March 19, 2025 |
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Theodore G. Leriotis, 88, of Monroeville, died peacefully on Sunday, March 16, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born December 18, 1936, in McKeesport, a son of the late George and Helen (Valgas) Leriotis and was also preceded in death by his wife Loretta A. (Acalotto) Leriotis and his brother James G. Leriotis. Before retirement Ted was a self-employed sales representative operating Leriotis Associates alongside his brother Jim. Ted was a people person and missed the daily interactions after retirement. To keep busy, he worked part-time at a local furniture store and later worked as a greeter for Snyder Funeral Home. He enjoyed golfing with friends and his wife, Loretta, at Willowbrook Golf Club. He adored his wife, daughters, and grandchildren and loved all his pets, especially his cat Winston. Ted’s other hobbies included working out at the gym and enjoying weekly lunch gatherings with his friends.
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March 11, 2025 |
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Thomas L. Maher, 87, of Irwin, died Sunday, March 9, 2025. He was born April 14, 1937 in McKeesport, a son of the late Vincent Paul and Catherine (Aaron) Maher Prinz and was also preceded in death by his step-father James Prinz, a brother Paul Richard Maher and step-sister Patricia Albright. Tom was a retired employee of Westinghouse Electro-Mechanical Division and a former member of Rescue 14 and the Manor Lions Club. He enjoyed woodworking. He is survived by his wife of over 68 years Virginia L. (Silverman) Maher; his children Susan L. Maher, Diane L. Dunn and Thomas L. Maher Jr. (Jean); his grandchildren Christopher Dunn (Carey), Elizabeth Dunn and Jennifer Little; his great grandsons Alexander Dunn and Aiden Lineman; a brother James Maher (Sharon); also nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 12, at the William Snyder Funeral Home, 521 Main St., Irwin, where a Blessing Service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 13. Interment will follow in Union Cemetery, North Huntingdon. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Manor Lion's Club, 123 Brandywine Dr., Irwin, PA 15642. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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March 11, 2025 |
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Richard A. Scott, 87, of North Versailles, passed away Friday March 7, 2025. He was born February 4, 1938 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Joseph and Beatrice (Hilf) Scott. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wives Betty (Burger) Scott and Irene (McCutcheon) Scott and step-children Joseph, David, and Pamela McCutcheon. He was a retired printer for Statford Press after 30 years on the job. He was a Navy veteran, an avid bowler, liked to travel, garden, and tend to his fish pond. He also enjoyed golf and played in the Duffers Golf League. Richard is survived by his children Richard A. Jr. (Maura) Scott, Michael Scott, and Russell (Dawn) Scott; his step-children Cynthia “Cindy” Stanbery (Steve), Kenneth “Fritz” McCutcheon and Donald McCutcheon; his grandchildren Chelsea Challingsworth (Joshua), Ahsley Luffey (Ryan), Richard Scott (fiancé Kristy), and Justin Scott; also many step grandchildren and great grandchildren; siblings Michael (Marcie) Scott, Kathleen (Edward) Lesoon, and Joseph (Beverly) Scott; also nieces and nephews.
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March 11, 2025 |
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Ruth A. (Young) Adams, age 80, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, March 6, 2025. She was born August 15, 1944 in Ogden, Utah, a daughter of the late Ralph and Violet (Wolstenhulme) Young. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints. She loved to garden and was vice-president of her garden club. She was a Reiki Master. Ruth was an animal lover and loved her kitties. She is survived by her children Wendy Jo Adams, Martin Adams, Jason Adams and Dawn Simpson; loving “Grammy” to grandchildren Brennan* (Dani) Schricker, Cameron Schricker, Logan Kaczynski, Miranda Adams, Jackson Adams and Alexander (Emily) Fish (Adams); beloved “GiGi” to great grandchildren Brody and Hailey; brother Beryl (Beverly) Young; also nieces. Friends and family will be received Monday from 3 p.m. till time of funeral service at 7 p.m. at the William Snyder Funeral Home, 521 Main Street, Irwin, 724-863-1200. In lieu of flowers a contribution can be made to Grey Paws Sanctuary, 2909 Jacks Run Rd, White Oak, PA 15131. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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March 11, 2025 |
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David George Hardy, 79, of East McKeesport, passed away Friday March 7, 2025. He was born September 6, 1945 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Edward and Dorothy (Radulovich) Hardy, and in addition to his parents was preceded in death by his brother Richard “Harv” Hardy. He was an Air Force veteran and worked as a machinist at Westinghouse Air Brake for 40 years. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing, and was a member of the Ukrainian Club, Wilmerding. David is survived by his loving wife Sharon L. (Covert) Hardy; children Renee L. Hardy of Warrendale, and Michael Hardy of Hutchinson; grandchildren Hunter, Hannah, and Stella; and his sister Debbie (Larry) Sivrich of East McKeesport; and niece Courtney Sivrich Funeral services are private and are being handled by the Forgie-Snyder Funeral Home, 1032 Broadway Ave., East McKeesport, 412-823-8083. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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March 08, 2025 |
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Eileen M. (Sprute) Flodine, age 96, of North Versailles passed away Thursday, March 6, 2025. She was born February 3, 1929 in North Braddock, the daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Vrabel) Sprute. She was a devoted mother and enjoyed gardening and crocheting sweaters for everyone in the family.
