November 06, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Earl H. Goreck Sr., age 72, of Port Vue, passed away on Monday, November 6, 2023 at Jefferson Hospital. He retired as a warehouseman for Davis Fetch Corporation in Wilkinsburg and was a former pumper tender at the Duquesne mill. He was a member of Elizabeth United Methodist Church and attended the Western School of Business in Monroeville where he studied to be a pharmacy technician. He was a member of Sutersville Moose 1358 and enjoyed traveling and taking trips. Born May 1, 1951 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Elmer and Margaret (Farrington) Goreck. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Karen M. (Furst) Goreck; daughter, Marcia Goreck of McKeesport; son, Earl H. (Wendy) Goreck Jr. of South Carolina; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; brother, Elmer Goreck Sr. of Tionesta; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sister, JoAnn Wennerstrom. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Wednesday, November 8, 2023 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Thursday, November 9, 2023 at 12 Noon in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Jack H. Piper officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to Elizabeth United Methodist Church, 317 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth, PA 15037. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
November 05, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Jeffrey Zabroski, 55, of Glassport, formerly of West Mifflin, passed away Saturday, November 4, 2023. He was born December 6, 1967 in Homestead and was the son of Felix (Bonnie) Zabroski of Monroeville and Maryann (Churay) Zabroski of West Mifflin. Jeffrey was a Licensed Pharmacist and had worked for the former Thrift Drug in Pleasant Hills and the former Rite Aid in Versailles. He was a 1986 graduate of West Mifflin High School where he was active on the Football and Track teams. He was also a 1994 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy. He was proud of his sons, loved the ocean, was very funny and always joking, was a Foodie, and an avid Steelers fan.
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November 05, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Kim Marie Campbell Weeks, 67, of North Belle Vernon, passed away Thursday, November 2, 2023 at home. She was born May 20, 1956 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Joseph Earl Campbell and the late Helen Marie Kadar Gallinari. She was the wife of Robert Edward "Ed" Weeks, with whom she lived for many happy years in Floyd, VA until his death on May 1, 2015. She is survived by her daughter, Brandi Lee Parsell; sister, Holly Campbell (Mark) Laurie and brother, John Domer. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her brother, David Campbell. Per Kim's wishes, there will be no visitation. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, Director. Condolences may be made at GilbertFuneralHomeandCrematory.com
November 05, 2023 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
William Harold Kocis, age 73, of White Oak, PA and Port Vue, PA died on Friday, November 3, 2023. He was born in New York, NY on July 17, 1950 and was the son of the late Helen Kocis and the husband of the late Helen Louise Bucek Kocis, who passed on April 14, 2020. William proudly served in the United States Army as military police. Upon discharge, he was employed by US Steel National Tube Works and later moved to Pooler, Georgia with his wife and family to serve as an educator for the remainder of his career. You could always find William surrounded by his pets, a loving Siamese cat and loyal miniature poodle, and listening to music. William had a passion for 60's and 70's rock with a special interest in the British invasion. He was known by his family for remembering birthdays and making each card personal.
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November 05, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
David Paul Detwiler, 73, of West Mifflin passed away at his home Tuesday October 31, 2023. Born February 12, 1950, he was the son of the late Paul W. Detwiler and the late Norma Ruth (Lewis) Tennant and cared for by his stepfather Ervin Tennant. David was a 1969 graduate of West Mifflin North High School. He was a long-time member of the Reliance Hose company #2 firehall in Glassport and the Thompson Run Club in West Mifflin. He was a loving and dedicated father to his two daughters. He was their softball coach, cheer dad, and travel partner.
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November 05, 2023 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Dorothy A. Conaboy crossed the Rainbow Bridge on November 3, 2023. Waiting on the other side was her husband and soul mate, the late Thomas M. Conaboy.
Dorothy lived a full and fulfilling life. Before becoming a resident of Asbury Heights in Mt. Lebanon, she lived in Liberty Borough and was a past member of St. Mark Parish and choir. She retired from South Allegheny School District Food Service after 25 years of employment and was a graduate of Allegheny County Community College. Dorothy loved to travel. Her favorite trip was to Rome with her family to see the beginning of Christianity. She enjoyed all the navy reunions with Tom. An avid reader, no book was ever left unread, and the Sunday newspaper was never missed. Her greatest enjoyment was her grandchildren and granddogs.
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November 04, 2023 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Beverly J. Kelly, 82, of Glassport died Nov. 3, 2023. She is the daughter of the late Edward and Molly (Roesch) Atkinson and wife of the late William Kelly. She is survived by her daughters Brenda Kelly and Betty (Bob) Kelly; son Bill (Dawn) Kelly; grandchildren Jimmy, Matt, Chris, Jeffrey, Billy and Shauna; great-grandchildren Violet and Logan; sisters Hazel (Chuck) Berthold and Mary Lou (the late Bob) Hill; dear friend Joann; also nieces and nephews. Beverly loved playing cards, bingo and scratch offs. Friends will be received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Wed. from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8.
