December 27, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Frank Steven Magdic, age 68 of Pittsburgh, passed away on Thursday, December 23, 2021 at Allegheny General Hospital. Born March 4, 1953 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Emil S. and Margaret A. (Osika) Magdic. Frank worked as a laborer in pipe manufacturing. He was an accomplished guitarist and played in the bands "Lucy Blue" and "Sudden Grace". He is survived by his sister Diane (Carl) Licht of Monongahela; brother Jeffrey Magdic of Liberty Boro; children Alissa, Allison, Aaron and Adam (Melissa) Magdic; and two grandchildren. Funeral arrangements for Frank are private at the request of his family and in the charge of the Daniel F. Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory, Versailles.
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December 24, 2021 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Obituary
Tracey Anderson, 50, died December 18, 2021. Friends will be received from 2 to 8 p.m. Dec. 28, 2021 at Macedonia Baptist Church, 17 Cochran St., Duquesne, PA, where a service will be held at 12 noon Dec. 29, 2021. Arrangements in charge of Tunie Funeral Home Inc.
December 24, 2021 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Debra A. (Curry) Kemerer, 68, of Manor, died Wednesday December 22, 2021. She was born October 31, 1953 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Ralph Leroy Curry Jr. and Charlotte Jean (Lehmer) Curry Hawkey and was also preceded in death by her step father Bud Hawkey. She loved spending time with her husband at Cooper’s Lake Campground in Slippery Rock and enjoyed boating and fishing. She is survived by her husband of 41 years Jeffrey A. Kemerer; her sisters Darla (Tom) Magill of Penn, Carol (Randy) Hawkey of New Alexandria, and Dyana (James) Vance of Somerset; also nieces and nephews and her pet cat Ginger.
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December 24, 2021 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Gloria M. Jefferson, 88, of McKeesport, was born August 19, 1933, on Long Island, NY, and departed this life on December 20, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital in McKeesport, PA.
Gloria graduated from high school in 1952 where she lettered in softball and was a member of the school library and volleyball clubs. She worked as a Nurse’s Aide at McKeesport Hospital for over twenty-five years. She was honored as an exemplary employee upon her retirement in 1996.
In 1963 while visiting relatives in McKeesport, PA she met her husband of 31 years, John H. (Johnny) Jefferson. From this union, they produced one (1) son, Dayne, and added two (2) precious sons to her life, John Darryl & Derrick. These three boys were the loves of her life, and she gave everything she had to ensure that they were raised right. Gloria and Johnny remained married until his death in 1995.
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December 24, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
William E. Bost, age 87, of Duquesne, passed away on Thursday, December 23, 2021, at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. Son of the late Harold and Sophie (Kapolka) Bost, he was born on January 6, 1934. Bill was a retired hardware clerk and he liked to bowl and decorate his house, in lights, at Christmastime. He proudly served his country in the Army. He is the husband of Linda (Domes) Bost for 54 years; father of Derek Bost of Dravosburg and Carrie (Scott) Gamble of West Mifflin; grandfather of Olivia Bost, Evan Bost and Scott Gamble Jr.; brother of Arch “Honey” (late Marie) Bost of State College, Jack (Late Phillis) Bost of West Mifflin, Jim (Wanda) Bost of North Carolina, Gerry (Cindy) Bost of Warren, PA, and late Robert “Butch” (surviving spouse, Fran) Bost of Bethel Park. Visitation will be held on Monday, December 27, 2021 from 6-8 p.m. and Tuesday, December 28, 2021 from 2-4 and 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 at 9:30 a.m., on Wednesday, December 29, 2021, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, at 10:00 a.m., at Holy Name Church, Duquesne, with Rev. Nick Mastrangelo officiating. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin.
December 24, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Nancy Ann Hall, age 59 of Belle Vernon, died at peace with the Lord on Friday, December 24, 2021, with her devoted husband by her side. She was born in McKeesport on December 22, 1962 and is the daughter of the late Michael and Margaret Sabovik Girovsky.
