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Mary Ann Emert

January 02, 2023 |

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

Mary Ann (Hruska) Emert, age 90, of Finleyville, formerly of Elrama, passed away on Friday, December 30, 2022 at home. A graduate of California University, she retired as office manager for Conversion Systems in Elrama. She was a member of St. Isaac Jogues Church in Elrama and was a long-time church organist. Born November 6, 1932 in Donora, she was a daughter of the late Andrew and Mary (Kammer) Hruska and wife of the late Charles J. Emert. She is survived by sons, Harry P. (Roseanne) Warchola of Marietta, GA and Michael (Suzan) Warchola of Jefferson Hills; grandchildren, Jonathan Capicotto, Christopher (Maria) Capicotto, Lukas (Holly) Warchola, Logan Warchola and Matthew Law; great-grandchildren, Chance, Nia and Caleb Capicotto; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Harry P. Warchola; daughter, Marilyn "Teenie" Capicotto; and infant son, Paul John Warchola. Visitation and burial are private. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

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Janet V. Wiggins

January 02, 2023 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Janet V. Wiggins, age 80, of McKeesport, died December 30, 2022, at St. Clair Hospital of Pittsburgh. Born August 28, 1942, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Razny) Tonkovic and the wife of the late James Wiggins.

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Margaret “Chookie” Brown

January 01, 2023 |

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

Margaret “Chookie” Brown died peacefully of natural causes on Wednesday, December 28, 2022. She was born on February 4, 1933 to Margaret Henrietta Apful Brown and Crawford Frazier Brown in Wilkinsburg, PA, where she spent most of her life.

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Suzanne Catherine Maglicco

December 31, 2022 |

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

Suzanne Catherine Maglicco, age 81, of Pleasant Hills, died on Saturday, December 31, 2022. She was born in McKeesport on August 10, 1941 and is the daughter of the late Joseph and Florence Kramchak Kuremsky.

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Louis W. Gephart

December 30, 2022 |

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

Louis William Gephart, dedicated husband, loving father and grandfather, brother, friend and resident of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Friday, December 30, 2022 surrounded by his beloved wife and daughters at Arden Courts of Jefferson Hills. Louis W. Gephart was born to Louis T. and Anna (Grimes) Gephart in Elizabeth on December 2, 1938. He graduated from Elizabeth Forward High School in 1958 and was a veteran of the 101st Airborne Division Fort Campbell, Kentucky Battery C- 321st Artillery. Lou married Saundra Lee Homer on November 10, 1962 and they spent 60 beautiful years together. Through those years they had three daughters who cherished their loving father. He was a member of the Elizabeth Township Sportsmen Association and American Legion Post 0553. He worked at Elizabeth Motors, Edgar Motors, Fisher Body, and Volkswagen while living in Pennsylvania. Lou and Sandy moved to St. Louis, MO, in 1991 where Louis began working for BASF as a paint supervisor, still making frequent trips back to Pennsylvania to be with family. He made the best of friends and memories wherever he went. Lou’s true joys were tinkering in the garage, fishing, hunting, camping, playing golf, fixing cars, playing cards, horseshoes, dancing, and above all, spending time with his family. He loved having family sing-alongs in the garage or basement. You would probably see him chopping wood, having a shot and a beer, or watching a good cowboy movie. He will always be remembered for his fun-loving spirit, his love of country music, and his maintained garden. You may recall seeing him on his golf cart with his tools strapped on delivering zucchini from his garden to the neighbors, cutting his grass on his John Deere, or plowing everyone’s driveway in the winter. Louis is survived by his wife, Sandy; their three daughters, Kimberly, Lorraine (Bill) Payne and Denise (James) Kahler; grandchildren, Ashton, Jacob and Ava; sisters, Minnie, Patsy, Marion, Hazel, Twylia, and Donna; and countless nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, John, Jim and Cliff Gephart; sisters, Evelyn Opfar and Anna Lou Brown; and grandson, Alec James. He will always be remembered by his creative “way of doing things” or gadgets around the house. Thank you to the wonderful team at Commonwealth Hospice and his caretakers at Arden Courts who cared for him in his last days. He truly had a life lived to the fullest. He will never be replaced and the world is a little emptier without him. If you knew him, you loved him. All we can hope for is to fill our dash (1938 - 2022) with memories and making sure the people we love know us and love us. He lived an amazing dash. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Monday, January 2, 2023 from 6-8 PM and Tuesday, January 3, 2023 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM with a Panachida service at 7:30 PM. Additional viewing will take place on Wednesday, January 4, 2023 at the Dormition of the Blessed Virgin Mary Russian Orthodox Church, 330 Shaw Avenue, McKeesport, PA 15132 from 9 AM until the time of funeral service at 10 AM with Fr. Dimitri D. Ermakov officiating. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com

