December 29, 2020 |
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Ralph Evanchak, Sr., age 91, of Port Vue, died December 27, 2020, at home. Born October 19, 1929, in Liberty Borough, he was the son of the late Joseph and Lillian (Naylor) Evanchak and the husband of the late Marion Grace (Irwin) Evanchak for 63 years.
Ralph retired from Consolidated Rail Corporation. He was a devoted member of Liberty Presbyterian Church. Ralph was a United States Marine Corps veteran, serving during the Korean War.
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December 28, 2020 |
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Janet E. Baker, age 70, of Liberty Borough, died December 26, 2020, at home. Born February 25, 1950, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Gatto and Madeline (Knee) Gatto.She was the wife of Hilary L. Baker, Jr., for 51 years.
Janet retired as a bookkeeper and then cared for her grandchildren. She was a member of the Liberty Presbyterian Church for over 40 years, where she served as an Elder, Deacon, and was active with the Women's Club. Janet enjoyed traveling and the most important thing in the world was her grandchildren's happiness.
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December 28, 2020 |
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Michael D. Smith, age 64, of Pittsburgh, died December 20, 2020, at UPMC Shadyside. Born May 8, 1956, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late David William and Nellie Renee (Mixon) Smith.
Michael worked at many different places up until his disability would no longer allow him to work. He volunteered at the Chain of Hope of Pittsburgh, where he was a cook and always there to lend a hand. Michael enjoyed walking, whistling his favorite tunes, and especially loved his grandchildren.
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December 22, 2020 |
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Patricia J. Sullinger, age 71, of White Oak, died December 16, 2020, at home. Born July 4, 1949, in Turtle Creek, she was the son of the late Charles and Eleanor (Incheck) Rubbo and the wife of the late Robert Sullinger.
Patricia was retired from Family Hospice, where she was a Registered Nurse. She truly loved caring for her patients and serving the families during their time of need. Patricia also loved her dogs Mirra and Loki.
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December 18, 2020 |
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Jonathan Singer, age 45, of Liberty Borough, formerly of Clairton, died December 15, 2020, at The Grove at Irwin. Born December 12, 1975, in Clairton, he was the son of Robert and Joan (Hinkel) Singer.
Jonathan was faced with many challenges throughout his life. Allthough he was faced with these challenges, he learned to express love and happiness. He had a charming and infectious smile, anyone that knew him loved him. Jonathan had a passion for trucks, cars, motorcycles, and anything loud. His greatest joy was taking day trips to Round Hill Park and Exhibit Farm with his family.
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December 15, 2020 |
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Betty M. Powell, age 94, of Turtle Creek, passed away December 12, 2020, at home with her family by her side. Born July 22, 1926, in Penn Township., she was the daughter of the late William and Elsie (Cramer) Holtzer.
Betty worked as a nanny for many friends and family throughout her life. She also enjoyed the interaction of patrons in the restaurant business. She devoted her life to caring for her children and grandchildren. Betty enjoyed Polka music, dancing, gardening, cooking, home remodeling, and Pittsburgh sports (especially the Pirates).
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December 11, 2020 |
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Patricia M. Shaffner, age 73, of Whitaker, died December 9, 2020, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born April 2, 1947, in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Johanna (Karkoska) Kusek and the wife of the late Robert Shaffner.
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December 08, 2020 |
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Carol Kondrosky, age 71, of White Oak, passed away peacefully on December 3, 2020, with her family by her side. Born September 19, 1949, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Anna (Kish) Kondrosky.
Carol was a judicial secretary for the Court of Common Pleas of Allegheny County and the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. She was a member of the Mary Mother of God Parish and the Croation Fraternal Union Lodge 146.
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December 03, 2020 |
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Wayne C. Horvatin, age 69, of Dravosburg, died December 1, 2020, at UPMC McKeesport. Born February 21, 1951, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late William and Goldie (Barlow) Horvatin.
Wayne retired from UPMC McKeesport Hospital, where he was a patient care technician with over 40 years of service. Wayne enjoyed trips to Myrtle Beach, SC.
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December 03, 2020 |
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Angel "Mike" Diaz, age 82 of McKeesport, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 28, 2020, after a long battle with lung cancer. Born in Comerio, Puerto Rico, on September 18, 1938, he was the son of the late Daniel Vincente Diaz and Rosa Rivera Diaz.
Angel moved to Pittsburgh in the mid-1960s. He was a skilled carpenter and a great cook. He will be sadly missed by his family.
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December 01, 2020 |
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Nancy I. King, age 86, of Lincoln Borough, died November 30, 2020, at Riverside Care Center. Born May 19, 1934, in Elizabeth, she was the daughter of the late James W. and Dorothea (Carothers) Trumpe.
Nancy was a fun-loving woman of faith who had the most beautiful smile. She attended the former Bell Bridge Wesleyan Church of Lincoln Borough. Nancy was a US Army veteran, serving during peacetime and loved to wear red, white and blue. She was a member of the Lincoln Borough Mother's Club and a participant of Community Life for many years.
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November 19, 2020 |
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Joseph A. Gricar, age 62, of Versailles, died November 17, 2020, at UPMC McKeesport. Born May 15, 1958, in McKeesport, he was the son of the Matilda (Como) Gricar and the late Frank Gricar. Joseph was a lifetime member of the Versailles Boro. Volunteer Fire Department where he was a past Chief and President. He retired from the Allegheny County Jail and was also a Pennsylvania State Constable. He was a third degree master Mason at the John A. Brashear Lodge 743 and a member of the Sons of Italy in Glassport.
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November 19, 2020 |
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Shawn J. Jones, age 58, of Millville, NJ, died November 10, 2020, at home. Born February 2, 1962, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Marvin Jones, Sr. and Henrietta B. Gregory-Jones.
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November 17, 2020 |
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Kenneth L. Goldsworthy, age 67, of Elizabeth, died November 13, 2020, at home. Born February 8, 1953, in Glassport, he was the son of the late Palmer and Helen (Mordecki) Goldsworthy and the husband of Nancy (Valecko) Goldsworthy for 43 years. Ken was retired from Sears Home Improvements, where he was a construction foreman.
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November 16, 2020 |
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Norma J. Geissler, age 82, of Port Vue, formerly of Christy Park, died November 12, 2020, at Jefferson Hospital. Born July 30, 1938, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Samuel and Helen (Ornowski) Tatar and the wife of the late Donald Geissler.
Norma was a retired administrative assistant in the health care industry. She was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish. Norma enjoyed shopping and will always be remembered for her famous "stuffed cabbage rolls." Her greatest joy was the time she spent with her family.
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