January 10, 2025 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Joe Danscak, age 74, of Liberty Borough, died January 7, 2025, at UPMC East Hospital. Born March 19, 1950, in Duquesne, he was the son of the late John and Isabelle (Figel) Danscak.
Joe worked for U.S. Steel Duquesne Works, was a landscaper, and retired from Duquesne University. He served in the Navy during the Vietnam War overseas in the Mediterranean. He was a member of the WABCO bowling league, spending many happy hours throwing strikes and sharing camaraderie at White Oak and Green Valley bowling alleys. His zest for life extended beyond the lanes, as he found joy in daily crossword puzzles, engaged with the latest commentary on Fox News, and savored the nostalgia of old reruns of his favorite television shows.
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January 10, 2025 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Rosemarie (Sciarretti) Divins, age 66, of Baldwin, passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2025. Rosemarie was a hairdresser for 40 years and loved animals. She loved her family and grandchildren deeply and was kind and endearing to everyone she met. Born January 3, 1959, she was a daughter of the late Antoinette R. (Dinicola) Sciarretti and the late Ernest G. Sciarretti. She is survived by her partner, William Coles; children, Joshua Divins of Maryland and Taylor (Kelly) Divins of South Park; grandchildren, Poppy Divins and Nora Divins; also, cousins and lifelong friends. No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
January 09, 2025 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Joseph A. Amatangelo Jr., age 90, of Erie, formerly of Elizabeth Twp. and Donora, passed away on January 7, 2025 surrounded by his loving family at UPMC Hamot in Erie. An Air Force veteran having served during the Korean War, he was a retired mechanic for US Air and a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. He was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan and loved playing cards with family and friends. He was a huge family man who was loved by everyone he met. Born September 1, 1934 in Donora, he was a son of the late Joseph A. and Immaculata Maria (Pulcini) Amatangelo Sr. He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Jeanne (Gallick) Amatangelo; daughters, Kathleen (Jeff) Criss, Linda (Jim) Caputo and Joyce (Terry) Graham; sons, Joseph A. (Gina) Amatangelo III and Thomas (Jefferi) Amatagelo; grandchildren, Jaime, Lindsay, Max, Maria, Mia, Jake and Mara; great-grandchildren, Maddie, Allie, Paxton, James, Zoe, Palmer, Edie, Violet and "Baby A" expected in June; siblings, Marlene Perok of Michigan and Faustina (Frank) Jakela of Donora; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by grandson, Joseph “Jay” Amatangelo IV; daughter-in-law, Susan Kilcoyne Amatangelo; and siblings, Dolores Forty, Mary Lou Tirpak, Carmella DeSanto, Rose Lorenzo, Josephine DeSantis and Ernest and Robert Amatangelo. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth, Sunday, January 12, 2025 from 2-6 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial be in St. Michael Church on Monday, January 13, 2025 at 10 AM with the Rev. Thomas J. Burke officiating. Private burial will be in St. Dominic Cemetery in Donora. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
January 09, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
John R. Snyder, age 73 of Irwin, passed away at his home on January 8, 2025. He was born on May 9, 1951 in Braddock, a son of the late John R. Snyder Sr. and Irene Kisak Snyder. John was raised in the Byzantine Catholic faith, and he was a graduate of Braddock High School. He was self-employed as a general contractor. In his free time, John enjoyed dancing, and he also served as a DJ, notably for his wife's line dancing classes. He always looked forward to playing pool in the Shafton Firehall Billiards League, and he was an avid photographer. In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 51 years Debra Snyder, three brothers, Daniel "Squeaky" Snyder, Donald Snyder, and James Snyder, and two sisters Dianne Spoltore and Susie Newton. He is survived by his son, Andrew Snyder (and wife Heidi), his daughter Carolyn Andrejcak, one brother Darryl Snyder (and wife Theresa), two sisters Deborah Filus and Pamela Aleck (and husband Thomas), and three grandchildren, Abigail, Andrew "AJ", and Thomas. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, on Sunday from 2 PM to 6 PM. A funeral service will take place in the funeral home chapel on Monday at 11 AM with interment to follow in Restland Cemetery in Monroeville. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
January 09, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
David Alan Yarosik, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away suddenly on January 7, 2025. Dave was born on April 6, 1960 in Pittsburgh. He grew up in North Huntingdon, where he was a star athlete at Norwin High School (class of 1978). He was a faithful member of St. Stephen’s Byzantine Catholic Church. Dave was a devoted family man who loved his “Sweetie” Janet and his children and grandchildren above all else. Lovingly known as Pap by his grandchildren, he was happy to be an involved, dedicated, and special part of their lives. He also loved animals, especially his dog Lulu. Dave was an avid sports fan, cheering on the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. He was dependable, fun, and generous, a steady and kind presence to all who knew him. He had a warm smile and a great laugh. He is survived by his wife Janet, his children Jennifer Belliveau (David Jones), Michael Belliveau (Kelley), and David Belliveau, his grandchildren Penelope, Theodora, and Sebastian Jones, his brother Michael Yarosik (Colleen) and their children Jason (Ann) and Ryan (Julia), and many other loving family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents George and Goldie Yarosik. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, on Sunday from 4-6 PM, and Monday from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM with a Panachida service at 7:30 PM. A funeral liturgy will take place on Tuesday at 10 AM in St. Stephen Byzantine Catholic Church in North Huntingdon with interment to follow in the Holy Savior Cemetery Mausoleum in Gibsonia. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Animal Friends. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
January 08, 2025 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Linda M. Trail, age 63, of Bethel Park and formerly of Elizabeth, passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at St. Clair Hospital. She retired as a health care worker at Davita Dialysis in Jefferson Hills. She enjoyed bingo, country music, and taking care of family and friends. She especially loved all her nieces and nephews. Born January 7, 1962 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Howard J. and Shirley M. (Lycett) Trail Sr. She is survived by her sister, LuAnn (David) Britton of Bethel Park; brother, Howard J. (Susan) Trail Jr. of Bunola; and nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her uncle, David Lycett, and niece, Jessica Trail. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth, on Friday, January 10, 2025 from 4-7 PM. No services are planned. Private burial will be in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
January 08, 2025 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Carol B. Howard, age 69, of West Mifflin, passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, in Jefferson Hospital. Born in Homestead, PA on March 25, 1955, she was the daughter of the late Charles D. “Jake” and Susan H. (Manns) Barnes. She was a retired billing specialist for UPMC Community Medicine, Inc. and a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-St. Agnes Church.
Beloved Wife, Mother, Sister, Aunt, and Friend, she enjoyed reading, cooking, rare quiet nights with her candles, shows, popcorn, and cat “Kittie”, spending time in the sun at her pool or on the beach. But where she found her life’s greatest joy was caring for all those around her. With a warm smile, dedicated hands, selfless spirit, gentle soul, and tireless heart, she had a natural ability to make everyone in her life feel calmed, heard, appreciated and, above all, loved.
She has been with her loving husband, James “Jim” Howard, for 57 years. She is the mother of James “Murt” Howard of West Mifflin, Andrew “Andy” Howard of West Mifflin, and Mariah Howard of West Mifflin; sister of Sandy (late Paul) Mancini of Kinsman, OH, Dorsey (Thomas) Solich of Howland, OH, Sheryl (Ed) Eichenlaub of Bethel Park, Susie (Kevin) Kurta of West Mifflin and late Terry (wife Doris survives) Barnes of Findlay OH; sister-in-law of Terrence D. (Jean) Howard of West Mifflin, Susan M. (late Jay Null) Howard of West Mifflin and Patricia H. (Tom) Klocko of West Mifflin.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2025, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. and Sunday, January 12, 2025, from 12-4 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. A Blessing Service will take place at the Funeral Home on Monday, January 13, 2025, at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, at 10:00 a.m., at St. Agnes Church, West Mifflin, with Rev. Daniel D'Antonio, officiating. Burial will follow in St. Agnes Cemetery, West Mifflin.
January 08, 2025 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Marshall B. Swauger Jr., age 99, of White Oak, formerly of McKeesport, died at home on January 6, 2025. Born December 17, 1925, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Marshall Sr. and Sadie Mae (Thornton) Swauger and husband of the late Joan (Barry) Swauger.
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January 08, 2025 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Clifford M. Eber, 85, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025 at Paramount Senior Living in Bethel Park. He retired from the accounting department at United Vending in Pittsburgh. He enjoyed golfing and watching sports, especially the Steelers, Pirates and Penguins, and was a member of the Carlton Horseshoe Club in Lawrenceville. Born August 12, 1939 in Lawrenceville, he was a son of the late Martin and Alice (Greaves) Eber. He is survived by nieces, Amy (Frank) Truzzi of Pittsburgh and Lynn (Rich) Ehland of Peters Twp.; nephew, Bill (Brenda) Eber of Jefferson Hills; great-nieces, Abby Truzzi, Maggie Ehland and Katie Ehland; great-nephews, Joe Ehland and Tyler and Mason Eber; and sister-in-law, Mary Lou Eber of Jefferson Hills. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother, William F. Eber. Services are private. Memorial contributions may be made to the Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf, 300 East Swissvale Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15218. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
January 08, 2025 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Betty Elaine Potts, born on December 15, 1952, in Ponce, Puerto Rico, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2025, at the age of 72 in McKeesport, Pennsylvania.