She is survived by her children Keith Flodine of North Versailles, Kim (Former husband Stephen) Chupinka of North Strabane and Kurt (Lisa) Flodine of North Versailles; grandchildren Brett (Audrianna) Chupinka, Tyler (Stephanie) Chupinka, Colin (Lexie) Chupinka, Shane Flodine, Tanner Flodine and Cameron Flodine; and great grandchildren Brody, Luciana, Cooper, Brielle, Theo, Jett and Isla.
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March 04, 2025 |
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Regis “Rege” “Regie” Kollar, 67, passed away Friday, February 28, 2025 after a short battle with cancer. He was born July 23, 1957.
Rege was a ceramic tile installer by profession and was passionate about his work. Rege enjoyed frequently going to his brother Ray’s hunting cabin to hunt wildlife with his brothers and friends. He was a longtime member of the Hartford Heights Fire Hall. Rege will be greatly missed by his entire family.
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March 04, 2025 |
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John Thomas Howell, 73, of North Huntingdon, passed away peacefully on Monday February 24, 2025, with his devoted and loving wife of 36 years Barbara by his side. He was born February 10, 1952 in North Versailles, a son of the late William and Blanche Howell, and he was also preceded in death by his brothers Willy Howell, Bob Howell, and Charles Howell; and his sister Lynne Moon; father in-law John McEwen; and brother in-law Robert who was always there to help his sister care for John after his Parkinson’s (PSP) diagnosis. In addition to his wife Barbara (McEwen) Howell; he is survived by his sisters Cindy (John) Talbot and Blanche Stupar "Sis"; mother in-law Antoinette McEwen; brother in-law John (Lauren) McEwen; daughters Lisa (Larry) DiPano, Lori (Jim) Shigo; grandchildren Kaitlyn (Michael) Nesbit, Dylan (Maddie) Zgurich, Tyler Shigo; two great grandchildren; and nieces and nephews who loved their Uncle John dearly. John retired from Proline Pipeline, and was a hard worker for many years with Wright Industries, and many companies that sub contracted for the gas industry. He was well known and respected due to his knowledge and dedication. He paved the way for others including many family members whose love for Uncle John led them to follow in his footsteps. Often referred to as a legend in his field some even called him the Godfather of the Pipeline. John was an avid hunter and enjoyed his deer hunting trips, drinking beer, laughing, and having good times with his buddies at his hunting camp in Glen Campbell. A special thanks to the caring, kindness, and love shown to John by Shyra , Becky, and all the wonderful people at Bridges Hospice, they are true angels. John will be sadly missed. Services are private and are being handled by William Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., 521 Main St., Irwin, 724-863-1200. Memorial contributions can be made to APDA or the Parkinson’s Foundation.
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February 08, 2025 |
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Natalie (Dorosa) Drop, 74, of Irwin, passed away Friday, January 31, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 26, 1950 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Maxim and Anne (Matanic) Dorosa. Natalie was a graduate of Temple University with a degree in Anthropology, and also graduated from the Mercy Hospital School of Nursing. She retired as a Registered Nurse.
She was a Past Worthy Matron of the Order of Eastern Star, Jeannette Chapter, and a member of the Eastern Star Bluebirds. She is survived by her son Timothy J. Drop, a sister Nadine Dorosa, a brother Maxim Dorosa (Mary), aunt Mary Matanic, and uncle Michael Matanic (Anita).