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December 24, 2021 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
George A. Caliguri Jr., 71, of Glassport died Wednesday December 22, 2021. He is the son of the late George and Lula (Farren) Caliguri. He is survived by loving partner Carol Butler; son George Caliguri III; granddaughter; Ashley Balaschak; great-grandson Vinnie Bongiorno; sister Bonnie Caliguri; and loving dog Sasha. He was preceded in death by brothers Frank Caliguri and William Bowland. George was the president of the Senior's Association in Elizabeth Township and a member of Westside United Methodist Church in Mckeesport. Friends received Wednesday 4-7:30 Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport at which time a funeral service will be held.
December 23, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
James M. “Gibby” Gibbons, age 65, of Ross Twp., formerly of Duquesne, passed away on December 23, 2021. Born in McKeesport on July 18, 1956, he was the son of the late William and Patricia (Cloonan) Gibbons. He was retired from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania-Department of Welfare, where he determined eligibility. He also worked for Mon-Yough Community Services, where he was a drug and alcohol counselor. He was a former member of Holy Name Church-Duquesne, loved all Pittsburgh sports, classic cars, car shows & cruises, and sports memorabilia. He proudly served his country in the Navy during the Vietnam War. He is the brother of Jo (Jack) Znavor of North Huntingdon, Mary (Jim) Bick of West Newton, Maggie (late “Cookie”) Chiponis of West Mifflin, Colleen (Tom) Washko of North Huntingdon, late Patricia (late William “Bill” Lutz) Gibbons, who died Nov. 7, 2021, and late William Gibbons. He is also survived by nieces and nephews who he enjoyed terrorizing. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 28, 2021, from 2-4 and 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 Funeral Service will be held at 8 p.m., with Rev. Thomas Lewandowski, officiating.
December 23, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Elinor Ruth Nicholson, age 73, of Bethel Park, formerly of Marysville, Washington, died on Wednesday, December 22, 2021. She was born in Ontario, California on November 8, 1948 and is the daughter of the late Lynn Sumner and Elinor Poley Nicholson.
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December 23, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Mary J. Zoller, age 85, of Port Vue, died December 22, 2021, at AHN Jefferson Hospital. Born May 21, 1936, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late John and Nina (Ginardi) Sainato.
She is survived by children, Zoe (Arthur) Pero and Julius (Sarah Peck) Zoller; grandchildren, Timothy Minkus and Derek (Mary Beth) Pero; great-grandchildren, Makenzie Minkus, Marrisa Minkus, Derek Pero, Jr., and Stephanie Pero; sisters-in-law, Amy Sinot and Catherine Sinot. She was also preceded in death by brothers, Anthony, Thomas, Samuel, and Nick Sinot, and a nephew, John Sinot.
Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Thursday, December 30, 2021, from 2 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 4 p.m. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
Chris Odasso, Supervisor
December 23, 2021 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Francis W. Balombiny, 95 of North Versailles, peacefully fell asleep in the Lord, on Tuesday, December 21, 2021, at Forbes Regional Medical Center. Born March 5, 1926, in Duquesne, he was the son of the late George and Mary (Hayduk) Balombiny and loving husband of the late Antoinette (Paul) Balombiny. In addition to his parents and beloved wife he was preceded in death by four brothers, Raymond, Edward, George and John Balombiny and two sisters, Irene Bartos and Geraldine Selznick. He is survived by his caregiver and Godson, Robert Payne and nieces and nephews. After graduating from Duquesne High School, Duquesne University with a degree in Accounting and Education and Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a degree in Psychology, Mr. Balombiny continued his education doing graduate work at both Penn State University and the University of California at Davis. Mr. Balombiny's career in Education spanned forty two plus years as a public school teacher at Belle Vernon Area and the Duquesne School system for 10 years; Guidance Counselor at Duquesne High School for 10 years; ad spending over 22 years with the Allegheny Intermediate Unit in the Psychology Department working with handicapped children. Mr. Balombiny was a member of St. Joseph the Worker Parish, Pittsburgh, the Italian Sons and Daughters of America, Caliguiri Lodge of the ISDA, the Friendship Club, the American Legion in White Oak, and AARP #3956 in Bloomfield. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army Air Corp during World War II.
