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Darrell J. Powell

November 20, 2023 |

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

Darrell J. Powell, 55, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, November 19, 2023 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. He was born July 27, 1968 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Charles and Violet (Causer) Powell. Darrell was a graduate of Norwin Sr. High School Class of '87 and enjoyed fishing, working on cars and model trains. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Gary, Brian and Charles. He is survived by his sons, Phillip and Kristopher; daughter, Stephanie Long and her husband, Alex; brother, Dwayne Powell; sister, Sharon Powell; and numerous nieces and nephews. There will be no visitation or service. Memorials may be made to the Powell family c/o: Sharon.

 


Richard G. Rothey, Sr.

November 19, 2023 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Richard G. Rothey, Sr., age 67, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2023, in Jefferson Hospital. He was the Vice-President of McRo Construction, Inc. in Elizabeth and was a member of Bethesda United Presbyterian Church and Stephen Bayard Masonic Lodge #526, both of Elizabeth. Born November 8, 1956 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Donald C. Rothey, Sr. and Betty Jane (Tarr) Rothey. He is survived by his wife of 44-years, Bobbie L. (Jobb) Rothey; daughter, Kimberly (Keith) Duco of Finleyville; sons, Rich (Ashley) Rothey, Jr. of Elizabeth Twp. and Rob (Kimberly) Rothey of Millstone Twp., NJ; four granddaughters, Juliana, Makenna, Norah and Stella Rothey; brothers, Donald C. (Linda) Rothey, Jr. of Elizabeth Township and Eric G. (Linda) Rothey of Elizabeth; also, nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 from 3-7 PM. No services are planned. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, Four Gateway Center, 444 Liberty Avenue, Suite 1300, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com

 


Vincent F. D'Angelo

November 18, 2023 |

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

Vincent F. D'Angelo, 88, of North Huntingdon, formerly of North Braddock, passed away Friday, November 17, 2023 at Transitions Health Care Center.  Vincent, known as Vinny or Mr. D., was born August 11, 1935 in Braddock, a son of the late James and Angeline D'Angelo, both originally from Palermo, Cicily.  Vinny was the youngest of six children, Leo, Josephine, Nick, Tony and Angie.  He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Rose Marie Bozic D'Angelo; children, Kevin (Gina) D'Angelo of Fenwick Island, DE; and Kim (Lou) Nedz of North Huntingdon.  Vinny has three wonderful grandchildren, Gabriella D'Angelo of Rockville, MD, Anjelika Nedz of Elizabeth, PA and Joseph Nedz of Blawnox, PA.  He has four furry grand animals, Benjamin, Rodi (aka. Kitty), Princess and Sunny.  He has 12 nieces and nephews, and 15 great nieces and nephews.  Not only did Vinny have a love for his family and pets, he also had a love of cars.  He would work on anyone's car if asked.  He was right there with his pan of tools.  He taught his kids, son-in-law and grandson the basic repairs of cars.  He loved playing ball with his kids, their friends and nieces and nephews; football, baseball and basketball.  He loved being with his grandchildren and spending time with them.  Anytime there was a pick-up game happening either in a family member's yard or on the front street, he was there.  He loved being involved in his son Kevin's football games while Kevin was in high school.  He was right there on the sidelines with the coaches.  He tried to be at all the Semi-Pro football games as well.  Vinny was a wonderful husband to Rose (Cookie).  He was a great provider too.  He loved his family greatly.  Vinny was proud to be a Marine and served as a prison guard while in the service.  Vinny will be missed by all who knew and loved him.  There will be no visitation or service.  Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA  15642.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 


Doris Ann Lynch

November 17, 2023 |

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

Doris Ann Lynch, age 87, of Port Vue, PA died on Friday, November 17, 2023. She was born in Port Vue, PA on March 14, 1936 and is the daughter of the late Michael and Laura Zawrot Tutko, and the wife of the late Leonard J. Lynch, who died on September 19, 2016. Doris was employed as a secretary to the general manager at Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory in West Mifflin, PA. She was a member of Saints Jochim and Anne Parish and the Polish National Alliance Lodge #750 in Glassport, PA.

 
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Lynne A. Bonivich

November 17, 2023 |

By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory

Lynne A. Bonivich, 74, of Greenock, passed away Thursday, November 16, 2023.  She was born November 15, 1949 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late James "Jim" and Allene (Swartz) Morgan.  Lynne worked for many years as a cashier at Schweibel's Bakery in McKeesport. She loved bingo and even had a bag that read "Bingos my game and Mimi is my name".  She also enjoyed puzzles, word searches, and playing candy crush on her ipad. Lynne was known as Mimi to her grandchildren and Momma B to many others. She loved her family and was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother.  Lynne was a people person, with a big heart, but at the same time would tell you how it is.  She will be greatly missed.

