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Patrick John Skrinjorich

January 03, 2022 |

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

Patrick John Skrinjorich, age 37, of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Friday, December 31, 2021 at Allegheny General Hospital. He was a laborer and an avid Steeler fan. Born January 3, 1984 in McKeesport, he was a son of Rebecca Ann Skrinjorich of Clairton and the late James V. McNeil. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his son, PJ Skrinjorich at home; sisters, Erin Skrinjorich at home, Emily McNeil of Elizabeth and Nicole McNeil; maternal grandmother, Dolores Skrinjorich of Jefferson Hills; also, aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Thursday, January 6, 2022 from 1 PM until the time of Blessing at 3 PM with Deacon Victor Satter officiating. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

 


Verla Elizabeth Piper

January 03, 2022 |

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

Verla Elizabeth Piper, 88, of Elizabeth Township, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, January 1, 2022. She was born February 9, 1933 in Elizabeth and was the daughter of the late Bryan and Sarah (Doyle) McCurry. She was the wife of the late William "Bill" Francis Piper who passed away December 1, 2016. She was a member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish- St. Michael Church, Elizabeth Township, Elizabeth Township Senior Citizens and was a volunteer at Meals On Wheels and the Central Food Pantry. Verla and her late husband Bill loved to Square Dance.

 
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Helen E. DeCicco

January 03, 2022 |

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

Helen E. DeCicco, age 96 of Clairton, passed away on Sunday, January 2, 2022 in ProMedica Nursing Home and Rehabilitation, Whitehall.  Born July 23, 1925 in Clairton, she was a daughter of the late Alexander and Josephine (Gennari) Cola.  A member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Clare of Assisi Church in Clairton, Helen worked at area supermarkets, such as Foodland, Whitey's, Marraccini's, and Spagnolas and loved being out working with the public there.  She enjoyed playing pinochle with her sister and dear friends, visiting the casino, watching football and rooting on the Steelers, and attending dances around the area with her husband at places like the local VFWs and the Swedish Singing Society in McKeesport.  Helen was also a member of the Thursday Night Duck Pin league in Glassport, but most of all, she relished being with her family, especially her dear great-grandchildren.  Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, the late Louis DeCicco, who passed away May 15, 1995, and her sisters: Eva Stoffiere, Nancy Kohan, and Jean Ferrari.  Helen is survived by her daughter Lisa (David) Teolis of Elizabeth Twp.; her grandchildren Marisa (Nicholas) Costanzo of Jefferson Hills and Carmen (Stephanie) Teolis of McCandless; her great-grandchildren Adrianna and Juliet Costanzo and Luca, Dante, and Alexander Teolis; her sister Louise Mallozzi of Elizabeth Twp.; and also nieces and nephews.

 
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Evelyn Jean Cunningham

January 03, 2022 |

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

Heaven gained an angel Sunday, January 2, 2022, Evelyn Jean Cunningham moved on to live with her Lord.  Preceded in death by her beloved husband, William E. Cunningham.  Leaving behind her devoted son who cared for her lovingly at home, William A. Cunningham; daughters, Laura Baughman and her husband, William of White Oak, PA, Julie Manley and her husband, Keith of Gaithersburg, MD; grandchildren, Sarah (Greg) Manning of Westminster, PA, Bryan Manley of Gaithersburg, MD; and brother, George Porterfield of Allison, PA.  Evelyn best known as Jean, loved to be outdoors working in the yard and especially shoveling snow, crocheting, crafts, keeping the family home perfect and caring for her dogs.  There will be no visitation.  Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

 


Rosemarie Pavlecic

January 02, 2022 |

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

Rosemarie Pavlecic, age 91, of White Oak, died on Saturday, January 1, 2022. She was born in Wilmerding on February 28, 1930 and is the daughter of the late George and Anna Klobucar Mochan and is the wife of the late George Pavlecic. She retired from the Allegheny County Controller’s Office as a clerk. She was a member of the Croatian Fraternal Union Lodge #4 in Etna and a member of Corpus Christi Parish in McKeesport.

