October 02, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Stephen "Spike" Krivanich, 92, of Port Vue passed away Sunday, October 1, 2023. He was born in Pittsburgh on February 4, 1931 and was the son to the late George and Mary (Masich) Krivanich. He worked many jobs over the years, but retired as a CFS Salesman from Watterau, now known as SUPERVALU. Spike was a very proud Marine Veteran. He enlisted and served for a year before getting honorably discharged in 1949 - just to get re-drafted in 1950, where he then served another 2 years. He spent most of his life living in Port Vue - he volunteered as a Fireman, and was also a member, long ago, of the American Legion - Port Vue Post #447. He loved Bingo, casinos & playing scratch-off tickets. He loved spending time with his family and being with his grandchildren & great-grandchildren.
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October 02, 2023 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Jay Cameron Trainer, 60, of Jefferson Hills, died Friday, Sept. 29th, 2023, at the Asbury Heights Nursing Facility in Mt. Lebanon. He was born at McKeesport Hospital on May 14, 1963, to Charlotte (Cameron) Trainer and the late John William Trainer Sr. He is survived by his mother, Charlotte, of Jefferson Hills; two sisters, Cynthia Wyne of South Park, and Genevieve Rae of Jefferson Hills; two brothers, John William Trainer Jr. of Carroll Township, and Timothy R. Trainer of South Park; and many nieces and nephews.
Jay graduated from St. Elizabeth High School in Pleasant Hills and earned a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering Technology from Point Park University in Pittsburgh. Jay liked to fish, watch sports, and read science fiction and fantasy stories. He was particularly knowledgeable regarding Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings and the history of Middle Earth. Jay loved the Penguins, Steelers, and Pirates; participated in fantasy football leagues; and enjoyed spending time with family, especially his nieces and nephews.
Arrangements have been entrusted to S.M FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St., Clairton, PA 15025. Following cremation, a memorial service will be held at the funeral home on Monday, October 9, 2023, from 4 to 6 p.m. with a reception to follow at Yoli’s Cucina and Crafthouse on Route 885 (the old Barella’s). In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made to either the American Diabetes Association or the Jefferson Hills Public Library. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
October 01, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Douglas Edward Gantt, 56, of Buena Vista, passed away Friday, September 29, 2023. He was born February 24, 1967 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Durant and Eileen (Craine) Gantt. Douglas was a member of New Hope Assembly of God, Elizabeth Township. He was a Sandblasting Technician and was previously a member of the Painter's Union.
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September 30, 2023 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
John Anthony Dougherty, age 66, of Versailles, PA, formerly of McKeesport, PA, died on Saturday, September 30, 2023. He was born in McKeesport, PA on January 16, 1957 and is the son of the late James “Ted” and Mary Ann Pomaibo Dougherty. John was employed in the food industry for many, many decades. He started in stock and worked up to managerial positions at Shop ‘n Save on Fifth Avenue in McKeesport. After leaving Shop ‘n Save in McKeesport, he was employed as a manager and worked several years at Alco Parking in Pittsburgh. He later was a manager at the Shop ‘n Save in Olympia Shopping Center and then in management at Shop ‘n Save in the Hill District. Currently, he was a grocery manager at the Shop ‘n Save in Bethel Park. He formerly served as an usher for the former St. Pius Church in McKeesport. John loved a good laugh and was not afraid to speak his mind. He was always willing to lend a hand to anyone who needed help. His presence will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
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September 30, 2023 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Brian Joseph Sita Sr., age 58 of McKeesport, died September 24, 2023, at Select Specialty Hospital- McKeesport. Born November 20, 1964, in McKeesport, he was the son of Shirley (Marshall) Sita and the late Francis "Buddy" Sita.
Brian worked for Bob's Auto Body as a mechanic. He was the Pastor of the Trinity Lutheran Church for the Deaf in Wilkinsburg. In his free time, Brian enjoyed riding his motorcycles.