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February 08, 2025 |
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Esther L. (McBride) McIntosh, formerly of North Versailles, passed away on January 29, 2025 in Walden’s View, Assisted Living, North Huntingdon.
She was born August 21, 1929, in East McKeesport, a daughter of the late George H. Sr. and Emma (Loeffler) McBride and was also preceded in death by her beloved husband William D. McIntosh, sons Ronald A. McIntosh and Richard D. McIntosh, and siblings Lois Kelly, George H. McBride Jr., John F. McBride, and Elaine Costandinu. She is survived by her son William D. McIntosh Jr. and his wife Daryl; 3 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; a sister Dorothy Sinkinson; and nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, February 2, at the Forgie-Snyder Funeral Home, 1032 Broadway, East McKeesport, where a funeral service will follow at 4 p.m. Private interment will be next to her husband at Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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January 29, 2025 |
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Scott R. Shank, 59, of Penn Township, passed away at home on Monday January 20, 2025 surrounded by his family. He was born July 12, 1965 in McKeesport, a son of the late Robert E. and Patricia (Hadad) Shank. He had a 36 year career in law enforcement; he first served the McKeesport Police Department, then moved on to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General as a Narcotics Agent for 25 years - where he retired in 2015. After retirement from the Attorney General's Office, he was a School Resource Officer at Gateway School District, and ended his career at Seton Hill University where he served as a Police Officer.
Scott enjoyed car shows and martial arts. He was a hard worker who used the skills he learned from his dad to complete countless renovations at his own home, and the homes of many family members and friends.
He is survived by his beloved wife Christina C. (Beaumont) Shank; sons Brandyn (Lacy) Shank of Wilkins Twp., Evyn Shank and Ethyn Shank both of Penn Township; sister and brothers Dawn (Jerry) Wonderling of McKeesport, Tracey Shank of Jefferson Hills, and Ryan (Sandy) Shank of Shaler; also cherished nieces, nephews and in-laws. Friends and family were received at the William Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., 521 Main Street, Irwin, 724-863-1200. Interment followed in Grandview Cemetery, North Versailles. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may contribute to the Reflections of Grace Foundation, https://www.reflectionsofgrace.org. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com
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January 29, 2025 |
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Donald F. Austin, 87, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, January 20, 2025, at AHN Forbes Regional Hospital. He was born August 1, 1937, in McKeesport, a son of the late Julius and Elizabeth (Smith) Austin and was also preceded in death by a brother Julius J. Austin, a sister Elizabeth E. Tkac, grandson Jared Lee Hooke, great grandson Jett Roman Austin, brothers-in-law John, Frank, and Bill Patterson, Bob Cornell, and Steve Cindric, and sisters-in-law Gay (Bost) Austin, Carol (Maley) Patterson, and Dorlee “Geege” Patterson. He is survived by his wife of 68 years Shirley J. (Patterson) Austin; ;their children Tracy Hawley (Bill) of Irwin, Donn (Cindy) Austin of Penn Township, Erin Hooke (Bill) of North Huntingdon, and Chad (Dr. Curren Katz) of Titusville, NJ; his grandchildren Joey (Sara), Joshua (Samantha), Andy (Dr. Katrina), Jonathan (Carley), Ryan (Claudia), Colin (Katelynn), Jesse (Amber), Devin (Lindsay), Jadon, Aidan, Caelan, and Emiliana: great grandchildren Jayce, William, Charlotte, Lyam, Lily, Marshall, Maeve, Celine, and Silas. He is also survived by his Goddaughter Valerie (David) Luehm, and many nieces and nephews and their families. After graduating from McKeesport Vocational High School, Class of 1955, Don began working for Thorofare Markets, a local grocer, where he was manager of produce. After 15 years in retail Don fulfilled his lifelong dream of a career in law enforcement. He joined the North Huntingdon Township Police Department as a patrolman, and later, working with youth as a Juvenile Officer, advancing to the rank of Sergeant. Don was instrumental in implementing the Field Training Program used by the department. He retired from the force with 30 years of service. After retirement form the police department he was elected Commissioner of Ward 7 of North Huntingdon Township and served for 12 years. Don was a member of the Allegheny Valley Lodge 39, Fraternal Order of Police, New Kensington Division, the Penn’s Woods Civic Association, and Irwin First United Methodist Church. Don was an honest, hard-working man. In addition to always having a full time job, he