---

Leo Edward Kwiecinski

March 27, 2025 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Leo Edward Kwiecinski, 73, of North Huntingdon, PA passed away on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 in Forbes Hospital having fought a courageous battle with heart disease. He was born September 13, 1951 in McKeesport, PA, son of the late Sylvester Paul Kwiecinski and Rosina Marie (Schiavo) Kwiecinski. Leo was a loving and generous husband, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend to all. He was an avid life-long Steeler fan and never missed a game, always watching them live from his living room. He loved sports of all kinds, especially fishing and was happy to share equipment and techniques with kids who wanted to learn. The PA Lottery and casino slots were some of his favorite pastimes as well. Leo was proud of his 45 years as a machinist and journeyman tool and die maker and enjoyed teaching others his craft and staying current on the newest machines. Leo is survived by his loving wife and partner of 50 years, Mary Barbara Williams, sister Rose Ann Kwiecinski, brother Paul Joseph (Sandy Rymarchyk) Kwiecinski, many brothers-in-law and sisters-law, and many nieces and nephews as well as great-nieces and great-nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, sister Annette Marie Kwiecinski Troll, niece Alexis Catherine Troll, and sister-in-law Janet Komara. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, on Monday, March 31 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Agnes Church on Tuesday, April 1 at 11AM

---

Kimberly Forbes-Bartko

March 27, 2025 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Kimberly Anne Forbes-Bartko, age 62 of North Huntingdon, passed away on March 26, 2025. She was born on January 18, 1963 near Santa Monica, California, a daughter of Sondra Dugan and the late Ronald Forbes. Kim was a graduate of Norwin High School, and she was well-known as a bartender at various local bars. Kim enjoyed gardening, attending concerts, vacationing at the beach, fashion, and spending time at the area's wineries. Kim had a creative mind and she loved to create art.  In her free time, she looked forward to working on her own inventions, once even receiving a patent. Most of all, Kim cherished the time she spent with her friends and family. In addition to her father, Kim was preceded in death by one brother, Scott Hredocik. She is survived by one son Michael, two daughters Kennedy Forbes-Nicholas and Legacy Forbes-Tanney, two brothers Jeffrey Forbes (and wife Anny) and Kristofer Rainey, and two sisters Melissa Hredocik and Tara Rainey (and husband Jimmy). Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, on Sunday from 3 to 7 PM with a service beginning at 7 PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given in Kim's name to the ALS Association. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

---

Karen J. Mohan

March 27, 2025 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Karen J. Mohan, age 67 of North Huntingdon, passed away on March 26, 2025 after a short but courageous fight with cancer. She was born on June 28, 1957 in Braddock, a daughter of the late Richard Shidel Sr. and Mary Jo Shidel. Prior to her retirement, Karen was employed for 31 years by the Fairmont-Hahntown Volunteer Fire Department Social Club, many of those years having served as the co-manager. She was known for her elaborate holiday decorations, especially when it came to Halloween and Christmas. Karen became a master of the iPhone camera and she especially enjoyed taking photos of camp-fires, sunrises, and sunsets. She always looked forward to traveling and shopping, but most of all she loved her life and cherished the time she spent with her family. In addition to her parents, Karen was preceded in death by one son Brandon Schmeltz and one sister Lee Ann Shidel. She is survived by her beloved husband of 29 years Patrick Mohan, three sons Brian Schmeltz, Patrick Mohan Jr., and Michael Mohan (Lacie), one daughter-in-law DeLaine Schmeltz, two sisters Mary Jo Bussard and Jodi Shidel (and fiancé Nick), three brothers Richard Shidel Jr. (and wife Sara), Anthony Shidel (and wife Kim), and Jeffery Shidel, six grandchildren Emma Lynn, Hunter, Michael, Conor, Gavin, and Ethan, and her canine companion Remi. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, on Saturday from 2 PM to 7 PM with a service at 7 PM. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

