September 13, 2016 |
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Heather M. Dervin, 26, of North Huntingdon, died Saturday September 10, 2016 at home. She was born October 26, 1989 in Monroeville, the daughter of Max D. Dervin (step mother Karen) and Diane (Lovas) Mardell (step father Dennis). Heather was a graduate of Norwin High School, class of 2008. Her interests were in culinary arts, drawing, writing, and poetry. She loved cats and was a huge Pittsburgh Penguins fan. She is a granddaughter of the late Jack and Pauline Dervin and Chuck and Patti Sasse.
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September 11, 2016 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Frances F. Dunkelberger, age 94, of Wilmington, Delaware, formerly of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday September 9, 2016. She was born April 4, 1922 in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of the late Louis and Helen (Gorison) Ferragamo. She was the former Assistant Manager at the Price Lanes Bowling Alleys in Wilmington, Delaware and enjoyed cooking and working in her garden.
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September 03, 2016 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Barbara A. (Kramer) Lewis, 84, of Manor, died Thursday September 1, 2016, at home. She was born July 17, 1932 in Irwin, a daughter of the late William and Anna (Oshesky) Kramer and was also preceded in death by siblings, Betty Miller and Joseph and William Kramer. She was a retired employee of Dormont Manufacturing, Export.
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September 01, 2016 |
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John E. Nedley, 78, of Penn, died Tuesday August 30, 2016. He was born June 14, 1938 in Hempfield Township, a son of the late William and Rose Marie (Dreistadt) Nedley. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his brothers William and Paul Nedley. John was a 1956 graduate of Jeannette High School, an Air Force Veteran that served during the Vietnam Conflict, and a retired foreman at General Tire, Jeannette.
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August 25, 2016 |
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Randy D. Weston, 59, of Irwin, died Monday August 22, 2016. He was born June 4, 1957 in Greensburg, a son of Nancy (Elliott) Vaglia of Trafford and the late Thomas Weston also step son of Philip Vaglia. Randy was a former EMT for Mutual Aid, Greensburg. In addition to his mother and stepfather he is survived by his children Amber (Larry) Williamson of Richland, N.C., Kailin (Jeremy) Owens of Greensburg and Randy D. Weston II of Richland, N.C. 8 grandchildren; sisters Terri Campbell, Wendy Snyder, and Michelle Weston; brothers Thomas (Billie Jo) Weston, Paul (Darlene) Weston and David (Kim) Weston; his sister in law Helen O’Dell; also aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
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August 25, 2016 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Thomas L. Strawins, Jr., 77, of East McKeesport, died Wednesday August 24, 2016. He was born August 19, 1939 in Pittsburgh, the son of the late Thomas L. Sr. and Lillian (Ford) Strawins. He was a an Air Force veteran, a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh with a degree in business administration, a retired employee of Westinghouse Airbrake Co., Wilmerding with 35 years of service and had also worked at Forgie-Snyder Funeral Home, East McKeesport and First Student Bus Lines, Wall. He was a member of St. Robert Bellarmine Church, East McKeesport where he served as an usher, a member of parish council, and various other committees, and was a former democratic chairperson in East McKeesport borough.
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August 22, 2016 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Mary Louise (Newlin) “Nook” Gundaker, age 88, of Irwin, died peacefully Friday, August 19, 2016 at Excela Westmoreland Hospital. She was one month shy of her 89th birthday. She was born September 15, 1927 in Shafton, to the late James “Peenie” Newlin and Margaret Thompson “Peg” James. She was the stepdaughter of the late Dr. Emory S. James. Nook graduated from Norwin High School, class of 1945 and subsequently attended and graduated from Grace Martin Business School.
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August 21, 2016 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
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 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
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 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
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 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
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 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
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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