Andrew Kozarian

July 19, 2024 |

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Andrew Kozarian, age 99, of McKeesport, PA, died on Sunday, July 14, 2024. He was born in Meadville, PA on December 12, 1924 and was the son of the late Michael and Mary Agopian Kozarian. Andrew proudly served in the United States Army during WWII. He was the owner of Kozarian’s Heating and Cooling that originated in McKeesport then moved to Duquesne, then to North Huntingdon.

Danny Floyd Lumpkin

July 19, 2024 |

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Robert Henry “Bo Wagner” Bogesdorfer

July 16, 2024 |

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Robert Henry “Bo Wagner” Bogesdorfer, age 78, died on Saturday, July 13, 2024. He was born in Whitaker on March 24, 1946 and is the son of the late Henry G. and Lucille Bogesdorfer. He was an entertainer his entire adult life and was the lead singer for the Vogues for over 30 years. He then went on to create a Rat Pack Tribute.

Maxine Helen Miller

July 16, 2024 |

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Maxine Helen Miller, age 88, of Port Vue, PA, died on Monday, July 15, 2024. She was born in Turtle Creek, PA on September 18, 1935 and was the daughter of the late Max and Elizabeth Hodgson Brickley. Maxine was a 1953 graduate of Turtle Creek High School. She was employed at Westinghouse, then EMT Service, and later as an office manager for a podiatry office. She was a member of the former Glassport Assembly of God (now River City Church AG) for over 35 years. Maxine’s interests included playing piano in her band, “Just Us”, at retirement homes, in her church, as well as participating in Vacation Bible School and Missionettes. She enjoyed archery, bowling, was an extremely talented seamstress, and made the most beautiful crafts. She also enjoyed writing children’s books.

Robert “Bob” Leroy Dougherty, Jr.

July 15, 2024 |

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Robert “Bob” Leroy Dougherty, Jr., age 74, of Rostraver Twp., PA, died on Monday, July 15, 2024. He was born in Elizabeth, PA on March 14, 1950 and was the son of the late Robert Leroy, Sr. and Lois Jean McKown Dougherty. Bob was a dedicated volunteer for sporting events at Serra Catholic High School, and was very active in church support at St. Joseph’s in Port Vue and St. Angela’s in White Oak. His hobbies included running, biking, kayaking, and volunteering with the Mon/Yough Trail Council. He enjoyed several years of retirement in The Villages, FL before returning to Pittsburgh in 2020 to be with his family. Certainly, God has prepared an extensive cookie table in Heaven to welcome “Cookie Bob”.

Annette Miller

July 15, 2024 |

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Annette Miller, age 63, of McKeesport, died on Saturday, July 13, 2024. She was born in McKeesport on February 23, 1961 and was the daughter of the late Delmar and Rose Anselmo Aukerman. Annette was a 1979 graduate of McKeesport Area High School and later was employed as a Certified Nursing Assistant at various personal care homes in the area. She enjoyed traveling with her husband, especially to Lake Erie.

Jay Allen Weiss

July 12, 2024 |

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Jay Allen Weiss, age 67, of Pittsburgh, PA, died on Friday, July 12, 2024. He was born in Pittsburgh, PA on May 13, 1957 and is the son of Sally Ann Bailey Weiss of Pittsburgh, PA and the late Seymour Weiss. Jay was a member of the U.S. Army National Guard, and was employed as a police officer for over twenty years in Cleveland, OH.

Philip C. Helderlein

July 11, 2024 |

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Philip C. Helderlein, 86, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2024, surrounded by his family. Philly, or “Butch” as many of his friends and loved ones called him, was born on September 20, 1937, in McKeesport Hospital to Philip and Eleanor Helderlein. He grew up in Glassport, PA, and graduated from St. Peter’s High School in McKeesport, PA. Phil was the second generation of sign makers continuing to operate Helderlein Signs, a staple of the McKeesport community, which was in business for a remarkable 94 years.

Darlene Taylor

July 10, 2024 |

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Darlene Taylor, age 76, of Homestead, PA, was born on July 22, 1947. She departed this life on June 22, 2024. Darlene attended Homestead School District. She was employed as a V.I.S.T.A. Worker (VOLUNTEER IN SERVICE TO AMERICA) at the Rainbow Kitchen in Homestead and at Myriam's Shelter in Pittsburgh as a Resident Advisor. She belonged to the Women's League at the Salvation Army and enjoyed attending many functions at the Carnegie Library.

Keith Michael Lucas

July 10, 2024 |

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Keith Michael Lucas, age 63, of Liberty Borough, passed away on Monday, July 8, 2024. Keith was born on December 17, 1960, in Southside, PA, to Dorothy W. (Sadlowski) Lucas of Liberty Borough and the late Thomas F. Lucas. He is survived by his siblings: Linda (James) Knefely of South Bend, IN, Daniel (Kris) Lucas of South Bend, IN, Phyllis (Charles) King of West Columbia, SC, Clinton Lucas of Clermont, FL, Hope (James Kevin) Pennington of McKeesport, PA, Howard Lucas of Liberty Borough, PA, and Ronald (Jill)Lucas of McKeesport, PA, along with several nieces and nephews.

Irene E. Wander

July 09, 2024 |

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Irene E. Wander, age 98, of Boca Raton, FL, formerly of White Oak, PA, died peacefully on Saturday, July 6, 2024. She was born in Pittsburgh, PA on December 2, 1925 and was the daughter of the late Simon and Rachel Finkelstein Rudick. For 72 years, Irene was married to the late Harvey Wander. Soon after their marriage, they moved to McKeesport where they raised their two children.

William Edward Manges, Jr.

July 08, 2024 |

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William Edward Manges, Jr., age 60, of White Oak, PA, died Sunday, July 7, 2024. He was born October 26, 1963, in Berea, OH. He is finally free from his earthly pains and now at peace.

Lisa Ann Beatty

July 08, 2024 |

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Lisa Ann Beatty, age 53, of Elizabeth Township, PA, died on Sunday, July 7, 2024, peacefully at home. She was born September 25, 1970, in McKeesport, PA, and is the daughter of Vincent and Joan Spang Aiello of White Oak, PA.

Gregory B. Carneal

July 08, 2024 |

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Gregory B. Carneal, age 69, of West Mifflin, PA, died on Saturday, July 6, 2024. He was born in Barberton, OH on April 29, 1955, and was the son of the late Bland Ewin and Clara Edith Watson Carneal. Greg was employed in the factory at General Motors for thirty years. Once retired from G.M., Greg was the proprietor of Guns Priced Right at 100 Bettis Road in Dravosburg. He was a proud member of the NRA, a lifelong Browns fan, a huge fan of Dale Ernhart, Sr. and was such a strong, honest and good man, along with being a terrific provider for his family.

Linda Lee Feick

July 06, 2024 |

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Linda Lee Feick, age 81, of McKeesport, PA, died Friday, July 6, 2024. She was born January 13, 1943, in Lackawanna, NY, and is the daughter of the late Herbert and Freda Bornyas Verner. She was our curmudgeon and old battle axe, but she was loved to the moon and back.