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Harry B. Abbott Jr.

April 13, 2023 |

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

Harry B. Abbott Jr., age 57, of Elizabeth, passed away on Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at Jefferson Hospital. He enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, camping and hiking. Born April 25, 1965 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of Harry B. (Carole) Abbott Sr. of North Hills and Tina (Milliern) Abbott of Brookline. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife of 25 years, Angela (McKenzie) Abbott; son, Sean (Kelsey) Abbott of Elizabeth; grandchildren, Sean Adam and Beau Abbott; brother, Leo Abbott of Cleveland, OH; also, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by sister, Shirley Abbott. No visitation or services are planned. Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, SW Region, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

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Jean A. Brown

April 13, 2023 |

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

Jean A. (Loretta) Brown, age 70 of Clairton, passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2023 in Jefferson Hospital.  Born January 27, 1953 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Margaret A. (Shamya) Loretta.  Jean was a radiology secretary for Jefferson Hospital.  She went to Jesus and was a strong and independent Christian.  Jean had a deep love for animals.  Jean is survived by her sisters Mary Rose Odenthal of North Huntingdon and Judith Ann Loretta of Greentree; her niece Tanya Curry and nephew Michael (Deeble) Allsbrooks.  Special thanks to Kristie Bodnar, Barb Cope and the Jefferson Hospital nurses. 

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Eileen D. Jamison

April 13, 2023 |

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

Eileen D. Jamison, age 95 of Elizabeth Twp., passed away at home on Wednesday, April 12, 2023.  Born January 20, 1928 in Port Vue, she was the daughter of the late Charles Albright Daugherty and Irene Anna (Crossland) Daugherty.  A master's degree recipient from the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing, Eileen was a member of the Mount Vernon Community Presbyterian Church, the Garden Club of McKeesport, and the former McKeesport Symphony Women's Guild.  Eileen’s hobbies included playing scrabble and working on crossword puzzles.  She had many wonderful friends and enjoyed traveling with them.  She provided especially wonderful entertainment for her large family with pool parties and holiday dinners.  Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 31 years, the late Stephen Quay Jamison, who passed away June 12, 1981, her son Karl Q. (Lynn) Jamison, her sister Emma Jane Pattison, her great-granddaughter Alyssa Abels and her niece Irene Pattison Delaquil.  Eileen is survived by her children Jay (Beth) Jamison of Elizabeth Twp., Amy Jamison of Elizabeth Twp., and Laurie Knisely of Port Matilda; her grandchildren Stephen (Lin) Jamison, Paul (Elizabeth) Jamison, and Wesley Jamison; Jillian (Alex Newman) Woolridge,  Ainsley (Dylan Glatt) Woolridge, and Virginia (Brandon Hubbard) Woolridge; Emily (Adam) Knisely-Kirley, John (Cherise Koslop) Knisely, Scott (Kate) Jamison, Kristen (Adam) Abels, and David (Haley) Jamison; her nineteen great-grandchildren; her nieces Kem (Jerry) Morgan and Stephanie (Vince) DiLeo; and nephew David Clark. 

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Kathleen “Kathi” Ann (Swalwell) Vamosi

April 12, 2023 |

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

Kathleen “Kathi” Ann (Swalwell) Vamosi, age 74, of Port Vue, formerly of North Huntingdon, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Tuesday, April 11, 2023. She was born June 12, 1948, in McKeesport. She is survived by Alex “Shaun” Vamosi and their children Erin (Rob) Vamosi, Megan (Howard) Huss, and Nathan (Caitlyn) Vamosi, her grandchildren Noah, Scarlett and their dad Jamie Wall, Emma, Allysen, and Brenna, her sister Pamela DeMarchi, brother-in-law James Latine, niece Stacey DeMarchi, and nephews Jason DeMarchi and Dustin Swalwell. She was preceded in death by her parents Regina (Luty) and Robert Swalwell, her sister Debra Latine, and brothers Robert Swalwell Jr. and Thomas Swalwell. Kathleen graduated from Port Vue/Liberty High School in 1966 and went on to Duff’s Business School.  She started her career at Duquesne University, then worked at St. Peter’s Child Development and Chee-Chee’s Resale Shop. She eventually retired in 2008 from Glenshire Woods Personal Care Home in McKeesport as business office manager. She loved her family beyond measure. She helped us all navigate life and sacrificed everything for her family. Every holiday and birthday were made special by her. She was an avid “Friends” watcher along with old movies, especially “It’s a Wonderful Life”.  She and her sister Pam were die-hard Pirates’ fans, and she shared her love of the Pittsburgh Steelers with all of us. We would like to thank AHN Hospice Care, especially Christa and Leigh, who both took such great care of her and loved talking baseball with her.