also held second and third jobs as a means of providing for his family. He worked in construction, as a cab driver, and funeral attendant and hearse driver, just to name a few. He was also a jack-of-all trades as evidenced by his countless renovations to the family home, fixing cars, and putzin’ around the house. He enjoyed deer hunting and the outdoors and he’d tell you he never bagged the “big one”. After retirement Don took great pleasure in attending the activities of his grandchildren, spending time at the football field, track, and gymnasium. He also enjoyed watching sports, especially his Pittsburgh teams the Steelers, Penguins, and Pirates. Relatives and friends of Don will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the William Snyder Funeral Home, 521 Main Street, Irwin, where a funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday with Pastor Alex Ielase of First Evangelical Free Church, McKeesport, officiating. Interment will follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park, North Huntingdon. In lieu of flowers a contribution can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or the Wounded Warrior Project. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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January 29, 2025 |
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Richard C. Dombrowski, age 89, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2025. He was born November 28, 1935 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Helen Dombrowski. He served in the Navy and went onto work for many years as a conductor and brakeman for Union Railroad in Duquesne. He loved golfing, bowling and trips to the beach. In addition to his mother, he is preceded in death by his son-in-law David DiBiase; brother Joseph Dombrowski; sister Carol Jean Jiansante; and his dog Hannah. He is survived by his wife of over 67 years Carol A. (Wieseckel) Dombrowski; children Debbie (John) Brletic of New Alexandria, Diane DiBiase of Harrison City, Dawn Baker of Harrison City, Darla Dombrowski of Level Green and Rick (Kylie) Dombrowski of Irwin; 10 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Friends and family will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. January 30th at the William Snyder Funeral Home, 521 Main Street, Irwin, 724-863-1200. Everyone will gather at the funeral home at noon on Friday January 31st for a Blessing Service. Interment with military honors will follow at Twin Valley Memorial Park in Delmont. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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January 29, 2025 |
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On January 23, 2025, our Lord brought home one of his greatest workers, Janet Williams, born 4-13-1940,
who was originally from Johnstown, Pa. then for over 50 years lived in North Versailles, and finally passing at Redstone in Irwin, Pa.
Janet and her deceased husband Don (2017) were the most dedicated, hardest working, loyal people, that never accepted a penny for all of their work for their neighborhood, and friends. They cultivated their own yard, their gorgeous flowers, and their shrubs into an unmatched heavenly beauty.
Janet was an Elementary school teacher and Principal at St. Roberts. However one of Jan and Don’s greatest joys was working with the wonderful folks at Meals on Wheels in North Versailles. Janet and Don are finally back together again, to continue with giving and caring for all. There will be no viewing at Janet’s request. Memorial Donations may be made to Meals on Wheels of North Versailles, Pa.
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January 01, 2025 |
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Margaret E. (LaCivita) Ratesic, 93, of East McKeesport, passed away peacefully on Saturday December 28, 2024. She was born October 7, 1931 in East McKeesport, the youngest daughter and last surviving child of the late John and Valverdina (Lucarelli) LaCivita and was also preceded in death by her husband George “Tucky” Ratesic; brothers Pete LaCivita, Lou LaCivita, Anthony LaCivita, and Michael LaCivita; and sisters Lucille Lokay, Mary Greselin, and Josephine Brush.
She was a graduate of Westinghouse Memorial High School, a member of Mary Mother of God Parish, St. Robert Bellarmine Church, and worked for 22 years at North Versailles Bowling Center in the snack bar, where she was known as Aunt Marge. Margaret loved to cook, and enjoyed planting flowers every spring which she referred to as “playing in the dirt”. She is survived by her children Georgeann (Bill) Kirk of White Oak, and Mark (Sue) Ratesic also of White Oak; grandchildren Juliann Kirk, Kelly (Tom) McCloskey, Randy (Sara) Benson, and Katie (Greg) Casile; great grandchildren Tommy McCloskey, Jakob McCloskey, Mya McCloskey, Valent Casile, Rocco Casile, Everett Benson, and Vaughn Benson; also many nieces and nephews.
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