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Charles L. "Chas" Schleifer

December 30, 2022 |

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

Charles L. "Chas" Schleifer, 93, of North Lawrence, Ohio, previously of East McKeesport, Pennsylvania, passed away Wednesday, December 28, 2022, surrounded and embraced by his loving family.

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Eleanor J. Powell

December 30, 2022 |

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

Eleanor J. Powell, age 82, of White Oak, died on Friday, December 30, 2022. She was born in McKeesport on September 26, 1940 and is the daughter of the late Helen Gidias Powell. She was employed as a clerk for various businesses including Rite Aid.

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Terri Lynn Zombek

December 30, 2022 |

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

Terri Lynn Zombek, age 71 of Forward Twp., passed away at home on Thursday, December 29, 2022.  Born January 10, 1951 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late George and Dolores (Henry) Young.  An executive secretary for SteelMed in McKeesport, Terri will be remembered by her family for her wonderful storytelling; her love of music, dancing and puzzles; but most importantly as a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.  She is survived by her husband of 39 years John D. Zombek; her daughter Tammy (Glenn) Bales of McKeesport; her grandchildren Allison and John Brown of Elizabeth, Christopher Leonard and Joshua Buchina of McKeesport, and C.J. Sphar of Perryopolis; her sister Sandy (Dennis) Sandusky of West Mifflin; and their children Matthew Sandusky and Dennis Sandusky.

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Susan L. Caruso

December 30, 2022 |

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

Susan Caruso, 71, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, December 29, 2022 at her home.  She was born December 14, 1951 in Washington, a daughter of the late William and Shirley (Bash) Armitage.  Prior to her retirement, Susan was a Human Resource Manager for Menasha and enjoyed vacationing at the beach, gardening, cats and spending time with her boys and grandchildren.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, William Armitage Jr.  She is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, John Caruso; sons, John, Mike and his wife, Angel, Domenic and his wife, Brandi; grandchildren, Brenna, Katherine, Hailey, Michael Jr., David and Domenic.  There will be no visitation.  A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at a later date.  Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA  15642.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Terry S. Frye

December 28, 2022 |

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

Terry S. Frye, 65, of North Huntingdon, passed away Tuesday, December 27, 2022 at his home. He was born November 19, 1957, a son of the late Earl and Doris (Crowe) Frye.  Terry was a sales associate for Macy's Department store with 40 years of service and a graduate of Norwin Sr. High School Class of '76.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Lee, and sister-in-law, Patricia.  He is survived by his niece, Heather Frye (Robert Turney); nephew, Matthew Frye (Angela); great nieces and nephew, Sierra, Everlee and Isaiah; cousins, Brian and Rick Crowe.  Terry wanted to thank all of those wonderful people he met.  Especially those at Macy's Herald Square, Monroeville and Westmoreland, especially Michele, Natalie and Beth.  Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society in memory of Terry.  There will be no visitation.  Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA  15642.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Anne Trent

December 28, 2022 |

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

Anne Trent, age 95 and formerly of Versailles, passed away on Tuesday, December 27, 2022 in Paramount Senior Living, Peters Township.  Born October 23, 1927 in Versailles, she was a daughter of the late Milovan and Susan (Stafinsky) Tumara.  A member of St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Church in McKeesport, Anne worked as an office manager for O'Donnell and Associates Engineering in Pleasant Hills and was a member of the AARP.  Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Robert Trent, her son Robert E. Trent, her sisters Mary Mihoces and Catherine Flamish, and her brother Paul Tumara.  Anne is survived by her daughter Karen Sue (Kenneth) Johnson of Marietta, GA; her daughter-in-law Helen Trent of Peters Twp.; her grandchildren Robert E. Trent, Jr., Erin Rattenni, Ryan P. Trent, and James D. Fox; her seven great-grandchildren; and also nieces and nephews. 