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Mary Catherine Duvall

April 11, 2023 |

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

  Mary Catherine Duvall, 89, of North Huntingdon died Tuesday April 11, 2023. She is the daughter of the late Matthew and Catherine (Kutch) Gracan. She is survived by her beloved husband Robert Duvall; sons Robert (Ann) Duvall and David (Lori) Duvall; grandchildren Jacob, Marissa, and Olivia Duvall; brother Matthew (Melba) Gracan; niece Kelly Bongartz; and other nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister Patricia (James) Bongartz. Mary Catherine grew up in Whittaker before becoming a resident of North Huntingdon for 62 years. She married her loving husband Robert in 1956. She was an executive assistant at Standard Savings and Loan for ten years and then worked at Kauffman’s for five years and Macy’s for five years. She was a devoted grandmother who loved her three grandchildren very much. She was also a member of the Presbyterian Church of Pitcairn. Friends will be received Thursday from 4-8pm at the Ott Funeral Home, 805 Pennsylvania Ave, Irwin, PA 15642. A final viewing will be held Friday morning at the Presbyterian Church of Pitcairn from 10:30-11am at which time a service will be held. Interment following at Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. Memorial contributions can be made in her name to the Presbyterian Church of Pitcairn. Arrangements by the Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home.

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Dennis Edward Katona

April 11, 2023 |

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

Dennis Edward Katona was born November 18, 1986. He was primarily raised between Allegheny and Westmoreland County.  He is the son of Dennis “Rooster” Andrew Katona (Sherri) and Karensue (Hallas) Katona. He is survived by brother, Joseph Michael Katona, sister, Shelly Beth (Kent) Ryan, nieces, Kami and Kennah Ryan. Furthermore, maternal grandmother, Marsha, aunts, Beth (Tony) and Terry, uncles, George and Kenneth, cousins Krista (Sebastian), Kelsey, Christopher (Christopher and Skye), and Dylan.  Dennis is preceded in death by paternal grandmother, Mary (Morgan) Katona, paternal grandfather, Joseph Andrew Katona, maternal grandfather Stanley Hallas, and great-grandparents, Albina (Hannum) and William Pellegrino. 

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Brandon D. Schoff

April 11, 2023 |

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

Brandon D. Schoff, age 38, of West Mifflin, passed away on Sunday, April 2, 2023. Born in Houston, TX on April 25, 1985, he was the son of Patricia (O’Dea) Schoff of West Mifflin and the late Duane L. Schoff. Besides his mother, he is survived by his children, grandfather, sister, aunts, uncles, and cousins. A private Memorial Service was held at the Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home, with Deacon Ron Demblowski, officiating. 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.

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Emma Jean “Bugga” Ackerman

April 11, 2023 |

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

Emma Jean “Bugga” Ackerman, age 52, of McKeesport, died on Monday, April 10, 2023. She was born in McKeesport on March 27, 1971 and is the daughter of Roy Warman of McKeesport and the late Lena McGarrity Warman. 

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Ardath A. Kayner

April 11, 2023 |

By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Ardath A. Kayner, 87, formerly of East McKeesport, passed away peacefully Saturday, April 8, 2023. She was born February 25, 1936 in Jamestown, New York, a daughter of the late Arthur A. and Anna (Danielson) Anderson. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years Jon L. Kayner, her brother Arthur A. Anderson II, and sister-in-law Judith Kayner. She was a member of Cornerstone Ministries of Export PA, and worked as a secretary for Robert Lee Accounting, in Erie when she resided there. Ardath enjoyed gardening, carpentry, and was a talented knitter of clothing.

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Nicholas John Gorzo, Jr.

April 11, 2023 |

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

Nicholas John Gorzo, Jr., age 81 and a 12 plus year cancer survivor, of White Oak, died on Monday, April 10, 2023. He was born in McKeesport on January 9, 1942 and is the son of the late Nicholas John, Sr. and Anna Gothard Gorzo. 