November 03, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Sandra Corcoran, 48, formerly of North Huntingdon, residing in Philadelphia died November 1, 2023 in Jefferson Abington Hospital. She was born January 9, 1975 in Jeannette, a daughter of the late John P. "Jack" and Phyliss Fitzpatrick Corcoran. She is survived by her fiance Keith Davis. Sandra had numerous pen pals throughout the world. She enjoyed cross stitching, coloring , trips to Wildwood with Keith and his family, music and enjoyed leaving the city with Keith and going on nature walks. Sandye also enjoyed taking nature photos of butterflies and flowers. Friends and family will be received Wednesday from 10 a.m-1 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
November 02, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Barbara Jean Homa, 71, of Indiana, PA, formerly of Elizabeth Township, passed away Thursday, November 2, 2023. She was born February 20, 1952 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Emil "Moe" Brunazzi, Jr. and the late Elizabeth Marie "Betty" (Hamadock) Brunazzi. Barbara was a 1970 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School and was also a Magna Cum Laude graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a Masters Degree in Education where she was a member of the Delta Kappa Gamma sorority. She was a Special Education Teacher at the Apollo Ridge High School and was previously a Library Assistant at Indiana University of Pennsylvania for 10 years. Barbara was a kind, caring and loving person with a great sense of humor. She loved crafting, reading books, tending to her flower garden and attending rock concerts with her brother Gary.
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November 02, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Theodore "Ted" Richard Sluganski, 63, of Elizabeth Township, formerly of the South Side, passed away Wednesday November 1, 2023. He was born March 18, 1960 in Pittsburgh and was the son of the late Theodore and Gertrude (Quigley) Sluganski. Ted had worked for UPMC as a Sterile Technician for Central Supply as well as Housekeeping, he was most recently a guard at the Allegheny Courthouse. He loved hunting, fishing and tinkering with guns.
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November 02, 2023 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Mary Jane Chemsak, age 89, of McKeesport, died November 1, 2023, at AHN Jefferson Hospital. Born April 29, 1934, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late John and Susan (Rasco) Chemsak. Mary Jane was a member and cantor at Saint Nicholas of Myra Byzantine Catholic Church, the McKeesport Garden Club, and volunteered at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. She enjoyed needlework, crafting, reading, building full size doll houses, and playing piano. Mary Jane loved to travel the world and had even taken flying lessons. She was an avid football and golf fan and played golf for many years.
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November 02, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Victor Joseph Ruisi, 91, of McKeesport, passed away Tuesday, October 31, 2023 at home. He was born March 16, 1932 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Giuseppe and Concetta (Pitone) Ruisi. He was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish-St. Patrick Church in Christy Park, and was also a member of McKeesport VFW, Knights of Columbus, Italian Sons and Daughters of America, and AGO. Victor was a US Army Veteran serving during the Korean War and was retired from CONRAIL. He was a graduate of Duquesne University.
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November 01, 2023 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Christopher Matthew Klos, age 66, of West Mifflin, died on Tuesday, October 31, 2023 surrounded by his family. He was born in Pittsburgh on February 8, 1957 and is the son of Tina Ruzzi Klos of West Mifflin and the late Bernard J. Klos. Christopher was employed for 18 years as an electrician and universal master technician for The Techs. He was a member of Blessed Trinity Parish, Holy Angels Church and was previously a member of their council.
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November 01, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Robert J. Chomas, age 94, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at home. He was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. He graduated from Elizabeth High School and earned a degree in electrical engineering from the University of Pittsburgh. He was a radar technician and instructor while serving in the Army during the Korean War and retired as a maintenance supervisor for US Steel Homestead Works. He was a former Little League manager for the Marraccini’s baseball team, a basketball coach, and a former Cub Scout Master for Pack 78 at Round Hill. He enjoyed spending time with his family, bowling for many leagues, traveling, and watching sports in his retirement. Born December 19, 1928, in Elizabeth Twp., he was a son of the late Rev. Joseph and Bertha (Kadar) Chomas. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Phyllis J. (Bernadowski) Chomas; children, Cindi (Scott) McCall of Elizabeth Twp., Terri (Chris) Lesher of Colorado and Ron Chomas of Elizabeth Twp.; grandchildren, Andrew Martell, Brandon McCall, Chris McCall, Jessica McCall, Bryan Chomas and Corey Chomas; great-grandchildren, Lila, Andrew, Leo and Lotti; siblings, James L. Chomas of Elizabeth Twp. and the Rev. Barbara Minter of Erie; daughter-in-law, Andria Chomas; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by children, Bob and Dan Chomas, and brothers, Richard and William Chomas. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Friday, November 3, 2023 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday, November 4, 2023 at 9:30 AM in St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church with the Rev. Thomas A. Wagner officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Cornerstone Prep Wilson Campus, 1900 Clairton Road, West Mifflin, PA 15122, a Christian school operated by his daughter and grandson. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
November 01, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
William John "Big Billy" Byers, 89, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Tuesday, October 31, 2023 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born April 13, 1934 in Clairton and was the son of the late William James and Isabele (Bach) Byers. Billy was a US Navy Veteran who served during The Korean War, for his service he was awarded the National Defense Medal, The China Service Medal, United Nations Medal and The Korean Service Medal. Upon completion of his Naval service, he would go on to work for 32 years as a truck driver for Fox's Grocery. He enjoyed vegetable gardening, especially cucumbers, tomatoes, corn, green beans, beets and garlic. He loved camping at his camp in Vacationland in Meadville, PA where he would also go fishing and also enjoyed cruising to Ireland and Alaska. Big Billy was also a member of club VFW. He was a man of many friends and would help anyone in need, anyway he could. Most importantly, he loved his wife, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He will be greatly missed.
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