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Rosario Vincent Stabile

December 28, 2022 |

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

Rosario Vincent "Vince" Stabile, 46, of Pittsburgh, set himself free Sunday, December 25, 2022. He was born February 27, 1976 in Indiana, PA, son of Marlene Joyce (Shufran) Stabile and the late Rosario Louis Stabile, and grew up in North Huntingdon, PA. Vince worked for Dick's Sporting Goods. He was a graduate of Norwin Senior High School Class of '94, where he holds the all-time record in Track for the Triple Jump and held the longtime record for the Long Jump, for which his record is now 3rd place, and he also played Basketball. Vince earned his undergraduate degree from IUP where he graduated top of his Business Class, and earned his MBA from Point Park University. Vince also strived to achieve a Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do. He is survived by his mother, Marlene Stabile; his daughter, Ava Stabile; his sister, Dorey Stabile (Simon Alexander); and best friend Tim "T" Carr. Visitation will be 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm and a memorial service be held at 6:00 pm on Friday, December 30, 2022 at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Vince’s memory to Ray of Hope, c/o Mental Health America of Southwestern, 409 Coulter Avenue, Greensburg, PA 15601

www.rayofhopewestmoreland.org

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Rebecca Johnson

December 28, 2022 |

By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home

Rebecca Johnson, 78, affectionately known as “Becky” of Duquesne, PA was born March 31, 1944, in Marion Junction, Alabama and reared in Selma, Alabama. She was the beloved daughter to the late Louis and Lenora (Pharr) Walker. Becky departed this life on December 14, 2022 in Shadyside Hospital.

Becky attended Perry County School in Marion Junction, Alabama. Becky was employed at McKeesport Hospital for over 36 years where she retired. Becky was truly family oriented; she loved her family. Becky loved going to the dog and horse races and sometimes bingo. She loved traveling and meeting new people. Becky loved the beauty salon she went every weekend. Everyone knew Becky loved the Lord, no matter where Becky went or who you were, she always expressed her love for the Lord. When Becky’s health began to decline, she moved back to Pittsburgh and resided with her daughter Sarah Walker of Penn Hills, PA. Sarah took great care of her mother. Becky you are and will be forever missed! She spent a lot of time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She made sure her family knew about the Lord. Becky was a member of Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church in Duquesne, PA before she moved to Selma, Alabama.

While living in Selma Alabama, she attended Mt. Zion Primitive Baptist Church.

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Evelyn Houston

December 28, 2022 |

By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home

Evelyn Houston, 69 of McKeesport was born on August 9, 1953. The beloved daughter of Harold and Essie (Hudson) Hines, on Friday, December 9, 2022, Evelyn completed her transition and went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.  She was at home surrounded by her memories and what she held dear. Evelyn left this world the same way she lived her life, she did it “her way”.

Evelyn graduated from Thomas Jefferson H.S. and furthered her education by attending nursing courses. She later married Albert Houston Sr., and from this union, three sons were born (Albert Jr, Jesse, and David).

She leaves to cherish her memory: Sons: Albert Houston, Jr. of Reading, PA, Jesse Houston, and David (Natasha) of Pittsburgh, PA; ten grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; Sisters: Helen Brown, McKeesport, PA, and Carol Heller, N, Versailles, PA; Brother: Anthony Hines, Clairton, PA; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and friends.

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Joseph D. "Dave" Malloy

December 27, 2022 |

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

Joseph D. “Dave” Malloy, age 87, of West Mifflin, passed away on Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at home. Born in West Mifflin on January 1, 1935, he was the son of the late Joseph and Colette (Schweitzer) Malloy. He was a retired car salesman from Babe Charapp Ford in McKeesport and, in retirement, he worked as a security guard at Forbes Nursing and Rehab in Pittsburgh. He was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Name Church, proudly served his country in the Air Force and enjoyed fishing, cooking and all sports. He is the beloved husband of 60 years to Elizabeth “Betty” (O’Leary) Malloy; father of Mary Beth (Glenn) Artim of West Mifflin, Joseph P. (Lisa) Malloy of West Mifflin, and the late David G. Malloy; grandfather of Joseph M. Malloy, Carrie Artim, Ryan Artim, and Kristie (wife Julia) Dean; brother of Patricia (late Ronald) Weinstein of Murrysville and Fred (late Nancy) Malloy of Elizabeth. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.

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