July 04, 2021 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Eleanor Melnichak Mitrik, 97, originally from McKeesport, now residing in West Mifflin, died July 3, 2021. God has another angel. Beloved wife of the late Frank A. Mitrik; mother of Lucille (Bill) Holloway and Mary Lynn (Klink) Hudack; sister of the late Mary Lundie, Michael Melinchak, Helen Karpinsky and Albert "Corky" Melnichak; grandmother of Melissa, Rebecca, Daniel, Aaron and Elise; great grandmother of Isabella, Alexander, Madelyn and Alexa; aunt to numerous nieces and nephews and remembered by other special friends She was our beloved matriarch who put her family above all else. Friends received at the Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne on Wed. from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8. A funeral liturgy will be held Thurs. 10:00 am at St. Elias Byzantine Catholic Church. Interment following St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin. The family would like to thank Kane Community McKeesport for their compassion and love for Eleanor. We would also like to thank Bridges Hospice for all of their care and a special thank you to Dr. Muhammad Mukhtar for going above and beyond ensuring Eleanor's best health and comfort throughout the years.
June 30, 2021 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Harry G. Miller, 78, of West Mifflin, died June 29, 2021. He is the son of the late John and Mildred Miller and beloved husband of the late Marie (Gorscak) Miller. He is survived by his daughter Tina Gabrielcik; son Michael Miller, grandchildren Kimberly and Joey Gabrielcik; sisters Patricia Lucas, Laura DeBor, Kaye Timko, Sister Bridget Miller and Rita Wise; brother Joseph Miller; also nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by brothers Jack Miller and James Miller. Harry was a retired material controller for Bombardier; a member of Christ the Light of the World Parish; attended Catholic Seminary High Schools in Michigan, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania; and he attended Duquesne University until enlisting in the U.S. Army where he served in the Vietnam War. Friends received Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne on Friday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8. A funeral mass will be held Sat. 10:00 am at Holy Name Church. Interment following St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin.
June 23, 2021 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Wonnetah R. Janosik, 84, of Celebration FL, died June 21, 2021. She is the daughter of the late Andrew and Minnie Janosik. She is survived by her son Michael (Carol) Mavilla; sister Dolly (Harvey Amoroso) Andersen; brother Bill (Peggy) Janosik; niece Dawn Barrett and nephews Robert Andersen, James Andersen, William Janosik and Michael Janosik. She was preceded in death by her brothers Gene Janosik and Eddie Janosik and nephew John Andersen. Wonnetah was a graduate of Carlow College and a retired telecommunication specialist for Westinghouse; an active member of Celebrators and a member of Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Celebration, FL. Friends received Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne, Pa on Sun. from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8. A funeral mass will be held Mon. at 10:00 am at Holy Name Church. Interment following Jefferson Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank.
June 19, 2021 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Grace M. Seeman, 88, of West Mifflin, died Friday June 18, 2021. She is the beloved wife of the late Paul Seeman. She is the daughter of the late Joseph and Anna Musneskis. She is survived by her daughters Candace (Arthur) Milligan, Grace (the late Wayne) Thompson; sons Paul Seeman, Bruce Seeman, and Daryl (Kathleen) Seeman; grandchildren Jason (Andrea) Thompson, Nichole Seeman, Zachary Seeman, and Olivia Milligan; and great granddaughter Aubree. Grace was a member of St. Elias Byzantine Catholic Church. Private services will be held. Funeral arrangements by Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers memorial Contributions can be made to the American Heart Association or the National Kidney Foundation.
June 12, 2021 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Marianne L. “Marney” Cosgrove, 81, of West Mifflin, was born in Homestead, June 26, 1939 to Ernest and Elizabeth (Luke) Lucas. She graduated from Homestead High School in 1957 and married Roger Cosgrove on May 10, 1958. She worked as an administrative secretary at Bettis Laboratories, McKeesport Hospital, and the University of Pittsburgh. She was an avid reader, loved crafting, and had a quick and clever wit; all of which she imparted to her children and grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Roger L. Cosgrove who passed away in October 2020. Marney is survived by daughters, Tracy DeCarlo and Kelly Linn; granddaughter, Leeanne (Benjamin) Carlucci and grandson, William Smollen with whom she had a special bond.
Marney passed away peacefully knowing that her family loved her, and in her words, she will always be “a constant source of amusement.”
Per her wishes a private service will be held. ARRANGEMENTS BY TEICHART-GRACAN FUNERAL HOME. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to the charity of your choice.
