September 13, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Edward J. Bleil, age 85, of Elizabeth, passed away on Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. He was the retired owner of Bleil Indoor Air in Elizabeth, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and a member of the Pleasant Hills Masonic Lodge 509. He was also a member of the former Primitive Methodist Church in Buena Vista. Born April 18, 1937 in Clairton, he was a son of the late Edward N. and Sophia (Stanczak) Bleil. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Gayle (Holliday) Bleil; daughter, Kelly Dziaminski of Elizabeth; sons, Edward "JR" (Donna) Bleil of Elizabeth and Kevin (Karen Slavick) Bleil of Elizabeth Twp.; grandchildren, Nikki (Michael) Lupari, Danielle (Orrie) Rockwell, Natalie Bleil and Grant (Kaylee) Bleil; great-grandchildren, Michael, Nicholas, Danica and Easton; sister, Bernie Jenkins-Hillman of Forward Twp.; also, nieces and nephews. Arrangements are private at the request of the family and being handled by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
September 13, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Russell G. "Rusty" Boal, age 55, of Elizabeth, formerly of Clairton, passed away on Monday, September 12, 2022 at home. He was a maintenance supervisor for CMS Properties in Pittsburgh. He was an assistant softball coach and loved his Harley Davidson motorcycles. Born December 23, 1966 in McKeesport, he was a son of Evelyn A. (Olesky) (Edward) Bendik of Clairton and the late David R. Boal. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Tiffany A. (Scott) Boal; daughters, Elizabeth, Olivia and Sarabeth Boal at home; son, Michael Boal at home; brothers, David (Marsha) Boal of Jefferson Hills and Jeffrey Boal of White Oak; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by sister, Denise L. Finnegan, and mother-in-law, Judith Hrvacic Nolder. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Thursday, September 15, 2022 from 4-8 PM. No services are planned. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
September 13, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Patricia H. Babcock, age 88, of White Oak, died September 12, 2022, at UPMC East Hospital of Monroeville. Born December 27, 1933, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Alex and Mary (Buckiso) Petach and the wife of Robert E. Babcock.
Patricia worked throughout her life as a nurse retiring from Jeannette District Memorial Hospital, mostly working at Magee Womens Hospital where she was an accomplished Nursing Director for many years. She was a member of The St. Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church of McKeesport. Patricia was also a member of the Pittsburgh Literacy Council and was a board member for many nursing organizations.
She enjoyed traveling, spending time with her family, cooking, and participating in church events throughout her lifetime.
Read More
September 13, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Lisa M. Harris, 59, of North Huntingdon, passed away at Transitions Healthcare in North Huntingdon on September 12, 2022 after a lengthy illness. She was the beloved wife of Richard D. Harris, and devoted mother to Caitlyn, Casimir, and Hallie Harris. Lisa was preceded in death by her parents Casimir and Agnes (Mattiko) Welcer, and sister Bonita (Welcer) Robertson. Born August 10, 1963, she was a 1981 graduate of West Mifflin High School North. Lisa was a hair stylist and could always be counted on to give a family member a quick cut without much notice. Lisa loved playing bingo, going to the casino and the musical group Styx. She was an incredible cook and could make the most delicious meal without a recipe. Most of all, Lisa loved her family, especially her husband of 33 years and her three beautiful children. Lisa made friends everywhere she went, and her friends were lifelong. When her family made the very difficult decision to change Lisa to hospice care, a constant stream of Transition’s staff began to come in to say their tearful goodbyes. Life will not be the same without her contagious and boisterous laugh. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She is survived by her sister Kathleen (Welcer) Miele (Vito), brother Mark Welcer (Carol) and several nieces and nephews. Friends will be received on Thursday from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday at 10 a.m. in St. Agnes Church. Interment to follow in Long Run Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
September 13, 2022 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Michael Govanucci, 84, of Monroeville passed away on Sunday, September 11, 2022, after a brief yet valiant struggle with cancer. Michael was the son of the late Dorothy (Tatalovich) Govanucci of McKeesport.