Brian is survived by his children, Cheyanne Sita, Brittany Sita, and Brian Sita Jr., all of McKeesport; grandchildren, Delilah and Dahlia; siblings, Gary (Kathy) Sita of Northfield, NJ, Sharon (Tom Jaworski) Gobbel of Dundee, MI, and Rich (Christina) Sita of Audubon, NJ; and many nieces and nephews.
Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Saturday, October 7 2023, from 2 p.m. until the time of the memorial service at 4 p.m. in the funeral home chapel.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com
Supervisor, Chris Odasso
September 29, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Angeline "Angie" D. (DiLiberatore) Walters, age 90, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Thursday, September 28, 2023 at home. She retired after more than 20 years as a school bus driver for Matthews Bus Company in Jefferson Hills. Born April 10, 1933, in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of the late Rocco and Vienna (Maiorini) DiLiberatore. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers Charles and Frank DiLiberatore, and sisters, Elizabeth Pearsol and Margaret Econovich. She is survived by numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews and great-great-nieces and nephews. She lived in several different neighborhoods throughout Pittsburgh as well as in Arizona for a short period of time. Her way of showing love was feeding you more than you ever thought you could fit in your stomach. She enjoyed jazz music, golfing and traveling, loved trying new things and was genuinely curious about other people and their lives. She had stories upon stories upon stories to tell (to anyone who would listen!). She was an independent woman, living alone up until the week she passed. She cleaned her own house, cooked, and took care of herself at 90 years old. She lived a long and full life, which ended the way she wanted (peacefully at her home). She was ready and would want loved ones to celebrate her life, not mourn her death, and to remember her as an inspiration to worry less and live life to the fullest. No visitation or services are planned, but if you wish to pay your respects, please consider a donation to one of the following organizations that Angie cared about, American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), 520 8th Avenue, New York, NY, 10018; St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis TN, 38105; Wounded Warrior Project, 600 River Avenue #400, Pittsburgh, PA 15212; and the American Cancer Society, PO Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
September 29, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Ronald “Ronn” P. Ultis, 76, of Irwin, passed away Wednesday, September 27, 2023. He was born July 10, 1947 in Fairmont and was the son of the late Andy and Velma (Geiger) Ultis He was the husband of 38 years to the late Wilma S. (Shick) Ultis, who passed away May 30, 2020. Along with his late wife he was a member of member of the Irwin Eagles # 1671, the Irwin Moose Lodge 236, the Wendel Athletic Association, and the Italian Minor’s Society in Hahntown. Wilma and Ronn enjoyed riding their Sportster. Ronn was living in quiet retirement at the time of his passing. He will be greatly missed.
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September 29, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Donald Stanley Mient, 85, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Thursday, September 28, 2023. He was born May 7, 1938 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Joseph and Margaret (Poznick) Mient. He was a member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish-St. Michael Church, Elizabeth Township. Donald was a retired Machinist for Westinghouse and was a US Army Reserve Veteran. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Kathleen "Kay" (Madden) Mient, sons, Donald J. (Maryann) Mient of Baldwin and David (Carol) Mient of Elizabeth Township, daughter, Kathleen (Alan) Ziegler of White Oak, grandchildren, Christopher (Brittny) Mient, Timothy (Lauren) Mient, Megan (Tyler) Hendricks, Matthew Mient, Lauren (Greg) Wilson and Benjamin Ziegler, great-grandson, Alan "Jack" Wilson, and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Robert Mient.
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September 29, 2023 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Richard Vance Fore, age 71, of Verona, formerly of Sheffield, AL, died September 27, 2023, at the Pittsburgh VA Medical Center. Born June 1, 1952, in Sheffield, AL, he was the son of Mary (Balentine) Fore and the late Herman Fore and the husband of Julie (Rager) Fore for fourteen years. Richard served in the Army and was a Vietnam War Veteran and was awarded the following medals and honors, the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Combat Medical Badge, and two Overseas Service Bars.