 
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Lynn Denise Jefferson

November 17, 2023 |

By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home

Lynn Denise Jefferson died Nov. 11, 2023. Friends will be received from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, at Robert A. Waters Funeral Home, Inc., 2326 Jenny Lind Street, McKeesport, PA 15132, where a funeral service will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Interment will follow at McKeesport & Versailles Cemetery.

 


Carol (Jancef) Rice

November 17, 2023 |

By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory

Carol (Jancef) Rice, 71, of North Huntingdon, passed away peacefully in the loving care of her family on Thursday, November 16, 2023. Carol spent the majority of her nursing career in long-term care, loved her dogs and took great pride in her family. She is preceded in death by her husband Robert Rice; her parents, Otto and Dorothy (Schmidt) Jancef; sister Linda Horne; and step-daughter, Terri Shawn Rice. Carol will be sadly missed by her daughters, Tara Hall (Christopher) of North Huntingdon, and Amber Zahorchak (Rafael Perez Diez) of San Juan, Puerto Rico; and her step-son, Dustin Rice; cherished grandchildren, Ethan Hall and Rafael, Cecilia and Gonzalo Perez; sister, Doris Phillips; and niece Tracy Seman (Richard). A heartfelt thank you to all who supported Carol and her family in this difficult time. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 1638 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131. (412) 672-6322 Troy J. Gilbert, director. Family and friends will be received for a memorial service at the Penn Lincoln Memorial Park on Saturday, November 18th at 11:00 am. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com

 


Wilma R. Primorich

November 17, 2023 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Wilma R. Primorich, age 87 of Jefferson Hills and formerly of South Lyon, MI, passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2023 in Celebration Villas of South Hills.  Born September 3, 1936 in Clairton, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Lucy (Runatz) Primorich.  Wilma retired as a job parts specialist for the Ford Motor Company after 40 years in 1999.  In her spare time, she loved to go to auctions and flea markets, listed to her Croatian radio, and go out and treat for dinner with family and friends.  She also loved her four siamese cats and will be remembered by her family as warm hearted, conversational, and always easy to make friends.  Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings Iko, Ante, Mirko, Eneric and Emil Planich, Milan Primorac, and Albert and Nick Primorich.  Wilma is survived by her sister-in-law June Primorich of Finleyville and nieces and nephews.

 
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Elizabeth A. Petrozza

November 17, 2023 |

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

Elizabeth "Betty Ann" A. Petrozza, 67, of Cranberry Township, died Nov. 15, 2023.  She is the daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth (Muranyi) Yuhasz and beloved wife of the late Neal T. Petrozza.  She is survived by her daughter Allison L. Petrozza; son Christopher N. Petrozza; grandson Dylan; brothers Joseph Yuhasz and Stephen Yuhasz; also nieces and nephews.  Betty Ann was a member of St. Ferdinand's Church in Cranberry.  Funeral arrangements by the Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne.

 


Albert P. Ranalli, Jr.

November 17, 2023 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Albert P. Ranalli, Jr., age 96 of Clairton, passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2023 in Jefferson Hospital.  Born December 19, 1926, he was a son of the late Albert Ranalli, Sr. and Catherine (Macioce) Ranalli.  A member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish - St. Clare of Assisi Church in Clairton and a US Army Veteran of the Korean War Era, Albert worked for over 50 years in the meatcutting department at Marraccini's Supermarket in Clairton.  He also worked at H&R Block as a tax preparer and at Carmike Theaters as a ticket agent.  In his spare time, Albert was an avid tennis player and gardner and a great believer in "common sense."  He is survived by his wife Lenore (Nesti) Ranalli; his three sons Larry (Helen) Ranalli, Donald (Christine) Ranalli, and Kenneth Ranalli; his granddaughter Nicole (Matthew) Dalton; his three great-grandchildren Logan, Lucas, and Nadia; his brothers Charles (Sue) Ranalli and Joseph Ranalli; and also nieces and nephews.  Besides his parents, Albert was preceded in death by his brother Daniel Ranalli.

 
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Paul V. Ballas

November 16, 2023 |

By Administrator | Posted in: Obituary

Paul V. Ballas, 76, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2023. Paul was the youngest of five children, born in his childhood home in McKeesport, PA to Michael J. and Mary M. Ballas. In addition to his parents, Paul was predeceased by his brother Daniel M. Ballas and wife Henrietta, his brother Michael P. Ballas, and brother-in–law Charles C. McCutcheon.

