November 13, 2024 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Virginia “Ginny” M. Kostelnik, 81, of West Mifflin, died Nov. 12, 2024. She is the daughter of the late Steve and Helen (Pollack) Kollar and beloved wife of the late Wayne Kostelnik. Ginny is survived by her daughter Dawn (David) Kuchma; son David Kostelnik; son-in-law, Nick Kurimsky ; grandchildren Taylor, Matt and Julia; and sister Phyllis (the late Joseph) Kovalcik. She was preceded in death by her daughter Debie Kurimsky. Ginny was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish. She loved her Pittsburgh sports teams, Steelers, Pirates and Penguins and everyone attending her viewing is asked to wear their favorite black in gold in her memory. Friends will be received at the Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne on Friday from 2 to 8. A funeral blessing will be held Sat. 10:00 am in the funeral home. Interment will follow in the St. Hedwig Cemetery.
November 12, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Linda L. (Stokes) Milas, age 79, of Forward Twp., passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024 at home. She was a retired elementary teacher in the Clairton School District and a former member of Pine Run United Methodist Church in Clairton. She enjoyed horses and competed in rodeos, and loved her animals and family. Born March 9, 1945 in West Mifflin, she was a daughter of the late James and Leta (Bowen) Stokes and wife of the late William Milas. She is survived by granddaughter, Harlie L. (John) Democko of Forward Twp. and grandson, Luke (Gia) Temple of Glassport. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by daughter, Amanda Lynn Milas. No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
November 12, 2024 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Billie Jo Goldsworthy, 57, of Washington, Pa, died Nov. 8, 2024. She is the daughter of the late William and Mary (Harvey) Macri. She is survived by her daughter Nicole Jackson; sons Justin Goldsworthy and Jerred Goldsworthy; grandchildren, or as she called them "Grandmas's Sunshines" Taylor and Braelyn Jackson; aunt Mary Herald and cousin Shelly Goldstein. She was preceded in death by her daughter Jessica Goldsworthy and longtime significant other, Mark Conn. Friends will be received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Thurs. from 6 to 8.
November 12, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Jeffrey Zoscak, 59, of Elizabeth Township, passed away peacefully on Saturday November 9, 2024. Jeff was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Zoscak and Marge (Kolesar) Zoscak, and his brother Joel Zoscak. Jeff is survived by cousins from the Kolesar and Walker families.
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November 11, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Mary J. Chuckro, age 96 of North Huntingdon, passed away on November 11, 2024. She was born on March 21, 1928 in Rankin, a daughter of the late Blaz and Anna Evancic Matesic. Prior to her retirement, Mary was employed as a cashier at D&K at Norwin Towne Square and also at Grinberg's in Braddock. She was a member of St. Agnes Church. In her free time, Mary enjoyed reading, crocheting, gardening, cooking, baking, and working on crossword puzzles. In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Walter Chuckro. She is survived by four daughters, Regina Mark and her husband, Forrest, Donna Miedlar and her husband, Michael, Catherine Borgony and her husband, David, Mary Kay Ritz and her husband, Dennis; eight grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Friends will be received on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Friday at 10 A.M. in St. Agnes Church. Interment will follow in Braddock Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given in Mary's name to the Alzheimer's Foundation, St. Agnes Church, or a charity of your choice. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
November 11, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Patrick J. Donnelly III, age 70 of North Huntingdon, went to be the the Lord on November 11, 2024. He passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones. Patrick was born June 26, 1954 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Patrick James Donnelly Jr. and Betty Petrisko Donnelly Craycraft. Prior to his retirement Pat was employed as a salesman for American General Life Insurance Company. He was an avid golfer and member of the Irwin Country Club. A 1972 graduate of GCC where he played football and a graduate of IUP, he attained his Business Degree in 1976. His favorite past time was spending time with his grandchildren. He is survived by three daughters, Courtney Schultz and her husband Jared, Nikki Kovalcin and her husband Derek, Katie Ferlin and her husband Mike, three brothers, Kevin Donnelly (Debra), Timothy Donnelly (Joanne), Thomas Donnelly (Sandra), two sisters Mary Ellen Piesik (Bernie), Eileen Donnelly and 7 grandchildren, Ty, Jordan, Lexi, and Colton Kovalcin, Mason Schultz, Jackson and Madison Ferlin, numerous nieces and nephews, and many loyal and lifelong friends. Due to Pat’s wishes, there will be no viewing or visitation. A funeral mass will be held on Tuesday, November 19 at 11 A.M. at Immaculate Conception Church in Irwin Please go directly to the church. Memorials may be made to Big Brothers and Big Sisters of America. Arrangements by James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc., Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
November 11, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
John Norbert Pastor, age 95, of McKeesport, PA, died on Monday, November 11, 2024. Born April 25, 1929, in McKeesport, PA, he is the son of the late John Stephen and Anna Dzama Pastor. He retired from U.S. Steel, Irvin works and served in the Army during the Korean War (1952).
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November 11, 2024 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
The Family of Mary Ann (Gasparella) Lalley of McKeesport, PA is saddened to announce her passing on November 9, 2024, at the age of 88. Born in Vandergrift, PA on August 22, 1936, to Giovanni and Maria (Cavadon) Gasparella, Mary was the youngest of five children.
Mary graduated from Vandergrift High School in 1954, and attended Pittsburgh Arts Institute. She was employed as a commercial artist by G.C. Murphy Company of McKeesport. She made lifelong friends. In 1956, Mary married the love of her life, Charles W. Lalley. They remained a loving and devoted couple until his death 55 years later. The couple had two children, Maria Ann and James Patrick II. Mary later shared her artistic talents with her community by volunteering at her children's school and teaching the art program at Mt. Vernon's Girl Scout Day Camp in Elizabeth, PA. To nurture her passion for art, she attended various art classes at Divine Redeemer Convent also in Elizabeth. Mary was a forty-year member of her church choir.