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September 29, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Macie L. Jackson, 103, of Clairton, passed away Sunday, September 24, 2023. She was born September 22, 1920 in Ozark, Alabama and was the daughter of the late Sisero Rowe and the late Melissa Flowers. She was the wife of the late Judge Jackson Jr., who passed away November 11, 2009. She is survived by her sons, Avanalist "Sonny" (Paula) of Clairton, and Bruce (the late Edna) Jackson of Wilkinsburg, grandchildren, Autumn, Dwayne, Avanalist, Steve, Aqaveon, Adonia, Kelli, Kevin, and Raymond, host of great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, just welcomed a great-great-great grandchild, Temon Jr., and many nieces and nephews. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will take place at a later date. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, Director. Condolences may be made at GilbertFuneralHomeandCrematory.com
September 29, 2023 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Mildred L. "Millie" McCombs, age 77, of West Mifflin, died September 25, 2023 at Jefferson Hospital. Born February 24, 1946, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late John Dirjen and Thelma Johnson Garcia and the significant other of Dave Petrillo.
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September 28, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Betty J. Santoline, age 89 of Clairton, passed away on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 in St. Clair Hospital, Mt. Lebanon. Born January 30, 1934 in Clairton, she was a daughter of the late Paul and Angeline (Belcastro) Covelli. A member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Clare of Assisi Church and the Sons of Columbus Santa Maria Council #4, Betty retired as a clerk for the City of Clairton Collections Department after a thirty year career.
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September 28, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Patricia Ann Bilak, 85, of Elizabeth Township passed away in Lake City, FL., Tuesday, September 26, 2023. She was born March 1, 1938 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late George and Helen (Spisak) Benich. She was the wife of 62 years to the late Michael Bilak, Jr., who passed away January 7, 2017. Pat was a member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish - St. Michael Church, Elizabeth Township. She was also a member of the former Holy Trinity Church in McKeesport where she was a Eucharist Minister and member of the Christian Mothers. She had worked for the former J.C. Penney Company Catalog at Thrift Drug in Olympia Shopping Center and had previously worked for Tube City Beer Distributing Co., McKeesport. She is survived by her daughters, Karen (John) Shaver of Prospect, KY., Kathy Weis of Forward Township, Janice (Jerry) Padrta of Lake City, FL., and Barbara (Robert) Engle of California, PA, son, Tim (Kathy) Bilak of Elizabeth, grandchildren, Sarah Wilson, Steven Liesinger, Craig Liesinger, Nikki Racer, Kory Bilak, Kayla Bilak, Jonathan Bonnett, Jerry Padrta, Jenna Padrta, Hanna Engle and 6 great-grandchildren. She also leaves behind many beloved neices and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son-in-law, Bob Weis.
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September 28, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Warren J. Dowling, 93, of West Mifflin, passed away Wednesday, September 27, 2023. He was born February 17, 1930 in Braddock and was the son of the late William C. and Mabel (Jones) Dowling. Warren was a retired Lab Technician at the former US Steel Research Lab in Monroeville. He was a US Air Force Veteran serving in the Korean War.
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September 27, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Robert H. Blasko, 91 of North Huntingdon died September 27, 2023 at his home. He was born April 3, 1932 in Bradenville, Pa, a son of the late Andrew and Helen Blasko. Prior to his retirement, he was employed at Elliot Company as a Tool & Die Maker. He was a member of St, Agnes Church where in sang in the choir, He enjoyed woodworking. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by three brothers, Thomas, George and Andrew Blasko. He is survived by his wife Marcella Jugan Blasko, son Robert D. Blasko, daughter Debra Mainiero (Richard), and Diane Blasko one grandchild Daniel. Two brothers Charles (Pat) and Byron (Pat) Blasko. Friends will be received on Sunday, October 1, 2023 from 2-6 pm at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A funeral mass will be held on Monday at a time to be announced at St. Agnes Church with interment to follow at South Versailles Cemetery, Coulter. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