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Rose Vasques March

April 10, 2023 |

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

Rose (Maksim) Vasques March, age 91, of Elizabeth, passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2023 at Jefferson Hospital. She was a retired seamstress and a former Seamstress Union president. Born December 4, 1931 in Smithdale, she was a daughter of the late George and Pauline (Popovich) Maksim and wife of the late James Samuel March. She is survived by her sons, Tony (Ana Cammarata) Vasques of Lakewood, OH and Ricky Vasques of McKeesport; grandchildren, Gabrielle (Josh) McCort of Kennewick, WA and Erica Vasques of Pittsburgh; step-grandchildren, Jaime (Chris) Maravich of Chicago, IL and Jeanine March of Chicago, IL; step-great-grandchildren, Heath and Kyle Maravich; sister, Sylvia Tedrow of Smithdale; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by former spouses, Adolph Vasques and Jim Seman; stepson, James K. March; sister, Marlene Hall; and brother, Henry Maksim. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Friday, April 14, 2023 from 12-2 PM and 4 PM until the time of blessing at 6 PM in the funeral home with Deacon Dale DiSanto officiating. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com

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Russell Carl Brignano

April 10, 2023 |

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

Russell C. Brignano, PhD, dearly beloved husband of Mary Germann Brignano, died on April 8 at Family Hospice at Canterbury Place at the age of 87. 

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Mark “Wink” Winkler

April 10, 2023 |

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

Mark “Wink” Winkler, aka “Pap Walnut”, age 67, of Glassport, PA, died on Saturday, April 8, 2023. He was born in Glassport on February 20, 1956 and is the son of the late Theodore Ray and Sue Merritt Winkler. He proudly served in the United States Navy and was later employed as an auto body technician at various companies throughout Allegheny County. He enjoyed going to Keystone Lake and working on cars. His favorite color was blue, and his favorite flowers are lilacs and hydrangeas. 

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August "Auggie" "Mo" Walser

April 10, 2023 |

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

August "Auggie" "Mo" Walser, 95, of North Versailles and Bedford, Pa passed away Friday, April 7, 2023 at Select Specialty Hospital, McKeesport. He was born July 23, 1927 in North Braddock a son of the late Emil and Margaret (Busch) Walser. Prior to his retirement he was employed as a heavy equipment mechanic by Caterpillar. August was a graduate of Turtle Creek High School. He attended the Crossroads Bible Church in Bedford.  Was a member of the  East McKeesport VFW,  The American Legion in Bedford along with various VFW's in the Bedford area. He enjoyed sitting on his porch in Bedford, being outdoors, and feeding the hummingbirds. August served our country during WWII with the U.S. Navy as a Fireman First Class V-6. He was preceded in death by his first wife Betty Walser; his companion, Faye Lang;  brothers Willie, Emil and Adolph, sisters Angeline, Anna, and Kickle and step daughter Judy Gietl. He is survived by son Emil Walser of California, stepson, Robert Giles and family  of North Versailles, nieces: Denise (Vince) Nardozi, Melissa Szumetz, Melanie Kotvas and additional  nieces,  nephews & great nieces and nephews.  Dear friends, James Lang,  Paul and Jamie Trunzo, and many close friends in Bedford Pa.  Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Wednesday from 2-7 p.m. Funeral service Thursday 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with interment to follow in Grandview Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Crossroads Bible Church in Bedford.

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Walter W. "Butch" Tucker

April 08, 2023 |

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

Walter W. “Butch” Tucker, age 61, of Port Vue, passed away on April 5, 2023, at home.  Born in McKeesport on May 12, 1961, he was the son of the late Walter and Dolores (Hunter) Tucker. He worked for Vegley Welding, McKee Asphalt, BK Electric and RSV Construction. He enjoyed his grandchildren, hunting and riding his motorcycle. He is the husband of Deborah (Bowling) Tucker for 35 years; father of Ryan (Rachel) Tucker of Port Vue, Jeanna (Bob) Kremer of West Mifflin, Jared Tucker of Port Vue, Jennifer (Steve) Mihalko of Liberty Boro, Rebecca (James) Johnson of Alaska, Nathan (Deseree) Tucker of Elizabeth and Hunter Tucker of Port Vue; grandfather of Calem Linn-Tucker, Benjamin Tucker, Amelia Kremer, Nathena Tucker, Olivia Mihalko, Nathan Tucker Jr., and Eli Johnson; brother of Barbara (Bill) Atkins of Port Vue, Wendy (Chuck Sr.) Bernath of McKeesport, Bonnie Sturkie of North Carolina and the late Peggy Tomko. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 11, 2023, from 2-4 and 6-7 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. From 7-8 p.m. there will be a private sharing of memories by the Family.