Everything Mary touched was approached with thoughtfulness and beauty. Her sense of decorum was evident in the way she cared for her family and their home. Mary was known for her beautifully wrapped Christmas gifts and holiday décor. She was calm, dignified, diplomatic, and caring with every encounter. Her warmth and kindness made a deep impression on everyone she met.
Mary's grace and beauty always shown through, even in the darkest of times as she faced life's complexities. She accepted her devastating diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease the way she lived life with quiet dignity and determination.
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November 11, 2024 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
November 11, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
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November 10, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
David Walter Manns, age 74, of White Oak, PA, died peacefully and unexpectedly on Saturday, November 9, 2024. He was born in McKeesport, PA on July 5, 1950 and was the son of the late Walter E. “Knute” Manns and the late June Parker Manns (Calvin) Weissert and his late stepmother, Eleanor Nyegre Manns.
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November 10, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
James A. Rebosky Jr. age 60, of North Huntingdon passed away 11/09/2024 peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. Jim was born in Duquesne Pa. on Dec 25, 1963 to the late James and Joann (Kopaczynski) Rebosky. He was a graduate of Norwin high school. Jim was the owner of CJR Transport and hauled steel for nearly 40 years in the Pittsburgh area. Jim was most proud of his beloved family. His most treasured memories were coaching his children in their various sports and traveling for their baseball and soccer teams. Above all he cherished his time spent with his grandchildren. Along with his parents he is preceded in death by his sister Cynthia Rebosky Swenson. He is survived by his wife Jamie (Thomas) Rebosky, loving son Casey (Dallas) Rebosky and his adoring daughters Cassandra Rebosky and Cristina (Christian) Poach, three grandsons that he adored, James, Rip and Cash; and his grandson due in December, his brother Jeffery Rebosky and his sister Tiffany Rebosky. Services will be private. JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
November 09, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
E. Patricia Leonard, age 87, of Elizabeth Twp., PA, formerly of McKeesport, PA, passed peacefully at UPMC East Hospital on Friday, November 8, 2024. She was born in McKeesport, PA on November 12, 1936 and was the daughter of the late Paul and Mary Ruscin Liberatore. She retired after twenty-four years as a Special Ed Teacher’s Aide from McKeesport Area School District. She was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, Corpus Christi Church and was devoted to her Catholic faith. She was also a member of the Italian Sons and Daughters of America Lodge #57. She was passionate about her family, enjoyed cooking and baking especially around the holiday season, and loved to entertain. She was a woman of style who was always ready for a day of shopping and she loved her trips to the casino where she was a frequent donator.
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November 08, 2024 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Peter J. “Pepper Pete” Janusek, age 77, of West Mifflin, passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2024, in UPMC Shadyside. Born in McKeesport, PA on January 14, 1947, he was the son of the late Peter L. Janusek and late Alice (Kopasko) Janusek Monroe. He was a retired carpenter for UPMC Shadyside and a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-St. Joseph Church. He was a tremendous golfer, with 3 holes in one to his credit, was a world renowned gardener, known for his pepper powder, and did metal crafting of miniature motorcycles, turtles and airplanes. He loved to talk to people and never met a stranger. Pete was an excellent basketball player and also played for the Duquesne Zemps. He proudly served his country in the Army, in Germany, during the Vietnam Era.
Pete is the beloved husband of Cheryl (Capalbo) Janusek for 54 years; father of Mark (Beth) Janusek of Bethel Park and Carol (fiancé Martin West) Hanlin of Duquesne; grandfather of Katrina Janusek, twins Megan and Brandon Janusek and Lucas Zelasko; brother of Diane Harlacher of West Mifflin and Patrick (Becky) Monroe of Pleasant Hills. He is also survived by aunts, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 10, 2025 from 4-8 p.m. and Monday, November 11, 2024 from 2-8 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. A Blessing Service will be held at the Funeral Home on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Joseph Church, Duquesne, at 10:00 a.m., with Rev. Thomas Dansak, officiating. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin, with Military Honors.
November 08, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Rose Marie Kushner Palocsko, age 93 of North Huntingdon, passed away on November 7, 2024. She was born on September 6, 1931 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Stephen Beskid and Ann Liptak Beskid. Rose Marie was a graduate of McKeesport High School's Class of 1949. She was a Charter Member at St. Agnes Church where she belonged to the Christian Mothers Club. She was also a volunteer with the St. Vincent De Paul Society. Rose Marie belonged to the Circleville Firehall Ladies Auxiliary and was the first Registrar for the Norwin Soccer Club. She served as a costume seamstress for the Norwin Theater Company. Rose Marie cherished her role as a homemaker, and enjoyed sewing, baking, and spending time with her grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Rose Marie was preceded in death by her first husband Edward Kushner, and her second husband Edward Palocsko. She is survived by two sons, Andrew Kushner (Janeen), and Edward Kushner (Patricia), one daughter, Barbara Komondor (Michael), one brother, Frank Beskid (Judy), one sister, Nancy Priselac, grandchildren Sean Kushner, Claudia Ohrman (Joshua), Ralph Hensell, Rachael Ekberk, and Michael Hensell, and one great-grandson, Joshua Jr. Friends will be received at the JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, on Sunday from 4 PM to 8 PM and Monday from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Agnes Church on Tuesday at 10 AM with interment to follow in Immaculate Conception Cemetery in Irwin. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
