April 15, 2025 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Jennifer Tyler, age 55, of Port Vue, died on April 10, 2025, at UPMC East. Born July 17, 1969, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late John and Susan (Morgan) Nordine and the wife of the late Eugene B. Tyler.
Jennifer was a beloved presence in many lives and will be remembered for her dedication to her work at UPMC East, where she served as a telephone operator. Jennifer possessed a profound love for reading, often finding solace and inspiration within the pages of her favorite books. She also had a passion for cooking, delighting family with her culinary creations.
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April 14, 2025 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Miriam L. Harshman, age 94, of Biloxi, Mississippi, formerly of Duquesne, passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2025, in The Pillars, Biloxi, MS. Born in McKeesport on November 26, 1930, she was the daughter of the late John and Emma (Raible) Boyce.
She had worked at Murphy’s, Greens, and Sears as a cashier. She was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, former St. Joseph and Holy Name Parish and was a former member of the Women of the Moose.
She was the wife of the late Charles O. Harshman. She is the mother of Barb (Bill) Baird of Beaver Falls, John Harshman of East McKeesport, Bob (Cheryl) Harshman of East McKeesport, Linda (John) Yuhasz of West Mifflin, Kathleen (Dennis) Procacina of North Versailles, Terry (Donna) Harshman of West Mifflin, Amy (Mike) Ballough of Biloxi, MS, Mickey (Sandra) Harshman of Biloxi, MS, Thomas Harshman of West Mifflin, Daniel (Tammy) Harshman of Greenock, late Charles Harshman (wife Sigrid survives) and late Margaret E. “Margie” (Brian Patterson survives) Budai of West Mifflin; 30 grandchildren and many great grandchildren. She was predeceased by 5 sisters and 1 brother.
Visitation will be held on Monday, April 21, 2025, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, where a Blessing Service will take place on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., with Fr. Benedict Faneye officiating. Burial will follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park, North Huntingdon.
April 14, 2025 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Tracy L. Grabowski, age 55, of Shaler Twp., formerly of Elizabeth, passed away at home on Monday, April 14, 2025. She proudly worked her whole life and was an assistant manager for 20 years at Shop ‘n Save in Shaler Twp. She loved her children and grandbabies. Born May 16, 1969 in Jefferson Hills, she was a daughter of the late Harold and Judith (Snyder) Armstrong and wife of the late Richard W. Grabowski. She is survived by her sons, Walter (Cheyenne Savage) Armstrong of Somerset and Cody (Ashleigh Stewart) Grabowski of Shaler Twp.; grandchildren, Lindsey, Skylar, Dominic, Brighton, Jayden and Jaxson; sisters, Debra Fay (Frank) Jantek of Kempner, TX and Cindy (Thomas) Baker of Jacksonville, NC; brother, Harold (Barbara) Armstrong of Lincoln Borough; also, nieces and nephews. No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
April 14, 2025 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Christopher J. Seeman, 66, of Carnegie, died April 12, 2025. He is the son of the late Steve and Shirley (Shago) Seeman. He is survived by his brothers Craig (the late Deborah) Seeman and Curtis (Sharon) Seeman; sister Monica Schultz; also nieces and nephews.
April 13, 2025 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Eleanor A. Tozzi, age 88, of White Oak, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
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April 13, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Robert James Marefka, 82, of North Huntingdon, PA, passed peacefully on April 10, 2025. Born July 5, 1942, to the late John and Cecelia Kusimkowski Marefka in Claridge, PA. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, John and Theodore Marefka. Bob enjoyed gardening, painting, antiquing, and was an avid Pittsburgh sports’ team fan. He worked as a draftsman and later a computer draftsman at Westinghouse Electric/Bettis/Bechtel, Daimler-Benz, and Bombardier on defense and commercial projects. Bob was a graduate of Triangle Technical Institute. He is survived by his loving wife of 29 years, Roberta Gallick. Bob shared three children with his former wife, Betty Lou Marefka: Robert “Bobby” Marefka (Jill), Roxane Marefka (Tom Murphy), Tedd Marefka Trabert (Justin Trabert). Grandchildren Saray Marefka, Lorenzo Marefka (Lindsey) as well as many nieces and nephews of whom he was especially close to Emily and Hannah Dimmock. A private visitation was held at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania. A memorial will follow at a later date. Interment will be at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, North Versailles, PA. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to Phipps Conservatory in Pittsburgh, https://my.conservatory.org/donate/i/tributes.