Family and friends will be received from 2-4 and 608 P.M. Monday December 27, 2021 in the William S. Skovranko Memorial Home, Inc., 828 Richford Street Duquesne. A blessing in the Memorial Home on Tuesday December 28, 2021 at 9:15 A.M. will be followed by Mass of Christian Burial in Sacred Heart R.C. Church, 1600 Brinton Road, Braddock Hills at 10 A.M. with Rev. Martin F. Barkin as celebrant. Burial with Military Honors will follow in All Saints Catholic Cemetery, Braddock Hills.
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December 23, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Carol Ann Thomas, age 73, of North Versailles, died December 22, 2021, at Jefferson Hills Rehabilitation and Wellness Center. Born March 30, 1948, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late William Betz, Sr., and Agnes Betz and loving wife of Peter Thomas for 46 years.
Carol earned her Bachelor of Science in Education from the California University of Pennsylvania and then her Master's Degree from Penn State University. Carol would become a teacher at the former Central Catholic School on Versailles Avenue in McKeesport and then at Allegheny Intermediate Unit teaching disabled students. She enjoyed traveling with her husband, visiting Wildwood for 26 years every end of August, where they would enjoy walking on the boardwalk and loafing on the beach. They also traveled out west in a motor home, visiting 17 states. While on their trip out west, they took in the sites of the Cheyenne Rodeo. Carol was skilled with her hands knitting and creating beautiful crafts year-round. She also enjoyed baking nut rolls, lady locks, and other cookies, especially around the holidays.
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December 23, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Franklin C. Thompson, 92, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, December 22, 2021 at UPMC East, Monroeville. He was born August 2, 1929 in McKeesport, a son of the late Frank and Gladys (Cooper) Thompson. Prior to his retirement, Franklin worked in Human Resources for West Penn Hospital and was a veteran of the US Army during the Korean War Era. He enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, refinishing furniture, listening to opera, feeding and watching birds and traveling extensively. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Joan Brown; son, David Thompson; and brother, Jan Thompson. He is survived by his wife, Rose (Proch) Jennette Thompson; daughters, Lynn Cross and her husband, Jeffrey, Tammy Esip and her husband, Brian; sons, Bill Jennette and his wife, Debbie, Tim Jennette and Ellen; sister-in-law, Pat Thompson; grandchildren, Matt (Kearstyne) Cross, Kendra (Matt) Nicholas, Cody Jennette; and special cousins. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday at 11 a.m. in the James W. Shirley Funeral Home chapel, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. Burial will be private in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Audubon Society. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
December 23, 2021 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Darough K. Marciniec, 71, of Pittsburgh, formerly of West Mifflin, died Dec. 22, 2021. He is the son of the late Carl and Margaret (Fillo) Marciniec. He is survived by his sister-in-law Patty (the late Gary) Butler; nephew Jason Marciniec; and cousins Lori (George) Fillo, David (Sue) Fillo, Phyllis (the late Richard) Nemeth, Leslie Reihl and Lenny Reihl and many other cousins. He was preceded in death by his brother Gary Marciniec. Darough was retired from US Steel Homestead and worked in housekeeping at Shadyside Hospital and was a lifetime Steeler ticket holder. Friends received Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne on Mon. from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8. A funeral blessing will be held Tues. at 11:00 am at the funeral home with Father Tom Lewandowski officiating. Interment following Holy Name Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Light of Life Mission.
December 22, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Emma Marie Piplica, 95, of Liberty Boro, passed away on Tuesday, December 21, 2021. She was born March 14, 1926 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Michael and Anna (Powell) Petro. She was the wife of the late Nick Piplica who passed away on June 18, 2005. She was a member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish-St. Eugene Church in Liberty Boro. Emma's greatest joy was her family. She took time to make everyone near her feel special and loved. Her heart was so big. She enjoyed making rugs, playing bingo, gambling and shopping, especially at the thrift stores.
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