Joanne M. Gassner
October 03, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Dorla J. Kotouch
October 02, 2022 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Dorla J. Kotouch, 92, of Versailles, passed away Saturday, October 1, 2022. She was born January 29, 1930 in Boston and was the daughter of the late William and Martha (Stewart) Beresford. She was the wife of the late Robert T. Kotouch who passed away August 12, 2007. They were married for 58 years.
Sally Ann Prailey
October 02, 2022 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Salomea "Sally" Ann Prailey, 87, of Boston, passed away Friday, September 30, 2022 at home. She was born August 22, 1935 in Boston and was the daughter of the late Anthony and Josephine (Martinaitis) Wroblewski Snyder. She was the wife of the late Frederick R. Prailey who passed away February 26, 2010. They were married for 56 years. Sally was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, St. Patrick Church in Christy Park. She was an Administrative Assistant to the District Manager at the former J.C. Penny Co. in the Eastland Mall, She worked there from 1967 to 1997. She had previously worked at McKeesport AAA, Helmsteder's, and Balsamo's. Sally was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was an excellent homemaker and loved to cook, bake, and make candy. She was also a seamstress and made clothes for herself, her daughter and even made miniature Barbie Doll clothing. She loved her cats, reading, gardening and watching the history and educational channels. She enjoyed knitting, crochet, crossword puzzles and motorcycling with her husband. She was quick witted, ornery, and extremely strong willed. She was an impeccable dresser and loved sweets and chocolate. Sally and Fred loved to travel and were once labeled "The Travel Couple" by the former McKeesport Daily News.
Matthew David Whittington
October 01, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Richard J. Love
October 01, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Nancy S. Shuber
October 01, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Saundra Salvi
September 30, 2022 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Saundra E. Salvi, age 71, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on September 26, 2022. She was the wife of Michael Salvi and daughter of Santa (Raffle) Mikita and the late Peter Mikita, Jr. In addition to her husband, she is survived by children, Steven (Jennifer) Salvi and Jared (Alyson) Salvi. She is also survived by ten grandchildren. Family and friends will be received at Willig Funeral Home & Crematory on Wednesday from 3-7 p.m. The funeral service will be held at Norwin Alliance Church on Thursday at 11 a.m. Everyone is asked to please meet at the church. Entombment will follow at New St. Joseph Cemetery. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com.
Charles Danforth, Supervisor
Louise Mallozzi
September 30, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Louise Mallozzi, age 99 of Elizabeth Twp. and formerly of Clairton, passed away at home on Thursday, September 29, 2022. Born October 11, 1922 in Besancon, France, she was a daughter of the the late Alexander and Josephine (Gennari) Cola. A member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish - St. Clare of Assisi Church, Clairton, Louise was a member of the St. Clare of Assisi Parish Womens Guild and the Sons of Columbus, Genova Council #6. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Dominick Mallozzi, Jr., who passed away April 15, 1975, her daughter Phyllis (Mallozzi) Petros, and her son Ronald D. Mallozzi. Louise is survived by her daughter Nancy (Larry) Toth of Elizabeth Twp., her grandson Michael (Renee) Toth of South Park; her great-grandsons Alex and Joey Toth; her son-in-law Tom Petros of Port St. Lucie, FL; and also nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Mary Jane Dewyer
September 29, 2022 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Mary Jane Dewyer, age 93, of White Oak, died on Thursday, September 29, 2022. She was born in McKeesport on January 30, 1929 and is the daughter of the late Albert Spear and Hazel Schoeller Cox and the wife of the late Robert W. Dewyer. She graduated from McKeesport High School and attended business college in McKeesport. She was employed as a secretary at USX Edgar Thompson Works for almost 35 years and also employed at USX Homestead Works and Christy Park Works for some time. She was a member of the First Christian Church in McKeesport and the Order of the Eastern Star.
Jay Patrick Null
September 29, 2022 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Jay Patrick Null, 60, of McKeesport, formerly of Elizabeth Township, passed away Wednesday, September 28, 2022 after a courageous battle with ALS. He was born December 4, 1961 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Robert M. Null, Sr., and the late Mary M. (Madden) Null. Jay was a member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish- St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Township and was also a member of the church choir. Jay was a 1979 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School and received his Bachelor's degree from Penn State University and his MBA from Waynesburg University. He was a Senior Marketing Engineer for Westinghouse. Jay was a very kind, compassionate man who cared very deeply for his family, friends and neighbors. He loved dogs, gardening, and was an excellent cook and baker.
David R. Smerkol
September 29, 2022 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Ronald Henry Ziegler
September 29, 2022 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Ronald Henry Ziegler, 83, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Wednesday, September 28, 2022 at home. He was born October 13, 1938 in Pittsburgh and was the son of the late Henry V. and Margaret (Heidish) Ziegler. Ronald was a member of Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church in Elizabeth Township and was retired from Bombardier in West Mifflin. He was a US Army Veteran. Ronald loved cars, woodworking and traveling. He was a perfectionist at everything he did.
Edward G. Tirk
September 29, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Edward G. Tirk, age 81, of North Huntingdon, died September 26, 2022, at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. Born February 24, 1941, in Altus, OK, he was the son of the late George E. and Mary Jane (Larouere) Tirk and husband of Merry (Humphries) Tirk.
Edward had a lucrative career with Kodak, touring the country as a Technical Sales Rep. After he retired from Kodak, he became Sales and Marketing Manager for Filmet. He served as Past President of the Norwin Lions. Ed was a motorcycle enthusiast, rode for many years, and was a member of the PA Spyder Riders.
In addition to his wife, Ed is survived by children, Eric (Christine) Tirk, Christopher (Christine) Tirk, and Natalie (John) Masten; grandchildren, Kailee Spaur and Savanna Tirk; sister, Diane (David) Owen; nephew, Daniel (Cara) Owen; great-nieces, Greta and Liv Owen; brother in law Robert Humphries: mother of his children and good friend, Patricia Tirk-Arena and his cat BooBoo.
In addition to his parents, Ed was also preceded in death by a grandson, Simon, and a great-grandson, Leo.
As per Ed's wishes, there will be no services. Arrangements were entrusted to Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
Chris Odasso, Supervisor
Kipling "Kip" Tornblom
September 29, 2022 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Robert E. Babcock
September 29, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Robert E. Babcock, age 95, of White Oak, died September 25, 2022, at UPMC Shadyside Hospital. Born September 13, 1927, in Massena, NY, he was the son of the late Emerson W. and Gertrude L. (Brown) Babcock. The husband of the late Beverly J. (Derouchie) Babcock and Patricia H. (Petach) Babcock.
Robert served in the U.S. Navy and retired as a Lieutenant Commander after 24 years spent primarily as a pilot and flight instructor. He then went on to teach at Penn State University in McKeesport for 22 years in the Electrical Engineering Technology program. Robert was a 72-year member of the Ancient Free and Accepted Masons, having been raised a Master Mason in 1950. He was also a long-time member of the American Legion in White Oak and the Two Rivers Amateur Radio Club of the Monongahela and Yough River Valley. He was an avid outdoorsman in his earlier years, and especially liked boating, fishing, and camping. He was technically inclined, so he always took very good care of his home, cars, radios, and computers; he was quick to offer a hand to others with theirs as well. In his later years, he enjoyed traveling around the country by RV and spending time with family.