April 13, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Gregory Jay Havrilla, 62, of White Oak, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025. He was born on April 25, 1962 in McKeesport and was the son of the late John Henry and Irene Cecelia (Geyer) Havrilla. He was a member of Ascension of Our Lord Byzantine Catholic Church in Clairton. Gregory was a office manager for White Memorial Chapel in Pittsburgh. He loved traveling and his dogs, Remy and Fergus. He is survived by his brother, Jack (Laura) Havrilla of Valencia, niece, Anna Jo Havrilla of Valencia, cousins, Christine Fedor, Suzanne Gadelmyer, Doug Suss, Monica Jean Suss, and Rick Suss. Friends are welcome Monday, April 14, 2025 from 6-8 PM at the Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 1638 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131. (412) 672-6322 Troy J. Gilbert, director. Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 11 AM. at Ascension of Our Lord Byzantine Catholic Church. Fr. Christopher Burke will officiate. Interment will follow at Lebanon Church Cemetery, West Mifflin. Remembrances may be made to Ascension of Our Lord Byzantine Catholic Church, 318 Park Avenue, Clairton, PA 15025. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
April 12, 2025 |
By Elmer L Herman Funeral Home | Posted in: Elmer L. Herman Funeral Home
Jill Leon Contreras, 47 of Murfreesboro, Tennessee and formerly of Little Boston passed away on Monday, March 24, 2025 surrounded by her family. Jill was born in McKeesport on June 30, 1977 and was a 1995 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School. She was the daughter of Stan and Maryann Vitale of Little Boston and is survived by a son, Jordan Davis, of Murfreesboro, a daughter, Ashley Brownfield, of McKeesport, a daughter, Spc Alexis Davis (Jacob), of Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, Texas, and grandson , Isaac Fayson, the light of her life. She also leaves behind brother in-law, William Eckels, nieces, Marisa and Abbey Eckels, aunts, uncles, cousins, and her ex-husband, Manny, who maintained a big presence in her life. Jill was preceded in death by her sisters, Denise Eckels and Kelley Vitale. Private burial will be held in St. Mary's German Cemetery, McKeesport.
Arrangements entrusted to The new location-Elmer L Herman Funeral Home (412) 521-2768.
www.elmerhermanfuneralhome.com
"Where Every Life is Cherished & Every Family is Treasured"
April 12, 2025 |
By Elmer L Herman Funeral Home | Posted in: Elmer L. Herman Funeral Home
Mary Catherine Marvin, age 84 of Monroeville and formerly of Dravosburg, passed away peacefully in Forbe's Regional Hospital Tuesday morning April 1, 2025 following a series of health related setbacks over the past several months.
Mary was married for 61 years to the late John Marvin Sr. whose death preceded her in early 2022.
She was born on April 23rd 1940 to the late Charles Wilson Sr and his wife Catherine in Oakmont Pennsylvania.
Mary is survived by her two children John Marvin Jr. of Hopewell Township and Beth Ann Leidemann of Brentwood. A grandson Derek (Kattiana) Leidemann of Hampton Township and a great grand daughter Kathalena Leidemann also of Hampton Township.
She is survived by a sister Donna Wieand of Hagerstown Maryland, a brother John (Dixie) Wilson of West Mifflin, and Brother-in-law Melvin Aber of Turtle Creek.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her brother Charles (Shirley) Wilson Jr and sister Lynn Dee Aber.
Mary enjoyed reading and studying the bible with a nice hot cup of coffee. She had a deep love for our Creator and spent many hours watching Christian television. Over the years she assembled a small collection of porcelain pieces and jewelry that featured various crosses, angels, and historic biblical figures. Every Christmas season she would unpack one of her Nativity scenes and set it up. While raising her family during the summer months John & Mary would go camping, and attend the local Carpenters Union picnic held at Westview Park each year. Mary retired from JCPenney's hair salon where she was the head receptionist for many years.