Read More
September 12, 2022 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Melvin Calvin McClinton, Sr., 70 of Boston, Elizabeth Township, passed away on Monday, September 12, 2022 at McKeesport Hospital with his beloved family by his side. He was born January 26, 1952 in McKeesport, Pennsylvania and was the son to the late Edward and Gloria (Greene) McClinton. He was the third of five siblings. Melvin graduated from Elizabeth Forward Senior High School in 1970. He was employed by Clariton Mill as a Machine Operator for 34 years and retired in 2004. In his adult life he enjoyed riding his bike, watching sports, and most of all- fishing. Melvin was a talented athlete who ran track, played football, and was an impactful Little League Coach.
Read More
September 12, 2022 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Sherry L. Sutton, 68, of McKeesport, died Sept. 11, 2022. She is the daughter of the late Merle and Dolores (Ardinger) Easton. She is survived by her husband David Sutton; daughters LeAnne (Andrew) Papson and Jennifer (James) Morabeto; grandchildren Dylan, Brendon, Dakotah, Connor and Finley; step son Sonny (Niki) Lewis; sisters Linda Moranelli, Sandra Hasso and Jean Ann Dausey; also nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son Jonathon Lewis and brother Gary Easton. Sherry was a member of the Glassport United Methodist Church. Friends received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Wed. from 2 to 8. A funeral service will be held Thurs. 11:00 am at the funeral home. Interment following Jefferson Memorial Park.
September 11, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Clara Mae (Hobaugh) Janicki, age 87, of Blaine Hill and formerly of Port Orange, FL, passed away on Saturday, September 10, 2022 at home.
She was a member and former deacon assistant at the Elizabeth Baptist Church and a former associate member at the New Hope Baptist Church in Port Orange, FL. She was a member of the choir at both churches, enjoyed gardening and cooking and was famous for her cabbage rolls. Her family and friends often referred to her as a Prayer Warrior. Born January 4, 1935 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Clarence H. and Mary (Kadar) Hobaugh. She is survived by her husband of 67 years, Alfred Janicki; children, Daryl (Cathy) Janicki of Lake Frederick, VA, Debra Bender of Delmont, Mark (Susan) Janicki of Lockhart, TX and Lisa Janicki of Blaine Hill; grandchildren, Eric Janicki, Jason (Olga) Janicki, Nadia (Timothy) Speney, Miranda (Sean) Floor, Chad (Samantha) Bender, Rebecca (Jesse) Janicki, David Janicki and Michelle Janicki; eleven great-grandchildren; brothers, George Hobaugh of Bunola and Allen Hobaugh of Elizabeth; her cat, Graycie; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers, Ralph Hobaugh and Clarence Hobaugh, Jr. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth, on Tuesday, September 13, 2022 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Wednesday, September 14, 2022 at 10 AM in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Jude Urso officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
September 11, 2022 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Joan Y. Cochran, 86, of Versailles, formerly of Elizabeth Township, passed away Saturday, September 10, 2022 at home. She was born March 6, 1936 in Homestead and was the daughter of the late Orville Fredrick and Dorothy Marie (Schmidt) Herchelroth. She was the wife of the late of Harry Wayne Cochran who passed away May 21, 2004 . Joan was a member of Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church in Elizabeth Township. She enjoyed quilting, needlepoint, ceramics, cake decorating and stained glass. She had previously worked at the Consolidated Coal Co.