---

Mary Ann Valentovish

March 26, 2025 |

By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home

Read More

---

Peter B. Magill

March 26, 2025 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Peter B. Magill, age 72 of Irwin, passed away on March 25, 2025 at UPMC East Hospital. He was born August 3, 1952 in Lewistown, Pa, a son of the late Andrew and Joyce Bowman Magill. Peter was a member of the Calvary Assembly of God Church. Prior to his retirement, he was employed as a machinist for over 25 years with Carbide which later became Kennametal. He later was the owner / operator along with his son of Bowman R.C. Service. Peter enjoyed gardening and yard work, He was a graduate of Gateway High School, Class of 1970 and CCAC Boyce Park Campus. Peter served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother Wesley. He is survived by his wife, Dolores (Amato) Magill, one son, Andrew (Kayla), one daughter, Brandi Charles (Chris), two brothers, John Magill (Sue), Richard Magill (Beverly), 7 grandchildren, Joshua, Skylar, Aaleyah, Christian, Izzy Brycen and Oakley. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will be held on Monday at 1 PM in the funeral home chapel. Interment will be private in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to the family in lieu of flowers.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

---

David C. Possumato

March 26, 2025 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

David C. Possumato, age 67, of North Versailles, died March 23, 2025, at home. Born October 12, 1957, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Daniel D. and Fortunata "Becky" (Musolino) Possumato and the husband of Nancy (Hammerstrom) Possumato.

Read More

---

Joseph H. Lawrence Jr.

March 26, 2025 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Joseph “Joe” Henry Lawrence, Jr., 71, of McKeesport, passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at his home. He was born in Homewood on November 3, 1953, to the late Joseph Henry Lawrence, Sr. and Constance Sidonia Bailey Lawrence. Joe was the loving husband of Catherine A. Turner for 11 years. He is survived by wife Catherine A. Turner of McKeesport, children Crystal (Lee) Hayes of Homestead, Joseph Hale of Pittsburgh, Shaun (Sheila)  Lawrence of New Kensington, Yolanda Lawrence of Seattle, Shane Lawrence of New York, Joseph Lawrence III of Pittsburgh, Anthony Jones of Vandergrift, Willie K. Turner lII of McKeesport, siblings Renee Johnson of Penn Hills, Sabrina Lawrence of California, Keith Lawrence of McKeesport, Eugene Williams of Tarentum, and David Smith of Canonsburg, 20 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, 4 sister-in-laws, 5 brother-in-laws, as well as many nieces and nephews. Joe was preceded in death by his parents, siblings Todd Lawrence, Albert Brown, Ronnie Brown, Gerald Brown, and Michelle Lawrence. He was previously employed as a CDL truck driver and also worked and was certified in security and was trained and certified in wastewater protection. He loved playing chess, and dressing up his Cadillac’s. Arrangements have been entrusted to I.M FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 203 4th St, Dravosburg, PA 15034. A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date to be presided by Pastor Paul Waite and Reverend Josephine George. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com

 

---

Charles M. "Chuck" Balego

March 26, 2025 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Charles M. "Chuck" Balego, 85 years young of North Irwin died March 24, 2025 at UMPC East. He was born September 26, 1939 in Westmoreland City, a son of the late Andrew and Mary Orange Balego. Chuck was a member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Irwin. He was a 32nd degree Mason, participated in the Scottish Rite and was also a Shriner for over 25 years. Following high school, Chuck graduated from the Beauty Academy with a degree in cosmetology and received his license. He was later employed by RH Screw Machine, Westinghouse Airbrake and Westinghouse of East Pittsburgh, Following the closure of Westinghouse, he was self-employed in the insurance industry. Post retirement, he took on odd jobs to keep busy, riding quads, snowmobiling, hunting and camping are what he enjoyed. He loved the outdoors and also served in the Army Reserves for 6 years. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Lynn Divelbiss Balego . He was the beloved father of Tawnie (Brian), Tarra (William) and Tye (Jesse), grandfather to Cameron, Chantall, C.J., Ciersten, Autumn, Bella, Addison, Sydnee, Gabby and his precious pup Jazzy. Also surviving is one brother, Ken Balego (Dolores) and a nephew Sammy. There will be no public visitation. A private Celebration of Life may be held at a future date, contact Tawnie.  JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome. com. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to ASPCA in memory of Chuck.

