August 21, 2016 |
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Earl C. Shepherd Jr., age 46, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, August 18, 2016. He was born December 13, 1969 in McKeesport, the son of Patricia (Thomas) Novak and the late Earl C. Shepherd. He served in the Marines and went on to be a Police Officer in North Versailles, Glassport and the City of Pittsburgh. He also served as a Pittsburgh Firefighter, and worked several years as a Sports Performance Coach. Earl competed internationally on the U.S. Bobsled Team from 1996-2001.
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August 21, 2016 |
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Nancy May (Auman) Berrett, age 85, of East McKeesport, passed away on Saturday, August 20, 2016. She was born June 4, 1931 in Stahlstown, a daughter of the late John and Olive M. (miller) Auman. She was a former member of the First Methodist Church in East McKeesport. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband James W. Berrett; and son Steven Edward “Ed” Berrett; and sisters Jean Chrisman and Dorothy Ambrose.
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August 17, 2016 |
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Andrew "Andy" Nicholas Iski, age 94, passed away Monday, August 15, 2016 after a short illness. He was born March 25, 1922 to the late Andrew B. and Irene Iski. With the outbreak of World War II, he volunteered for service and served honorably in the United States Army in Europe. He fought in the Battle of Bulge. For his service he received three Bronze Stars and the Purple Heart. He married the late Valentina (Teen) Smerkar on May, 8, 1943.
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August 15, 2016 |
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Angela J. “Angel” Jones, 66, of Irwin, died August, 2016. She was born June 12, 1950 in Boston, MA, the daughter of the late Virginia (Darymple) Hanley. Angel graduated from Shadyside School of Nursing and was a retired registered nurse for UPMC Shadyside Hospital. She was good hearted and kind to everyone. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Surviving are her husband of thirty five years, Willie L. Jones; her daughter Rachel Carter; her grandchildren, Shyleea, Mya, Syiere, and Kira; her brother Robert Hanley; also nieces and nephews.
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August 12, 2016 |
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Vernon C. “Buzzie” Scott Jr., 63, of Penn Hills, died Friday August 5, 2016 at home. He was born January 23, 1953 in Wilkinsburg, a son of the late Vernon C. Sr. and Audrey L. (Harkins) Scott and was also preceded in death by siblings David Scott and Cynthia Johnson. He is survived by loving sisters and brother Susan J. Scott of Larimer, Rachel Smith of Franklin, and Jeffrey Scott and Karen Scott both of Chambersburg; his aunt Susan Smith of North Huntingdon; also many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins.
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August 10, 2016 |
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Linda Ann (Morgan) Gynn, age 69, of North Versailles, passed away on Sunday, August 7, 2016. She was born May 12, 1947 in Braddock, the daughter of the Late Ralph W. and Marion R. (Lindsay) Morgan. She worked as a flight attendant for U.S. Air for over 25 years, and was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in North Versailles. She was very proud of her Scottish Heritage. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother Ralph N. Morgan and his wife Judy Morgan.
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August 10, 2016 |
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Rebecca J. (Merritt) Atkinson, 41, of White Oak, died Wednesday August 3, 2016, at home. Daughter of Stephanie (Polka) Merritt; sister of Lucas J. Merritt (wife Keisha Lewis) and Alexander W. Bowland; aunt of L. J. Lewerrit. Rebecca loved animals and loved the beach, shopping, cooking, and gardening. She loved her family and friends, and was always there to help. She was a vibrant beautiful person. There will be no viewing.
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August 08, 2016 |
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Joseph J. Barnhart, 54, of Irwin, passed peacefully, Sunday August 7, 2016, at home with his loving wife, step daughter and grandson by his side. Joe was property director for the YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh and enjoyed fishing, hunting, and riding his motorcycle.
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August 08, 2016 |
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Frank J. Jerina, 83, of Irwin went to be with his Lord and Savior, Sunday August 7, 2016. He was born November 12, 1932 in Herminie, a son of the late Joseph and Frances (Vozel) Jerina and was also preceded in death by his wife Clara F. (Hopkinson) Jerina and siblings, Joseph and Donald Jerina, Fran Zunic, and Mary Wood. He was an Army veteran of the Korean Conflict, a retired engineer for Westinghouse Airbrake Co., Wilmerding, a member of Word of Life Ministries, Greensburg, and the VFW and the S.N.P.J. Lodge both of Herminie.
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August 07, 2016 |
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Dennis Hearn, 83, of Irwin, died Saturday August 6, 2016, at home. He was born May 13, 1933 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Dennis A. and Matilda (Lee) Hearn. Prior to retirement he was employed by Georgia Pacific. He was an Army veteran of the Korean Conflict. In addition to his parent he is preceded in death by his brother Earl Hearn and son in law Dan Jones.
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August 05, 2016 |
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Gerald “Jerry” K. Madeira, age 75, of Irwin, passed away Thursday, August 4, 2016. He was born January 26, 1941 in Grapeville, a son of the late Claude and Irene (Smith) Madeira. He retired after a long career as a truck driver and last drove for Hitman Transportation for over 17 years as an owner operator. He was a generous person that enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson and vacationing in Daytona, Florida.
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July 27, 2016 |
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Ruth A. (McSteen) Likar, 75, of North Huntingdon, died Tuesday July 26, 2016, at home. She was born January 13, 1941 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Francis and Lillian (Mitchell) McSteen and was also preceded in death by two brothers, William and Robert McSteen, and a sister, Helen McSteen. She was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, North Huntingdon, and formerly active with the Penn’s Woods Civic Association.
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July 25, 2016 |
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Herbert C. Anderson, 85, of North Irwin, died Saturday July 23, 2016. He was born March 24, 1931 in North Irwin, a son of the late Herbert T. and Karen A. (Dahlman) Anderson and was also preceded in death by his son in law, John Cenis and a brother, Robert C. Anderson. He was a graduate of North Huntingdon High School, Class of 1950, was a retired employee of Westinghouse Electric Corp., Trafford, and a member of Norwin Alliance Church.
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July 25, 2016 |
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Russell J. “Rusty” Collie, 83, of North Huntingdon, died Friday July 22, 2016 at home. He was born December 15, 1932 in Claridge, a son of the late Russell and Rose (Zahrobsky) Collie and was also preceded in death by a sister Rosemary Bengel and an infant sister Beverly. He was a retired assistant superintendent of labor relations for the Union Railroad and was also a former schoolteacher for the Turtle Creek High School.
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July 25, 2016 |
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Aleeda (Koelsch) McIntyre, age 85, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, July 21, 2016. She was born October 8, 1930 in Irwin, a daughter of the late John Francis and Agnes (Gustafson) Koelsch. She was a former member of the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Irwin and worked for over 40 years as the secretary of McIntyre & Sons Garbage Disposal.
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