February 25, 2023 |
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Michael A. Opalko, age 67, of West Mifflin, passed away on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at the VA Medical Center in Pittsburgh. Born in McKeesport on January 14, 1956, he is the son of Albert “Junior” and Patricia (Spanitz) Opalko of North Huntingdon. Michael graduated from Norwin Highschool in 1973, where he was a member of the National Honor Society, National Forensic League, ski club and other various activities. He was a U.S. Army Veteran, who was stationed in Germany, earning his parachutist “jump wings” and participated in the Army’s boxing programs. He was a US Postal worker, known fondly by everyone as “Mike the Mailman.” A long-time learner with time spent at St. Vincent College and Community College of Allegheny County, a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership from Penn State University, and continuing education certificates from Villanova University. He was a member of Bible Baptist Temple in Clairton, PA. Michael loved socializing, making friends with people from all walks of life. He was an eccentric, free spirit who had a presence as soon as he walked in the room and was happy to share his faith in Christ. Some favorite activities he is remembered by playing guitar, playing chess, swimming, music from the 60’s & 70’s, cooking (especially making his grandmother’s strudel), working on home projects, gardening, reading, and writing. He loved his close and extended family, and if you were a friend, he considered you family. If you were family, he was in your corner, and he was a good guy to have in your corner. He will be deeply missed by many. Besides his parents, he is survived by his wife of 44 years, Colleen (Pawlak) Opalko; children Jessica (Andrew Pfister) Opalko of Ben Avon Heights, Melissa Opalko of West Mifflin and Amanda (Louis M. Kruszewsk
i) Opalko of Port Vue; grandchildren Nikolas, Madelyn, Laila, Alec, Iris, Christian and Millina. There will be no visitation
at this time, but a Memorial Service and Commemoration of his Life will be held at a date to be announced. In lieu of flowers
, memorial contributions may be made to Colleen Opalko, ℅ the Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home, for funeral and medical expenses. 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.
February 21, 2023 |
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Anthony C. “Carly” Giannandrea, age 80, of West Mifflin, passed away on Tuesday, February 21, 2023, in Jefferson Hospital. Born in McKeesport on January 25, 1943, he was the son of the late Carl and Josephine (Magrosky) Giannandrea. He worked at Westinghouse in maintenance, where he served as a steward, and then at Electric Motor Services in Finleyville as a motor repairman. He proudly served his country in the Navy during the Vietnam War. He is the husband of Michaeleene (Evagues) Giannandrea for 35 years; father of Dedra (Aaron Freedom) Hoskowicz of Mt. Vernon; grandfather of Kamryn and Kaitlyn Hoskowicz; son-in-law of Eleanor Duche of West Mifflin; brother of Kathy (late Bob) Boor of Glassport and the late Mark Giannandrea; brother-in-law of Leonard (Joanne) Evagues of Duquesne, Alicia (Brian) Ziemke of Mt. Vernon and Pamela Markovich of Mt. Vernon. He is also survived by nieces and nephews and great nieces and great nephews. 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.
February 21, 2023 |
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Veronica H. Bodnar, age 79, of West Mifflin, passed away on Monday, February 20, 2023, at Riverside Care Center. Born in McKeesport on December 22, 1943, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary (Rusnak) Bodnar. She was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Name Church, enjoyed going to bingos, and loved her dog “Jake.” She is predeceased by all of her brothers and sisters and is survived by nieces and nephews. A Committal Service will be held at Holy Name Cemetery, West Mifflin, on Monday, February 27, 2023 at 12:00 Noon, with Rev. Thomas Lewandowski, officiating. 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.