Family and Friends were received Tuesday April 8th 2025 from 2 pm to 6 pm
at the new-Elmer L. Herman Funeral Home located at 828 Richford St at Commonwealth Avenue
in Duquesne/West Mifflin, Pa. in the (Wm. Skovranko Memorial Home, Inc.)
Two Funeral Homes sharing one building/facility (412) 521-2768 .
www.elmerhermanfuneralhome.com
Family and friends were asked to please meet at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville at 12:15 PM on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 for final internment at 12:30 PM.
The new location-Elmer L. Herman Funeral Home (412) 521-2768 is honored
and privileged to serve the family during this time of need.
Please add a story to support the family or view condolences and photos.
With warmest regards,
John N. Bauer and the Staff of the new-Elmer L Herman Funeral Home
"Where Every Life is Cherished & Every Family is Treasured"
April 12, 2025 |
By Elmer L Herman Funeral Home | Posted in: Elmer L. Herman Funeral Home
Cecile Lenhart Tirpak, age 88, of Smyrna, DE and formerly of the Haler Heights section of McKeesport.
She passed away on Saturday morning on April 12, 2025 at her home.
Daughter of the late John Lenhart, Jr and the late Mary Minda. Spouse of 62 years to the late Vincent Tirpak,
devoted mother of Vince Little-Tirpak (Richard) and Christine Potocki (the late Timothy); 5 Grandchildren and 9 Great Grandchildren;
Sister of the late James Lenhart, nieces and nephews.
She retired from the University of Pitt as an Executive Assistant.
Cecile was a CCD/Sunday School Teacher and member of the Christian Mothers of the former Holy Trinity Church,
which became St. Martin de Porres Parish, which became the current Mother of God Parish-St. Angela Merici Church.
And of course Girl Scout and then Girl Scout Leader.
Family and friends are invited to gather to honor Cecile’s memory on 2 PM to 6 PM on Tuesday, April 15, 2025
at the new-Elmer L. Herman Funeral Home located at 828 Richford St at Commonwealth Avenue
in Duquesne/West Mifflin, Pa. in the (Wm. Skovranko Memorial Home, Inc.)
Two Funeral Homes sharing one building/facility (412) 521-2768 .
www.elmerhermanfuneralhome.com
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Fr. Vincent Velas on Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 12 p.m.
in the Mary, Mother of God Parish, St. Angela Merici Church, 2701 Kelly Street, White Oak, PA 15131.
A burial will follow at St Clare Cemetery, Clairton.
"Where Every Life is Cherished & Every Family is Treasured"
April 12, 2025 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Jean Eleanor (Higgs) Oliverio, beloved wife of Nicholas Oliverio, a match truly made in heaven, passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on December 16, 1939, in Pittsburgh, the daughter of the late William and Dolores (Blotzer) Higgs. She was preceded in death by two brothers, William and James (Bonnie) Higgs and is survived by her sister Beth (Jim) Amber of Delaware, OH.
Jean is survived by and will be greatly missed by her husband of 65 years, Nicholas Oliverio; three sons, William (Joyce) Oliverio of West Mifflin, Nicholas (Debbie) Oliverio of Duquesne and Ralph Oliverio of Duquesne; four daughters, Mary Oliverio of Columbus, OH, Jean (Bill) Ellis of South Park, Elizabeth Oliverio of Whitehall and Therese Oliverio of Duquesne; along with 15 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
She was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish and taught second grade CCD at Holy Name, James Lavelle, and St. Rita’s for more than 25 years. She was a thirty year plus member of the Third Order of Lay Carmelites as well as the director for her chapter.
Visitation will be held on Monday, April 14, 2025, from 6-8 p.m. and Tuesday, April 15, 2025, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, where a Blessing Service will be held on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Trinity Church, West Mifflin, at 10:00 a.m., with Rev. James Bachner officiating. Jean’s family will serve as pallbearers.
Burial will be held at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville, on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. Everyone please meet at the cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.