June 10, 2021 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Andrew M. Ferencz, 70, of West Mifflin, died June 9, 2021. He is the son of the late Andrew and Ann (Babjak) Ferencz. He is survived by his wife Connie (Cortazzo) Ferencz; daughters Shari (David) Horne of West Mifflin and Annie (Eric) Beeson of Morgantown, WV; grandchildren Hunter, Owen and Erin and brother Ronald P. Ferencz of West Mifflin. He was also preceded in death by sisters Marlene Goedeke and Kathy Lesko. Andrew was retired from both US Steel and Alco Parking Authority and was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle, formerly St. Agnes Church. Friends will be received at Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne, on Mon. June 14, 2021 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8. A funeral mass will be held Tues. 10:00 am at St. Agnes Church. Interment following Holy Name Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions to either St. Jude's Hospital or the Wounded Warrior Project, or donate to the charity of your choice.
June 08, 2021 |
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Sally M. Scalise, 90, of West Mifflin died March 12, 2020. She is the daughter of the late Louis and Gisel (Lucas) Juhasz and beloved wife of the late Frank V. Scalise. Sally is survived by her daughter Nicolette (Kevin) Laster; sons Mark Scalise and Gregory Scalise; grandson Jaxson Scalise; also nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son Frank C. Scalise; sister Geri Lozano and brothers Robert and Charles Vizzini. A memorial service and celebration of Sally's life will be held on Sunday, June 13, 2021, 11:00 am, at Terrace Church of the Nazarene in West Mifflin. Funeral arrangements by Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne.
May 24, 2021 |
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Edward F. Welsh, 86, of Jefferson Hills, died May 22, 2021. Edward was the third of 11 siblings born to Fritz and Agnes Welsh in Natrona, Pa. He leaves behind his former wife Mary Welsh; daughter Michelene Welsh; son Rick Welsh; grandchildren Sara and Aaden; wife Teresa Conboy; step sons Brian (Tricia) Conboy and Chris (Jady) Conboy; step grandchildren Mark, Steven, Gabriel, Gannon, Talia and Reesa; siblings Dot (the late Dick) Modzelewski, Mary Agnes "Sis" (Vince) Valeri, Bern (the late Louis) Stipic, Bert (Jenny) Welsh, Peg (the late Gary) Pflugfelder, Kathy Welsh and Zita (the late James) Como. He was preceded in death by siblings John Welsh, Joe Welsh, and Roy Welsh. Ed attended St. Joseph grade school and high school. He then attended the Naval Academy of Annapolis. Upon graduation, he went on to serve his country in the AirForce, working on their missile systems. With his service time completed he embarked on earning his law degree at the University of Pittsburgh specializing in patents and litigation. He became a partner in the firm of Parmalee, Miller, Welsh & Kratz, working with many Pittsburgh companies including Heinz and Dravo. He found great joy in hunting and fishing or just enjoying what he called,"the great cathedral of the sky." A memorial mass will be held Friday, May 28 at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church at 11:30 am. Funeral arrangements by Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne.
May 19, 2021 |
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Harold "Harry" D. Cutshall, Jr., 65 of Belle Vernon, formerly of West Mifflin, died May 18, 2021. He is the son of the late Harold and Louise (Rinard) Cutshall, Sr. and beloved husband of the late Lynne Cutshall. Harry is survived by his sons Brian Cutshall and Chad Cutshall; grandchildren Ethan, Ivan, Liv, Harlan, Grace and Justin; sister Delores (Eugene) Hamar; brother Michael (Heather) Cutshall; also nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. He was preceded in death by his sisters Joni Riddlebaugh, Carol Murphy, Nancy Persky and Linda Cutshall. Funeral arrangements by Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne.
May 06, 2021 |
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James H. Rickard, Sr., 87, of West Mifflin, died May 6, 2021. He is the son of the late Samuel and Elizabeth (Kottler) Rickard and beloved husband of the late Ida Mae (Herder) Rickard. He is survived by his children James H. Rickard of Lake City, Pa, Judy (Jack) Fouser of West Mifflin, Dr. David J. Rickard of Kure Beach, NC and Dory J. Rickard of White Oak; grandsons Brett (Dina) Fouser, Brian Fouser and Brad Fouser; great granddaughters Brynn and Dessa; brother Samuel Vincent Rickard, sisters Marie Hamilton and Dorothy Cancilla; also nieces and nephews. Jim was retired from Bell Telephone Company where he worked for over 40 years; was a member of Bell Telephone Workers Credit Union; and was very involved with Duquesne High School Reunion Committee. Anyone who knew Jim, loved Jim. Friends will be received at the Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne on Mon. from 1 to 4 and 6 to 8. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home at Tues. at 11:00 am. Interment following Penn Lincoln Memorial Park, North Versailles.
