in the Army during the Korean War. He was the husband of the late Dorothy L. (Charney) Bonosky for 60 years; father of Patricia (Mark) Bezak of West Mifflin, Karen (Wayne) Peaco of Gilbert, SC, and Frank W. Bonosky of Duquesne; grandfather of Hillary (Bryan) Dranko of Liberty Boro; great grandfather of Lily and Addison Dranko. He was predeceased by brothers and sisters, Walter, Albert, Philip and John Bonosky, Barbara Rusinak and Antionette Anderson. 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.

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Michael F. Welsh

November 27, 2021 |

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Michael F. Welsh, age 77, formerly of Duquesne, passed away on Saturday, November 27, 2021, at Allegheny General Hospital. Born in McKeesport on August 1, 1944, he was the son of  the late Michael “Moe” and Mary (Molanick) Welsh. He was retired from U.S. Steel-Duquesne Works, was a former member of the former Christ the Light of the World Parish, Holy Name Church, now St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, and he enjoyed all sports. He is the father of Carrie (Chris) Simpson of Jefferson Hills, Michael (Marta) Welsh of Miami, FL and Tiffany Welsh of Castle Shannon; grandfather of Ashley (Robert) Nebel and Makena Cooke; great grandfather of Robert Charles Nebel III; brother of Jackie (late Carl) Kisner of Florida and Richard Welsh of Texas. There will be no visitation. Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Name Church, Duquesne, of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, on Tuesday, November 30, 2021, at 2:00 p.m., with Rev. John Bachkay officiating. Private family burial will be held in St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Cemetery, West Mifflin. 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.