He is survived by his wife Jean Nealen Ballas, brother John (Jack) V. Ballas and wife Rita, sister Mary E. McCutcheon, and sister-in-law Norma L. Ballas. Paul will be deeply missed by his nieces, nephews, and cousins as well as the Nealen family.

Paul retired from Purchase Line HS after 35 years of teaching English. Paul was known to many as a friend due to his humorous nature and prolific storytelling, punctuated by his lighthearted demeanor. Ever the cook, Paul was known for his love of grilling and entertaining his family & friends.

He enjoyed all sports, particularly baseball, in which he participated enthusiastically as a player, coach, and fan. He will be remembered as a lover of traveling, beaches, desserts, wine, and the craft beer bottles he collected.  NA ZDRAVIE!

 
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Joanne (Petrulli) Petriske

November 16, 2023 |

By Administrator | Posted in: Alfieri Funeral Home

Joanne (Petrulli) Petriske, 87, of McKeesport, PA passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2023 at UPMC East Hospital.

Born April 5, 1936 in McKeesport, PA the daughter of late Michael and Angie (Gladowski) Petrulli. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in passing by her brothers, Kenneth (surviving Jayne) and Anthony Petrulli.

Joanne, the most loving and devoted mother, grandmother, and aunt of son Anthony (Renee) Rosner of North Huntington PA and the adoring grandmother of Alissity, Adelynn, and Anthony. She is survived by her niece, Devonna Petrulli of McKeesport, PA; nephew, Michael Petrulli of Jacksonville, FL, numerous friends, fur grand children (Shakespeare, Scarlett, Teak, Romeo, and Juliette), and great fur niece Versace (Veve).

Upon graduation from Mckeesport High School, Joanne spent her many years in the business industry. She was the owner of Joanne's Provincial Parlor in Rainbow Shopping Center, Panini Italian Grocery Store, Cupid Vending Machines, and Kenny P's where she was the house chef. Joanne, also spent many years employed at Palmer's Pontiac Dealer in McKeesport. Alongside of these professions, she was McKeesport's infamous "Bookkeeper".

In Joanne's spare time she enjoyed cooking for others, doing crossword puzzles, reading romance paperback novels, and sitting on the front porch with her great fur niece Versace (Veve).

 
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John E. "Spanny" Pekich

November 16, 2023 |

By Administrator | Posted in: Alfieri Funeral Home

John E. “Spanny” Pekich, formerly of Wall, passed away on November 14, 2023, at the age of 87. Spanny was the beloved husband of Patricia “Isha” (Bonnar) Pekich for 53 wonderful years. He was the loving father of Christina (James) Perry and Jennifer (Brian) Urso. He is also survived by his brother, Bob (Donna) Pekich, sister-in-law, Dorothy (Bob) Romano, brother-in-law, Tom (Marybeth) Bonnar, special granddog, Emma, numerous nieces and nephews, extended family, and all who loved him. Spanny was preceded in passing by his parents, John and Elizabeth (Milivovich) Pekich, and infant sister, Mildred Pekich.

Spanny was a proud U.S. Army Veteran. He enjoyed golfing and playing poker. He was a hard worker who worked as a carpet installer and with Service Master until he was 80. Most of all, he was a dedicated husband and father who adored his family, especially his daughters.

 
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Gregory Tyrone Grant

November 16, 2023 |

By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home

Gregory Tyrone Grant, 68, of McKeesport, was born September 2, 1955, in Hannastown, Pennsylvania of Westmoreland County. He was one of eight children to the late Harvey L. and Betty L. Adams Grant Sr.

Gregory attended school at McKeesport High School and graduated in 1973. He then enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and received an honorable discharge in 1978. He furthered his education at Gateway Technical Institute where he received his certification as an Electrician. Gregory was a McKeesport Fire Fighter and retired in 2018.

In addition to working as a firefighter, Gregory helped a multitude of people with electrical and plumbing work. He was known in the community for being everyone's handyman. Gregory was a member of the Bethlehem Baptist Church in McKeesport, PA., and a member of the McKeesport Elks Club.

 
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Sara Lee Lane

November 16, 2023 |

By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home

Sara Lee Lane, 82, of White Oak, was born November 7, 1940, in Charleston, SC. She was the beloved daughter of the late Oliver and Queen Rivers Francis.

Sara attended McKeesport High School and graduated June of 1960.  She was employed with Equibank for 37 years and spent her last season of employment as an Administrator for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Public Schools.

A member of Saint Paul A.M.E. Church Stewardess Board, Missionary Society, served as a Church Clerk, Secretary, on the Finance Committee and sang with the Ben Harris Singers.

 
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