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Louise DeVito

August 27, 2021 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Louise A. (DiGiacomo) DeVito, 98 of Glassport, passed away on Thursday, August 26, 2021, at Riverside Care Center. She was born in McKeesport on May 10, 1923, to the late Giuseppe and Ida DeFrancisco DiGiacomo. Louise was the loving wife of 43 years to the late Nunzio “Tony” DeVito. She is survived by her daughter Lucille (Bob) Balog of Glassport, her son Joseph A. (Carole) DeVito of White Oak, as well as many nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her grandchildren Colleen Balog, Tracey Werner, and Jay DeVito, as well as her great-grandchildren Owen and Zachary Werner. Louise was preceded in death by her sister Elizabeth Grossi and her brothers J.D., Mario, and Anthony. She was a member of the Sons of Italy as well as a member of the St. Joachim and Anne Catholic Church, formerly known as Queen of the Rosary. She enjoyed reading, cooking Italian food, going for walks, and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Family and friends will be received on Sunday, August 29, 2021, from 6-8 pm at E.C. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Ave, Glassport, PA 15045. A service will take place at 10 am on Monday, August 30, 2021, at St. Joachim and Anne Parish. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Port Vue. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.

 


John A. Yevick

August 26, 2021 |

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

John A. Yevick, age 84, of Duquesne, passed away on Wednesday, August 25, 2021. Born in McKeesport on September 7, 1936, he was the son of the late Anthony & Emily (Evanko) Yevick. He was a retired letter carrier for the Duquesne Post Office and former parking meter reader for the City of Duquesne.  He was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Name Church. John proudly served his county in the Air Force during the Korean War and in the Coast Guard during the Vietnam War. He is the beloved husband for 56 years to Louise A. (Marchitello) Yevick; father of Cheryl (Raymond) Luffy of Baldwin and Retired M/Sgt. John A. Yevick II (U.S. Air Force retired) of Jupiter, FL; grandfather of Christopher Luffy, Raymond “Trey” Luffy, Nicole Luffy and Tara (Cameron) Simmons; great grandfather of Kamryn Simmons; brother of Jane Stash of Tampa, FL. Visitation will be held on Sunday, August 29, 2021, from 2-4 & 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, where a blessing service will be held on Monday, August 30, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Name Church, Duquesne, with the Rev. Thomas Lewandowski officiating, followed by the presentation of Military Honors. Interment will follow in Holy Name Cemetery, West Mifflin. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer Association-Greater Pittsburgh Chapter or to Cancer Research.

 


Dell Dobranski Tackis

August 26, 2021 |

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

Dell Dobranski Tackis, age 84, of Swisshelm, PA, formerly of McKeesport and White Oak, died on Wednesday, August 25, 2021. She was born in McKeesport on November 16, 1936. and is the daughter of the late Vera Maturkanic and Stephen Gougler.

 
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Ronald W. Lose

August 25, 2021 |

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

Ronald W. Lose, 79, of North Huntingdon, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 24, 2021. He was born, June 15, 1942 in N. Braddock, a son of the late Walter and Wilma (Hillman) Lose. Prior to his retirement, Ron was a serviceman for Equitable Gas for nearly 50 years. He was a veteran of the US Air Force and served in Greenland. He enjoyed fishing with his grandsons, bowling, playing pinochle, and as a younger man riding his motorcycle. He also looked forward to having breakfast with his fellow retirees from Equitable Gas from time to time. Ron was a loyal friend to many and the first to lend a kind hand to a stranger. He had an incredibly strong work ethic and was the perfect handyman at home.
He was deeply proud of his two daughters and his grandchildren and was happy to be recently blessed with a new great granddaughter. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, JoAnne Perri. He is survived by his wife, Lesley (Miller) Lose; daughters, Mareen O'Brien and her husband, Kevin, Lori Branthoover and her husband, Mike; sisters, Cheryl (Ray) George, Donna Lose; grandchildren, Kirstie, Bella, Christopher, Nicholas; and great-granddaughter, Juliette. Services are private. Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA . In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Norwin Area Meals on Wheels. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 


Joshua A. "Deck" Decker

August 25, 2021 |

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

Joshua A. "Deck" Decker, 39, of North Huntingdon, passed away Tuesday, August 24, 2021. He was born January 26, 1982 in McKeesport and was the son of Alberta (Paul Paterra) Decker of McKeesport  and Gene (Theresa) Lakovic of Clairton.  Josh loved spending time with his friends, who were like family to him. He and his wife, Stacy would travel with friends to attend music concerts across the country.  He also enjoyed visiting to Disney World, going to the movies and attending Pirates games. He was a fan of all the Pittsburgh sports teams. Deck also had a special interest in horror, true crime, Cryptozoology and ufology. Josh also enjoyed trying new and exotic food, whether it be at home or traveling with his wife and friends to different restaurants.  He will be greatly missed.