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January 07, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Margaret Marie Eddy, 95, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Monday, January 6, 2025. She was born in Duquesne on October 4, 1929 to the late John and Mary (Serdy) Regosh. She was also the wife to the late Thomas Eddy before his passing in May 2020. Margaret worked as a floral designer for companies in the surrounding areas - Lawrence the Florist & Gift Shop & lastly, Johnston the Florist in White Oak and McKeesport. Raised catholic, Margaret became a Eucharistic Minister for St. Michael's Church in Elizabeth for many years and was a very active member with the church outside of the Ministry.
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January 07, 2025 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Paula Jean (Schink) Seabol, age 58, of Liberty Boro, passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. Born in Homestead on June 24, 1966, she is the daughter of Gary and Joan (August) Schink of West Mifflin.
She was a legal secretary at “The Law Office” in Pittsburgh for over 20 years. She then worked at the Pat McGrail Law Office in White Oak and at R.D.M. Plumbing in West Homestead. She was a member of the McKeesport Alliance Church, where she served as a greeter. She enjoyed gardening, canning, yard work and bicycle riding.
Besides her parents, she is survived by her husband, Robert A. Seabol; children, John A. “Jay” Martin of McKeesport and Jacen Wargo of Duquesne; 3 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; brother, Paul “Jeff” (Linda) Schink of Dravosburg; and stepdaughter, Rachel Seabol of Liberty Boro.
There will be no visitation. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at 6:30 p.m., at McKeesport Alliance Church, 938 Summitt St., McKeesport, PA 15132, with Pastor Kevin Truman, officiating. Burial will be held at a later date in Calvary Cemetery, Port Vue.
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.
January 07, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Roland Keith "Rocky" Childers, 60, of Blythedale, passed away Wednesday, January 1, 2025. He was born April 13, 1964 in Mulvane, KS., and was the son of the late Lee Roy and Edith (Thompson) Childers, Jr. Rocky was a Bartender at WMBU in Blythedale for over 30 years. He is survived by his brothers, Christopher (Sue) Childers of Sutersville and Glenn (George Smith) Childers of Elizabeth Township, special niece, Heather (Todd) Slonecker of Blythedale and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Lee Roy Childers, III., and Greg "Scotty" Childers, and sisters, Cynthia Childers Criswell and Marina Miller. There is no visitation. Services are private. 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
January 07, 2025 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Eldora “Dorree” Jean Gedekoh, 60, of Elizabeth, passed away peacefully at home on January 6, 2025. When she wasn’t cooking or spending time with her husband by the pool, she spent most of her time lounging at home with her beloved dogs, watching her TV shows, and hanging out with her cousin Mirt and best friend Cheryl. She had a love for big family gatherings and holiday celebrations, and the family Christmas Eve party was always her favorite. More than anything else, she was a loving and devoted mother and grandma. Born April 29, 1964 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late John Christian and Alyce Fay (Fine) Gedekoh Jr. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Robin Sleith. She is survived by her husband, Butch VanFosson; daughter, Allison (Anthony) Marshall-Hertzig of Buena Vista; grandchildren, Presley Jean, Julian, Dax, Riley, Kalie and Memphis; stepson, Troy (Barbara) Vanfosson of Elizabeth Twp.; sister, Edna Gedekoh of Elizabeth; brothers, John "Chris" (Janine) Gedekoh III of Rostraver and Tracey "Utch" Gedekoh of Elizabeth Twp.; niece, Jasmine; nephews, Jonathan, Jake, Jace, Shane, Chad and Ryan; great-nieces and nephews; and brother-in-law, Charles Sleith of Charleroi. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Thursday, January 9, 2025 from 4-7 PM. A funeral service will place on Friday, January 10, 2025 at 12 Noon in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Jude Urso officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
January 07, 2025 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Maurice C. Williams, age 70, of McKeesport, died at home on January 6, 2025. Born August 13, 1954, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Edgar Smith and Sarah Irene Williams and husband of Denise Porter. Maurice was a dedicated butcher known for his craft at Rendulic's in Port Vue and 84 Packing in Washington. When he wasn't working, Maurice enjoyed riding his electric bike along the Yough Bike Trail, appreciating the beauty of nature surrounding him. He held a special love for vacationing in Ocean City, MD, where every sunset became a cherished memory. Above all, Maurice was devoted to his family, and his grandchildren were a constant source of joy and pride. They will forever remember him for his laughter, wisdom, and unwavering support.
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