April 11, 2025 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Edward John “Eddie” “Boodgy” Raimondi, Jr., 69 of Lincoln Place passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025, at his home. He was born in Pittsburgh on June 8, 1955, to the late Edward John Raimondi, Sr. and Marie C. Merlino Raimondi. Edward was the loving husband of 38 years to Linda J. Leech Raimondi. He is survived by his wife Linda Raimondi of Lincoln Place, son Frankie (Santana) Muir of Austin, TX, siblings Robert (Susan) Raimondi of Pleasant Hills, James (Kathy) Raimondi of Jefferson Hills, Joseph (Mary) Raimondi of South Park, brother-in-law Tim (Kim) Toth, nieces and nephews Lindsay, Bobby, Nicholas, Jimmy, Jason, Josh, Casey, Erin, and Ryan, and great-nieces Jaiden and Payten and many more great-nieces and nephews as well as beloved dog Boodgy Girl. Edward was preceded in death by his parents. He was a member of the V.F.W and many clubs and organizations, enjoyed playing video poker at the casino, loved being around people and socializing, and all kinds of music and dancing. Edward owned RCI Construction for 25 years and also owned Raimondi's Restaurant for 7 years. Family and friends will be received on Monday, April 21 from 3:00 - 4:00 P.M. at I.M FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 203 4th St, Dravosburg, PA 15034. A service will take place at the funeral home at 4:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the funeral home to defray costs. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
April 11, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Donna Marie Boyd, 76, of Buena Vista passed away Thursday, April 10, 2025. She was born February 25, 1949 to the late Watson and Edna (Candelore) Mink. She was the wife to the late Wayne Boyd, as well as a past wife of Douglas Taylor. Donna enjoyed crafting and traveling to watch her grandchildren in any sporting event they had. She loved them and supporting them in any way. She is survived by her sons, Scott (Leslie) Boyd of Elizabeth Township, Bryan (Leslie) Boyd of Elizabeth, and Shawn (Celena) Boyd of Edmond, OK; grandchildren, Tiana Frechette, Alexis (Matt Hickey) Boyd, Zachary Boyd, Darrik Boyd, Nathan (Kerry Repasky) Boyd, Ariya Boyd, and Sienna Boyd; soon to be one great-grandson on the way; as well as brothers, Gerald (Longine) Mink, and Ronald Mink-Minetti; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and late husband, Donna was preceded in death by her brother, Lawrence Mink. Friends are welcome Monday, April 14, 2025 from 2-4 & 6-8 pm at the Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, PA 15135. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 10:00 am in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Jame Price officiating. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuenralhomeandcrematory.com
April 10, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
April 10, 2025 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
The world became a happier place on November 6, 1936, the day Horst B. Denner was born. Horst sadly passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 10, 2025, after a long and happy life. He was the son of late Karl and Getrude Denner. He was the beloved husband of Christel (Franielczyk) (a.k.a. schatzi); loving father of Monika Denner and Dorene (Chris) Nieto; grandpa of Atheana (Thomas) Fisher, Diva (David) Mares, Alexander (Jaclyn) Denner, and Bianca and Ashley Smith; great-grandpa (a.k.a. GG-pa) of Sage and Emmett Mares, and Thomas Jr. and Odette Fisher; brother of the late Karl and Ernst Denner; and uncle to a number of adored nieces and nephews. Horst was deeply loved and will be forever missed. Horst was born in Emsdetten Westfalia, Germany. He emigrated to the United States in 1959, served the U.S. Army for two years, and became an American citizen. Horst and Christel settled roots in San Jose, CA. In September 2019, Horst and Christel decided to move closer to family in Pittsburgh - just two doors up from their granddaughter, Diva. Horst was a kind, loving and friendly person. He retired from IBM Inc. in the late 1980s and spent his time volunteering at a local al-anon, traveling, bicycling, windsurfing, scuba diving, hiking, playing soccer, and having coffee with his buddies on Mondays at McDonalds. Later in life, he enjoyed keeping up on current events, relaxing in his wife’s flower garden, birdwatching, and chasing his great-grandchildren around. A private celebration of life, remembering Horst in the presence of close family, will be at a later date. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