Read More
September 10, 2022 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Mary E. Schreck, age 86, of Clairton, passed away August 24, 2022 at The Willows At Meadow Branch, Winchester VA. Daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Schreck and sister of the late Barbara Barrett. Loving aunt of Roy and his wife Carolyn, and Joe and his wife Linda, great-aunt of Mary, Sean, Brian and Shannon. Mary was a school nurse for the Clairton School District for 35 years. She enjoyed being with family and friends, traveling, musicals, crocheting and sewing. She was a lifetime member of the Pennsylvania State Education Association, National Education Association and AARP Wilson Chapter #1612. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Read More
September 10, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
On September 2, 2022, God called Home his faithful servant and son, John Joseph “Jack” Rahaw, 87, of Manassas, VA. Born October 11, 1934, in East Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late John and Ann (Salatney) Rahaw and the husband of the late Genevieve Michelle (Yasofsky) Rahaw for more than 50 years.
Jack retired from Georator Corporation after 35 years as an electrical engineer, during which time he helped develop the electrical grid for the country of Bahrain. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army, serving six years in both the United States and (West) Germany as a field artilleryman in the 3rd Infantry Division. Jack was also an alumnus of Carnegie Mellon University. Jack will forever be remembered for his unending generosity, his complete and total faith in God, his kind and loving nature and his gift of extreme intelligence. He will be sorely missed by all who were blessed to have known him.
Read More
September 09, 2022 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Joseph D. Valente, age 81, of New Eagle, formerly of Deep Creek, MD, Duquesne, and Munhall, passed away on Thursday, September 8, 2022, at home. Son of the late Daniel and Helen Valente, he was born in Homestead, on June 10, 1941. He was a retired Union Carpenter, a classic car enthusiast, an accomplished bowler with a 300 game, and a card player. He proudly served his country in the Army during the Vietnam War. He was the husband of the late Mary Karen (Weber) Valente. He is survived by his dogs, Sophie and Sadie; brothers and sisters-in law, Allan J. (Karen) Weber of West Mifflin, Louis (Debbie) Weber of West Mifflin, Don (Kathy) Weber of West Mifflin and Greg (Lynn) Weber of West Mifflin; nieces and nephews, Dana, Louis, Donald, Brian, Kalie and Mike; cousin, Kathleen Lucerne Rich of Florida; and life-long friends, Cliff, Lori, Danielle & his godson Cliff Grierson, Jimmy Babbi Family and Gaspare Porco Family. Visitation will be held on Monday, September 12, 2022, from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, where a Blessing Service will be held on Tuesday, September 13, 2022, at 10:00 a.m., with Rev. John McKenna, officiating. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery-West Mifflin, with Military Honors.
September 09, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Barbara A. Balint, age 81, of McKeesport, died September 8, 2022, at home. Born May 14, 1941, in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Veronica (Waldo) Polanowski and the wife of the late Raymond A. Balint for 58 years.
Barbara worked at Bell Telephone Company as a keypunch operator until she started her family. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, St. Angela Merici Church. She enjoyed attending bingo, although her greatest joy was the time she spent with her family.
Read More
September 09, 2022 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Richard M. "Junie" Matthews, 86, of Sutersville, formerly of Gratztown, passed away Friday, September 9, 2022 at home. He was born June 30, 1936 in Daisytown and was the son of the late Richard G. and Belva (Clark) Matthews. He was the husband of the late Doris I. (Wood) Matthews who passed away October 16, 2015. Junie worked for the former Tygart Steel and Hays Amunition and was a US Air Force Veteran.
Read More
September 09, 2022 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Duane J. Kutchak, 88, of Liberty Boro, formerly of Birmingham, Alabama, died Sept. 9, 2022. He is the son of the late John and Margaret (Spernock) Kutchak and beloved husband of the late Coreen (Collins) Kutchak. He is survived by his children Lynda (Vance) Sedlar, Wayne (Julie) Kutchak, Sondra (Ted) David, Vince (Terri) Kutchak and David Kutchak; grandchildren William Sedlar, Wayne Kutchak, Kristin Dubois, and Chandler Kutchak; great grandchildren Lyric Fulcomer and Caden and Noah Dubois; and sister Loretta (John) Yablonsky. He was preceded in death by his sister Gerry Dankovich. Duane was retired from US Steel and served in the US Army. Funeral arrangements by Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport.