February 12, 2023 |
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Jane E. Steiner, age 76, of West Mifflin, passed away on Saturday, February 11, 2023, at home. Born in McKeesport on June 1, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Joseph R. and Doris Jean (Davis) Sklencar. She was a retired art teacher for the McKeesport Area School District, a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Trinity Church and was a docent at the Frick Museum. She enjoyed the arts, her cats, spending quality time with people, going shopping with and spoiling her grandchildren, taking friends to lunch and hosting numerous parties at her home. She also did arts and crafts for senior citizens and troubled youth. Jane was the beloved wife of the late Robert J. “Bud” Steiner, who died on June 2, 2005; mother of Robert J. (Gina) Steiner of Churchill; and grandmother of Robert John Steiner II, Adam Steiner, and Natalie Steiner. She is also survived by brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, very close cousins and very close friends. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 14, 2023, from 6-8 p.m., and Wednesday, February 15, 2023, 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 Service will be held on Thursday, February 16, 2023 at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, at 10:00 a.m., at Holy Trinity Church, West Mifflin, with Rev. Daniel Sweeney officiating. Burial will follow in Holy Trinity Cemetery, West Mifflin. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank.
January 27, 2023 |
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Pauline Marsh-Kelly, age 93, of West Mifflin, passed away on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at home. She was born in Philadelphia on January 19, 1930, was a retired telephone operator for AT&T for 36 years, lived in Garden Grove, CA from 1950-2018 and in West Mifflin from 2018 to the present. She proudly served her country in the Marine Corps from 1948-1950. She was the daughter of late Helen (Antonitis) Evans; wife of the late Jack Harris Marsh for 45 years; mother of Kenneth Marsh of Garden Grove, CA and the late Arthur Marsh; “bonus daughter,” daughter-in-law Laura “Lola” Marsh of West Mifflin; grandmother of Sean Marsh of Carson, CA, Kristina DiVirgilio of Verona, Amy Garcia of Redmond, WA and Travis Marsh of Redmond, WA; 10 great grandchildren; and cousin, Patsy Lescavage of Tuscon, AZ. There will be no visitation or services. 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.
January 23, 2023 |
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Vincent J. “Jimmy” Marino, age 81, passed away peacefully, at his home in New Port Richey, FL, on January 15, 2023. He was born on September 10, 1941, in Duquesne, PA, son of the late Vincent and Mary Marino. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. Vince was the life of a party and made everyone laugh. He enjoyed Christmas time, cooking lots of food, and spending time with his family. Vince cherished his little dog, Misty (foo-foo). In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandson, Christopher Truxal. He is survived by his wife, Linda Marino; loving father to Scott Marino, Dean (Jen) Marino, Kimberly (John) Maywood and Misty (Brian) Suley; proud pappy to Kodi, Jakob, Marissa, Vinny and Maxine, Christopher; step children, Teresa, Trish (Derek), Christine and their children Chelsea, Brandea, Dylan, Jason, Brian, Michele; and several cousins and friends.
Burial service will be held at St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin, with Military Honors. July 15, 2023 at 10 am.
January 23, 2023 |
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John F. Mazzarese, age 84, of West Mifflin, passed away on Saturday, January 21, 2023. Born in Pittsburgh on May 22, 1938, he was the son of the late Frank and Elizabeth (Abell) Mazzarese. He worked in sales, was Catholic by faith, was a member of the Friends of Bill W. for 41 years and also a member of the Friends of Jimmy K. He is the father of Angela Mazzarese of West Mifflin, Michelle Mazzarese of Pittsburgh and late John Mazzarese; 1 grandchild; 5 great grandchildren; and brother of Carmella (late Joseph) Keilly of Avalon, Angelo (Judy) Mazzarese of Port Allegheny, Michael (Vivian) Mazzarese of West Mifflin, Peter (late Louise Ann Brendza) Mazzarese of West Mifflin, Gordon (Jeannie) Mazzarese of West Mifflin and late Frank Mazzarese. No visitation or services are planned. 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.