April 14, 2021 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Joni L. Riddlebaugh, 73, of West Mifflin, died April 13, 2021. She is the daughter of the late Harold and Louise Cutshall and beloved wife of the late Harry Riddlebaugh. Joni is survived by her step daughter Kimberly (Dave) Hritz; siblings Harold (the late Lynne) Cutshall, Dolores (Eugene) Hamar and Michael (Heather) Cutshall; also nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. She was preceded in death by sisters Carol Murphy, Nancy Persky and Linda Cutshall. Joni was retired from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Dept. of Welfare. Funeral arrangements by Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne.
April 12, 2021 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Robert "Bob" Knight, 80, of North Huntingdon, formerly of White Oak, died April 11, 2021. He is the son of the late Robert and Margaret Knight. He is survived by his wife Barbara (Knowlson) Knight; sons Brian Knight, Thomas (Megan) Knight and Martin Knight; grandsons Jacob and Cameron and sister Patricia (Joseph) Villani.
Bob was a retired funeral director, working for many local funeral homes; an area representative for Bass-Mollett and Hydrol Chemical Co.; was a member of the Western Pennsylvania Association of Basketball Officials and Eastern Association of Interscholastic Football Officials. Bob was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in Irwin and a former member of St. Angela Merici Parish in White Oak.
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April 06, 2021 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
William E. Duvall died Feb. 25, 2021 at the White Oak Manor in Charlotte, NC. Born May 13, 1930 with his twin brother Robert in Pitcairn, PA, Bill was the son of the late Joseph R. and Virginia (Schrenghost) Duvall. He graduated from Pitcairn High School in 1948, served in the US Army during the Korean War and graduated from Westminster College in 1958 with a Bachelors Degree in Economics. Bill worked most of his career in the Treasury Dept of US Steel. He was a talented shortstop for US Army baseball teams in Europe and many semi-pro teams in Western PA. During his four years at Westminster College, Bill played in every inning of every game and in 1958 he co-captained Westminster to the PA State Championship. The Pittsburgh Pirates’ Pye Traynor offered Bill a contract to play for the Pirates minor league team in Tampa Bay, but Bill left professional baseball to pursue his family interests and professional career. In 2002, Bill and his brother Bob were inducted into the PA East Boros Sports Hall of Fame. Bill was an avid tennis player and golfer. After moving to Charlotte, NC, to be near his daughter and grandsons, he worked at the Ballantyne Resort golf course during many of his retirement years. Bill was married for 64 years to Gladys Thompson, who predeceased him in 2020. He is survived by his daughter Renee (Kenneth Jr.) Bramlett; grandsons James and Samuel Bramlett; brother Robert (Mary Catherine) Duvall; brother-in-law Clifford (Patti) Thompson; nephews Robert (Ann) Duvall, David (Lori) Duvall & Clifford (Tracy) Thompson and niece Jennifer (Jerry) Yoder. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 10, 10 a.m. at the Presbyterian Church in Pitcairn. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Presbyterian Church of Pitcairn. Funeral arrangements by Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home.
April 05, 2021 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Lynn Kocur, 68, passed away April 2, 2021 in Warminster, PA, formerly of West Mifflin, PA. She was born on September 2, 1952 in McKeesport, PA She is the daughter of the late John and Rose (Bacsi) Simo and beloved wife of the late Ernest Kocur. Lynn is survived by her son John (Renee) Kocur; grandchildren Ryan and Avery and sister Sandra (Erwin) Vettel. Lynn worked as a secretary at Bettis and was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Duquesne. Friends will be received at Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne, on Friday from 10 am to Noon, at which time a funeral service will be held with Pastor John Gropp. Interment following Jefferson Memorial Park.
February 05, 2021 |
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Michael J. Cseripko, 65, died Thursday February 4, 2021. He is the son of the late Joseph and Vivian (Nelson) Cseripko and husband of the late Darlene (Kraus) Cseripko. He is survived by sister-in-law and caretaker throughout his illness Rebecca Kale; beloved partner Susan Early; sister-in-laws Linda Kraus and Cheryl Kraus; and brother-in-laws Charles Kraus and Jonathan Kraus; also nieces and nephews. Mike was a retired industrial electrician and loved by many. Friends recieved Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne Monday from 6-730 at which time a funeral service will be held.
