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Obituaries | The Tube City Almanac | February 01, 2026
LeRoy V. “Skeets” Verbanes, age 91, of North Huntingdon and formerly of Clairton, passed away on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at home. He was a retired carpet installer with the Floor Coverers Union in Pittsburgh, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, and he liked to work in his garden. Born April 6, 1934, in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late John and Marcella (Marath) Verbanes. He is survived by his wife, Sharon L. (Riley) Verbanes; daughter, Lori A. (Thomas) Beckowitz of North Huntingdon; son, Mark (Lisa) Verbanes of West Elizabeth; seven grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Dawn Dobransky; four sisters, and one brother. A private memorial gathering and service will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
Originally published February 01, 2026.
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