January 04, 2023 |
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Mary Ellen Binkney, age 79, of West Mifflin, passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2023. Born in McKeesport on July 27, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Stephen and Mary (Vojutasak) Baker. She was a retired registered nurse from UPMC Braddock, a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Trinity Church, enjoyed traveling and going on vacation, enjoyed her martini, and was licensed 50 years as a nurse. Her grandchildren were her life. Mary Ellen is the wife of the late John W. Binkney Jr., who passed away in 2015; mother of Lisa (Daryl) Miller of Venetia and Mark Binkney of West Mifflin; grandmother of Austin Miller and Alena Miller; and sister of Dennis (Pat) Baker of West Mifflin, Joseph Baker of Coulter, and the late Eugene Baker. Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 8, 2023, 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. A Blessing Service will be held at the Funeral Home on Monday, January 9, 2023, at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, at Holy Trinity Church-West Mifflin, at 10:00 a.m., with Rev. Larry Adams, officiating. Burial will follow in Holy Trinity Cemetery-West Mifflin.
December 27, 2022 |
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Joseph D. “Dave” Malloy, age 87, of West Mifflin, passed away on Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at home. Born in West Mifflin on January 1, 1935, he was the son of the late Joseph and Colette (Schweitzer) Malloy. He was a retired car salesman from Babe Charapp Ford in McKeesport and, in retirement, he worked as a security guard at Forbes Nursing and Rehab in Pittsburgh. He was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Name Church, proudly served his country in the Air Force and enjoyed fishing, cooking and all sports. He is the beloved husband of 60 years to Elizabeth “Betty” (O’Leary) Malloy; father of Mary Beth (Glenn) Artim of West Mifflin, Joseph P. (Lisa) Malloy of West Mifflin, and the late David G. Malloy; grandfather of Joseph M. Malloy, Carrie Artim, Ryan Artim, and Kristie (wife Julia) Dean; brother of Patricia (late Ronald) Weinstein of Murrysville and Fred (late Nancy) Malloy of Elizabeth. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.
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December 20, 2022 |
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Norma J. Malloy, age 91, of Duquesne, passed away on Tuesday, December 20, 2022, at home. Born in Pittsburgh on September 29, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Casmir Ganczak and the late Julia (Novak) Ganczak Toth. She was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-St. Joseph Church and was a member of the former Confraternity of Christian Mothers and Guild, where she served as president, vice president and treasurer. She also belonged to the choir and was a CCD teacher. Norma was the wife of the late Francis M. “Sonny” Malloy; mother of Paul (Janice) Malloy of Munhall, Sharon Malloy McCracken of West Mifflin, Patrick Malloy of Duquesne and the late Dennis Malloy; grandmother of Diana (Nick) Barney, Melanie Boyer, Hannah Malloy, Sean Malloy and Brittany McCracken; sister of Rosemary Monzak of Library, PA, late Ronald Ganczak and late Robert (Chris survives) Toth; and sister-in-law of Marcia (late Jim) Malloy of West Mifflin. She is also survived by nieces and nephews and former daughters-in-law Carmen and Pamela. Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 22, 2022, from 11:00 a.m.-12:30 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 Blessing Service will be held after visitation, on Thursday, December 22, 2022, at 12:30 p.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 1:00 p.m., in St. Joseph Church-Duquesne, with Rev. Dan Sweeney officiating. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.
December 19, 2022 |
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Jessica Ann Gretz, age 39, of West Mifflin, passed away on Thursday, December 15, 2022. Born in McKeesport on September 11, 1983, she is daughter of Susan (Wargo) Gretz of West Mifflin and Frank J. Gretz of West Mifflin. Jessica was member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-St. Hedwig Church, a graduate of West Mifflin High School Class of 2001, where she was a cheerleader, a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh with a degree in Communication, and also held a Masters’ Degree. She enjoyed gardening. Jessica is the fiancé of Jesse J. Ferencz; mother of Noah J. Ferencz; and sister of William Allen Cosley of West Mifflin and Kevin Steven Cosley of West Mifflin. She is also survived by Nieces and Nephews. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 21, 2022, from 2-7 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. A Blessing Service will be held at the Funeral Home on Thursday, December 22, 2022, at 10:00 a.m., with Deacon Dan D’Antonio, officiating. Burial will follow in St. Hedwig Cemetery-West Mifflin.