 
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John Charles Bumba

January 02, 2022 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

John Charles Bumba, 56 of North Versailles, passed away on Thursday, December 30, 2021, at UPMC East. He was born in Braddock on December 30, 1965, to the late Dennis Sr. and Pearl Remias Bumba. John was the loving partner of over 25 years to the late April Cincarik. He is survived by sisters Priscilla (Bob) Burdelski and Lisa (Bobby) Crispens, as well as his brother Dennis (Melissa) Bumba, Jr., as well as nephews Michael Otterson Jr. and Trevor Williams and nieces Elayna Burdelski, Krystyna Burdelski, and Madelyn Bumba. John was also “Pap” to April’s children and grandchildren, whom he helped to raise. John was preceded in death by his parents as well as the love of his life April Cincarik, whose death preceded him by only 2 days. He worked in the customer service quality administration department of the Kurt J. Lesker Company in Clairton. John was a member of the Latrobe Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.) and will be remembered for making everyone laugh during H.O.G. meetings and trips. He enjoyed riding his Harley, spending time with his family, and helping to organize the annual Western PA Pittsburgh Toy Run. Family and friends will be received on Thursday, January 6, 2022, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. Inurnment will follow at Mount Vernon Cemetery on Friday, January 7, 2022. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Western PA Pittsburgh Toy Run at 6130 US-30, Greensburg, PA, 15601 in John’s honor by writing a check payable to "Latrobe H.O.G." and putting "Toy Run, John Bumba" in the memo. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com

 


April Marie “Hey” Robbins Cincarik

January 02, 2022 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

April Marie “Hey” Robbins Cincarik, 64 of North Versailles, formerly of Turtle Creek and Glassport, passed away on Tuesday, December 28, 2021, at her home. She was born in McKeesport on July 15th, 1957, to the late Eugene Emerson Robbins and Marion Elizabeth Gibson. April was the loving partner to the late John C. Bumba. She is survived by her daughters Deana Ridge of Butler and Darci Cincarik (Paul Sachs) of Penn Hills, and her son Daniel (Lindsey) Cincarik of Brackenridge, as well as her sister Eileen (Joseph) LaCivita of East McKeesport. Further survivors include her grandchildren Lauryn, Alex, Riley, Bellanowa, Cassandra and Dylan, her great-grandson Tyler, and many nieces and nephews. April was preceded in death by her parents and son-in-law Mark D. Ridge. She attended the First Baptist Church in Monroeville and worked in the Computer System Security division of Westinghouse. April was also instrumental in organizing the yearly Western PA Pittsburgh Toy Run where she helped to create Christmas magic for a countless number of children. She enjoyed shopping, going on vacation, and creating memories with her grandchildren. Family and friends will be received on Thursday, January 6th, 2022, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. The service will be private. Interment will follow at Mount Vernon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the funeral home to defray costs. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com

 

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January 02, 2022 |

By Administrator | Posted in: General Information

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Donald “Sonny” Eugene Schramm

January 02, 2022 |

By Administrator | Posted in: Deaths Elsewhere

Donald "Sonny" Eugene Schramm passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on Thursday, Dec. 23, 2021, in Carbondale, Pa.

Sonny was born July 10, 1927, in Lonaconing to the Late Perry B. Schramm of Lonaconing and Ella Schramm of Waynesburg, Pa. He survived by his wife, Joanne Marie (Lane) Schramm, of Carbondale; and his six children, Deborah (Keith) Calisti, of North Versailles, Pa., Donald E. (Rita) Schramm Jr., of McKeesport, Michelle (Norman) Jordanhazy, of Newbury Park, Calif., Douglas Schramm, of Elizabeth, Pa., Matthew Schramm, of Carbondale, Toby Schramm, of Saint George, Utah; along with five grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

 
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Melanie V. Tison

January 02, 2022 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

Melanie V. Tison, 67, of Port Vue, died Jan. 1, 2022.  She is the daughter of the late Robert and Dolores (Andzelik) Tarczy and beloved wife of Daniel Tison.  In addition to her husband, she is survived by brothers Rick (Melissa) Tarczy and Robert Tarczy, Jr.; sister Debra (Jim) Rudolph; nieces Rachael Tarczy and Kelly Tarczy and nephew Ryan Tarczy.  Friends received Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Wed. from 4 to 7.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