 
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Logan Ausburn

August 25, 2021 |

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

Logan "Logy" Ausburn, age 74, of Elizabeth, passed away on Tuesday, August 24, 2021 at home. He retired as a laborer for West Elizabeth Lumber Co. in Elizabeth. Born January 12, 1947 in West Elizabeth, he was a son of the late Finley and Della (Patterson) Ausburn. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Beverly A. (Monich) Ausburn; also, nieces and a nephew. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother, David Ausburn. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Thursday, August 26, 2021 from 2-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Friday, August 27, 2021 at 10 AM 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.

 


John F. Lazar

August 25, 2021 |

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

John F. "Jack" Lazar, age 89, of Elizabeth Twp., formerly of Clairton, passed away on Monday, August 23, 2021 at Manorcare Health Services - Whitehall. He was a retired crane operator for U.S. Steel Irvin Works in West Mifflin. An Army veteran serving during the Korean War, he was a member of Ascension of Our Lord Byzantine Catholic Church in Clairton. Born October 7, 1931 in New Kensington, he was a son of the late John P. and Frances (Konieczny) Lazar. He is survived by his wife, Sharlene (Moxin) Lazar, whom he married June 11, 1953; daughter, Kathleen Sorton of Elizabeth Twp.; son, Daniel Lazar of Elizabeth; grandchildren, Larry Sorton of Scott Twp., Sarah (William) Smith of Elizabeth Twp. and Emily Sorton of Elizabeth Twp.; three great-grandchildren; brothers, Doug Lazar, Francie Lazar, Art Lazar; also, nieces and nephews. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Friday, August 27, 2021 from 12 Noon until the time of Panachida at 2 PM with the Rev. Ivan Mina officiating. Private burial will be in Ascension Cemetery, Clairton. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

 


Frances R. (Testa) Loughner

August 25, 2021 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Frances R. (Testa) Loughner, 98, of North Versailles died Friday, August 20, 2021. She was born March 11, 1923 in Treesmills, a daughter of the late Domenic and Jane (Shelkey) Testa. She was a member of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, North Versailles. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by a daughter Juanita Smith and siblings Ida Forney, Dorothy Bendis, and Wayne Testa.

 
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Murriel S. (Mort) Magee

August 25, 2021 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Murriel S. (Mort) Magee, 105, of North Huntingdon, died Tuesday August 17, 2021. She was born May 26, 1916 in New Castle, a daughter of the late David and Rose (Hillman) Mort and was also preceded in death by her husband James B. Magee and siblings William, Hilda, and Charles Mort.

Murriel was a former hairdresser. She and her late husband James “Burt”, who worked for U.S. Steel, started their married life in New Castle and then moved to Dravosburg. Following Burt’s career then moved to Fairless Hills. After retirement they moved to Vero Beach, Florida, before moving back to McKeesport to be closer to family. She loved music, loved to sing, and enjoyed travelling to visit family.

 
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William "Bill" Louis Hutchison

August 24, 2021 |

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

William "Bill" Louis Hutchison, 51, of Monroeville, passed away Tuesday, August 24, 2021. He was born August 22, 1970 in McKeesport and was the son of Francis and Sharon (Seriana) Pomay of Greenock. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, Kristin (Painter) Hutchison, sister, Lindsey (Daniel) Duda of North Huntingdon, aunt, LouAnn (Butch) Evangelsita of Greenock, mother and father in law, Gerard and Linda Stiefvater of Rostraver, nieces, Brinley and Callie Duda, cousins, Tracy (Craig) Stephenson and Heather (Glenn) Davis and his dogs, London and Finley. Bill loved animals, sports (especially the Oakland Raiders), and playing Texas Hold'em. He was preceded in death by his aunt, Lois Wallace.