December 14, 2022 |
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Catherine M. Williams, age 97, of West Mifflin, passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 2022. Born in Duquesne on June 5, 1925, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Marie (Denne) Gruber. She was the former co-owner of Dolly Allen’s beauty shop. She was the wife of the late James Robson Williams, who passed away in 1980; mother of Meliss “Missy” (John) Selvaggio of West Mifflin and James G. (Lisa) Williams of Chandler, AZ; grandmother of Lauren (Bill) Lesko, Eric Selvaggio, Logan (Julianne) Williams and Landon Williams; and great grandmother of Henry Lesko. She was predeceased by her brother and sisters, Barbara (husband Carl Sr. survives) Thomas, Clara (late Ed) Smith; Armella (late Jasper) Falvo and John (late Martha) Gruber. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 18, 2022, from 2-6 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 Blessing Service will be held at the Funeral Home on Monday, December 19, 2022, at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Church-Duquesne, with Rev. Fred Gruber, Rev. Peter Gruber and Rev. James Bump, officiating. Burial will follow in Jefferson Memorial Park.
December 09, 2022 |
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Victor G. Boytos, age 61, of West Mifflin, passed away on Friday, December 9, 2022. Born in McKeesport on January 8, 1961, he was the son of the late Victor A. and Angeline (Buzzatto) Boytos. He was a window installer, a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Name Church and he enjoyed fishing, hunting and golf. He is the husband of Karen (Sloss) Boytos; father of Angeline (late Jon) Stajger of North Huntingdon, Abby Boytos of North Huntingdon, Dylan Boytos of West Mifflin and the late Victor “Charlie” Boytos; grandfather of Liliana, Ella, and Aiden Stajger; son-in-law of Juanita (late Charles) Sloss of West Mifflin; and brother of Aggie (Ron) Cisler of West Mifflin. He was predeceased by his sisters Mary Lou (late Jack) Hanks, Victoria (late William) Kelly and Lois Mitsch. Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 11, 2022, 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. A Blessing Service will be held at the Funeral Home on Monday, December 12, 2022, at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m., at Holy Trinity Church, West Mifflin, with Rev. Nick Mastrangelo, officiating. Burial will follow in St. Hedwig Cemetery-West Mifflin. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hillman Cancer Center, 5115 Centre Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15232.
December 08, 2022 |
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Dolores T. (Kruszka) Nolan, age 92, formerly of West Mifflin and Munhall, passed away on Wednesday, December, 7, 2022. Born in Homestead on October 23, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Mayni) Kruszka Sr. She was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Trinity Church. Dolores was the wife of the late Lawrence V. Nolan; mother of Patricia (Fred) Webb of Easley, SC; grandmother of Deidre Colleen (Austin) Smallwood of Columbia, SC and Michael L. Mikulas of Easley, S.C. She was predeceased by her brothers, Joseph (late Marlene) Kruszka Jr. and Edward Kruszka. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 13, 2022, from 2-4 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 Blessing Service will be held at the Funeral Home on Wednesday, December 14, 2022 at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Trinity Church-West Mifflin, with Rev. Nick Mastrangelo officiating. Burial will follow in Holy Trinity Cemetery.
December 04, 2022 |
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Jaquawn J. Walton, age 20, of McKeesport, passed away, tragically, due to a car accident, on Saturday, December 3, 2022. He was born on January 3, 2002, in Pittsburgh, was a 2020 graduate of McKeesport High School, and worked as a fulfillment specialist for Amazon. He loved basketball and going to the gym to workout. He is survived by his dad, Matt Bradley of McKeesport and numerous brothers and sisters. Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 8, 2022, 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 Funeral Service will take place on Friday, December 9, 2022, at 11:00 a.m., with Pastor Eric Ewell, officiating. Burial will follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park.