 


Christopher John Pommer

January 01, 2022 |

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

Christopher John Pommer, age 58, of Duquesne, passed away on New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2021. Son of Grace (Honick) Pommer of Duquesne and the late Kurt Pommer, he was born on September 11, 1963, in McKeesport. He was a mechanic and did roofing work. He is the brother of Eric (Denise) Pommer of Duquesne, Keith (Natalia) Pommer of Dravosburg, Tracie (John) Pry of McKeesport and Terrie Rodgers of McKeesport, and the late Jeffrey Pommer and the late Matthew Pommer. He is also survived by many Nieces and Nephews, Great Nieces and Great Nephews and Aunts and Uncles. There will be no visitation or services. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.

 


Andrew Lawrence “Peach” Petrik

January 01, 2022 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Andrew Lawrence “Peach” Petrik, 71 of Glassport, passed away on Saturday, January 1st, 2022, at Jefferson Hospital. He was born in McKeesport on November 30th, 1950, to the late Frank and Pauline Ihnat Petrik. Andrew was the loving husband of 42 years to Denise V. Petrik. Andrew is survived by his wife Denise of Glassport, his son Travis Petrik of Glassport, daughter Alissa (Dave) Lloyd of Elizabeth, his grandchildren Mason and Carson Lloyd, his brothers Kenneth Petrik of Glassport, and Frank Petrik of Cleveland, and his sister Joanne Petrik of Glassport, and nephew Jonathan Petrik of Liberty Boro, as well as his six cats Paladin, Juliet, Abbey, Misty, Sofia, and Odie. Andrew retired from U. S. Steel after working for 20 years as a metallurgical tech. He enjoyed traveling with his family, watching movies, listening to music, and always liked partying while enjoying some champagne. Arrangements have been entrusted to E.C. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Ave, Glassport, PA 15045. A graveside service will be held on Monday January 10th, 2022, at 1 P.M. at Roundhill Cemetery. A reception will follow at the Carriage Inn. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Animal Friends of Pittsburgh at https://www.thinkingoutsidethecage.org/other-ways-to-give/tribute-or-memorial-gifts/ or by mail: Animal Friends c/o Development Department, In Memory of Andrew Petrik, 562 Camp Horne Road Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com

 


Jacqueline Jean Bell

December 31, 2021 |

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

Jacqueline Jean Bell, age 73, of West Mifflin died on Thursday, December 30, 2021.  She was born in Pittsburgh on October 15, 1948 and is the daughter of the late Stephen and Iva Harter Playso.

 
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Helen M. Urbanovich

December 31, 2021 |

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

Helen M. (Suslo) Urbanovich, age 98, of Forward Twp., passed away on Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at The Residence at Hilltop. She was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. Born October 24, 1923 in Clairton, she was a daughter of the late George and Anna (Vasil) Suslo and wife of the late Stanley A. Urbanovich. She is survived by daughter, Marlene (Robert) Suchy of Forward Twp.; son, Joseph (Marilou) Urbanovich of Jupiter, FL; grandchildren, Fr. Maximus "Brent" (Susianne) Urbanowicz, Beth Ann (Michael) Camp, Sara (Brian) Steimer, Julie (Jason) Milnes, Robb Urbanovich and Shelley (Eric) Gibson; great-grandchildren, Bianca, Natasha, Roman, Sophia, Abigail, Hannah and Trey; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by son, Stanley R. Urbanovich; sisters, Anna Sekeres, Mary Jenco and Margaret Suslo; and brothers, John Kohut and George Suslo. A private visitation and service was held in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Friday, December 31, 2021 with the Rev. Thomas A. Wagner officiating. Private interment in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank, 1 North Linden Street, Duquesne, PA 15110. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

 


Robert F. Recker, Jr.

December 30, 2021 |

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

Robert F. Recker, Jr., age 70, of North Huntingdon died Wednesday, December 29, 2021. He was born in Sherman, Texas on April 27, 1951 and is the son of the late Robert F. Recker, Sr. and Donna L. Robertson.

 
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