 
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Richard Edward Rolnik

August 24, 2021 |

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

Richard Edward Rolnik, age 85, of White Oak, died August 23, 2021, at Paramount Senior Living. Born May 21, 1936, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Joseph and Mary (Dudek) Rolnik and the wife of Elva F. (Roberts) Rolnik.
Richard retired from National Tube Works as a billet roller. He attended McKeesport Vo-Tech. Richard was a member of the Bryn Mawr Church of Christ. He enjoyed taking vacations with his family.

 
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Donald W. Molinaro

August 24, 2021 |

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

Donald W. Molinaro, age 93 of Glassport and formerly of Clairton, passed away on Monday, August 23, 2021 in his home peacefully and surrounded by his family.  Born October 15, 1927 in Glassport, he was a son of the late Dominic and Edna (Cothery) Molinaro.  A former steelworker at Copperweld in Glassport, Don was a Veteran of the US Navy, serving during both World War II and the Korean War.  He was a member of both Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish - St. Clare of Assisi Church, Clarton, and the American Legion Daniel Keffer Post #75, Clairton.  In his spare time, he was an avid runner, participating in many Pittsburgh Great Races over the years.  Besides his parents, Don was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years Rica (Campolongo) Molinaro, who passed away November 6, 2005; his grandson Kirk Sprouse, who passed away August 14, 1992; and his brothers George and Duane Molinaro.  He is survived by his daughters Edna Jean (Steve) Fleishaker of Myrtle Beach, SC, Danette (Ray) Sprouse of Glassport, Helen Marie (Chuck) Kennedy of Lansdale, and Mary Kay (Richard) Rafferty; his five grandchildren Chas (Rachel) Sprouse, Steve (Tiffany) Fleishaker, Kelly (Sam) Schulte, Caitlin (Jeff) Nichols, and Brianna Kennedy; his five great-grandchildren; and also nieces and nephews.

 
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Edward C. Steinman

August 24, 2021 |

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

Edward C. Steiman, age 61, of McKeesport, formerly of Braddock, passed away on August 23, 2021, at home. Son of the late Willie P. & Delores Jean (Ausselburn) Steinman, he was born in Jeannette, on December 16, 1959. He was a contractor, working for Chris Jackson Contracting, he frequented Kynor’s Korner and was a Veteran. He was the husband of the late Rhonda (Gongaware) Steinman; father of Timothy (Crystal Fagan) Steinman; grandfather of Michael McIntosh, Trevor Steinman & Skyla Steinman; brother of Tim, Jake and Tony Steinman, Kathy Flanigan, Deloris Niver & Patty Morrison and predeceased by Jim, Bob and Paul Steinman and Sandy Klagas. Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 26, 2021 from 4-8 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, where a Funeral Service will be held at 7:30 p.m. with Rev. George Saletrik officiating.

 


Louella J. Teck

August 24, 2021 |

By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Louella J. Teck, age 79, of Liberty Borough, formerly of Braddock, died August 19, 2021, at UPMC Presbyterian. Born September 29, 1941, in Braddock, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Lucy (Kuzniewski) Musgrave.
Louella retired from Senior Care Plaza of McKeesport, where she was the activities director. She belonged to Life Span of McKeesport. Louella enjoyed baking, and working word puzzles.

She is survived by her daughters, Tania (Thomas) McFadden, and Tracey Watkins both of Liberty Borough; grandchildren, Samantha, and Jonathan; brother, Nelson Musgrave of West Mifflin; also many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

 
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Aldia Pavlik

August 24, 2021 |

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

Aldia (Desrosier) Pavlik of Clairton passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 22, 2021 at home at the age of 98.

Aldia was born in Crookston, MN on February 19, 1923 to Joseph David and Mary Ann (Delorme) Desrosier.  She met her husband William G. at a nightclub in Saginaw, MI. while he was on leave in Bay City, MI., from the U.S. Coast Guard during WWII.  They were married on September 15, 1945 and celebrated 59 years together before his passing on January 3, 2005.  Aldia was a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish – St. Clare of Assisi Church in Clairton and was a faithful watcher of the Catholic Mass on television when she was no longer able to physically attend Mass.  Her hobbies through the years included knitting, sewing, tailoring, making doll houses, and upholstering.

 
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