---

Carmela DiLucente

March 26, 2025 |

By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes

Carmela DiLucente, age 93, of Glassport, PA, formerly of Rankin, PA, and Sant'Angelo del Pesco, Italy, died on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. She was born in Sant'Angelo del Pesco, Italy, on September 14, 1931, and was the daughter of the late Pasquale DiNinno and Dalia Fantini.

Read More

---

Lorraine A. Lyle

March 26, 2025 |

By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home

Lorraine A. Lyle, 68, of West Mifflin, died March 25, 2025.   She is the daughter of the late Robert "Shorty" and Marge Fierst.  She is survived by her beloved husband William "Bill" Lyle; daughters Michelle (John) Kraus and Hope (Pete) Cardinal; son John Kimble; grandchildren Brittany, John, Vincent, Abbie, Devan, Michael, Corey, Jadan and LeeLee; many great grandchildren; and siblings Linda, Lisa, Lori, Loretta, Bobby and John John   She was preceded in death by granddaughters Jennnifer Rose and Ayllaina.  Lorraine loved bingo and penny slot machines.  Friends will be received at the Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne on Fri. from 2 to 7, at which time a funeral service will be held.

---

Harold D. Hobson

March 25, 2025 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Harold D. Hobson, age 76, of White Oak, formerly of McKeesport, died at home on March 24, 2025. Born September 24, 1948, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Harold and Blanche (Hannegan) Hobson and the loving husband of Bonnie (Groves) Hobson for 50 years.  Harold was known not only for his skilled work as a body man and the pride he took in running his own shop but also for the warmth and kindness he extended to his family, friends, and customers alike.  Harold attended First Evangelical Free Church. His love for music was evident in his passion for doo-wop, which brought him joy throughout his life. Despite losing his vision, Harold remained undeterred in his passion for storytelling, finding great pleasure in listening to audiobooks that transported him to new worlds, and he found comfort in watching reruns of "Gunsmoke," where his imagination could still bring the characters to life.

Read More

---

Christine Muic Baker

March 25, 2025 |

By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes

Christine Muic Baker, age 72, of Port Vue, PA, died on Saturday, March 22, 2025. She was born in McKeesport, PA, on October 7, 1952. She was the daughter of the late Frank, Sr. and Jean Mazur Muic, and the wife of the late William Baker. She was employed by UPMC McKeesport for over 20 years as a pharmacy technician.

Read More

---

Angela M. Kushto

March 25, 2025 |

By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Angela (Downs) Kushto, who passed away at home with family on March 24, 2025, at the age of 102.  Born on April 11, 1922, in the Lawrenceville neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Angela was the fourth child of James Rodger Downs and Wilhelmina Downs.  She was preceded in death by her sisters Wilhelmina and Harriet, brothers James and Paul, son James Peter Kushto, and her loving husband of 61 years, Wilfred B. Kushto Sr.

Read More

---

Patricia McFadden McSheehy

March 24, 2025 |

By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes

Patricia McFadden McSheehy, affectionately known as Patsy, passed away on March 12, 2025, at the age of 86 from complications following a stroke.

Read More

---

Rocco G. Scarlato

March 23, 2025 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

Rocco G. Scarlato, age 70, of West Mifflin, passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at home. Born in West Mifflin on May 26, 1954, he was the son of the late Eugene and Rose (Belan) Terek Scarlato. He was retired from U.S. Steel-Irvin Works where he was a millwright in the maintenance department.

He was the husband of the late Kay Katilius and is the husband of Susan (Krasuski) Scarlato. He is the father of Melissa (Todd) Fulmer of Elizabeth, Roxanne (Bob) Evans of West Mifflin and Rocco J. Scarlato; grandfather of Hunter Fulmer, Mackenzie Evans and Abigail Evans; brother of Eugene (Peggy) Scarlato of West Mifflin; and cousin of Arlene (Dave) Fath of West Mifflin and Jackie (Sue) Belan of West Miffflin.

There is no visitation or services planned. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.