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February 09, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Edward "Eddie" Chisolm, age 78, of McKeesport, died on January 30, 2021, at UPMC Shadyside. Born October 9, 1942, on Wadmalaw Island, SC, he was the son of the late Benjamin J. and Celestine E. (Gadson) Chisolm. Eddie was a retired butcher and always had a passion for football and basketball.
February 09, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Liberata “Libby” Morrell, 91, of Frederick County, VA passed away Saturday, February 6, 2021, at Winchester Medical Center.
Mrs. Morrell was born in 1930 in Tocco da Casauria, Italy, daughter of the late Luciano and Lucia Del Rosso and the wife of George Morrell.
She was a Seamstress at the former Bell Drape, Co. Mrs. Morrell enjoyed cooking, sewing and spending time with her family. She was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Winchester, VA, and a devoted, loving wife to her husband, George.
February 09, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Patrick Roach, age 67, of Hampton Township, died Friday, February 5, 2021 in Pittsburgh. He was born in McKeesport on August 18, 1953 and is the son of the late Richard Allen and Midge Dillon Roach. Patrick built his legacy shipping business from the ground up over the last twenty-five years. His free time was spent seeking adventure…boating on the rivers of Pittsburgh and on Lake Erie, riding motorcycles, restoring classic cars, and traveling.
February 08, 2021 |
By James F. Kutch Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: James F. Kutch Funeral Home - Crematory
Joseph T. Godwin, Jr., 72, of Murrysville, formerly of North Versailles Twp., died Feb. 1, 2021. Beloved son of the late Joseph T. and Olga (Semethy) Godwin. Loving husband of 50 years to Janet (Webster) Godwin. Dear brother of Joann Ritchey, Patricia Carr, Peggy Barncord, and the late Robert Godwin and Doris (Loving companion, Linda Lawson) Parker. Brother-in-law of Mary Godwin. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Joe was an avid race car fan.
February 08, 2021 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Mary Helen Ducko Harchar, a resident of Jefferson Hills for 68 years, formerly of Clairton, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2021. She was born in Clairton on September 10, 1925 to the late Michael and Suzanna Ducko. Mary was the loving and devoted wife of the late Joseph J. Harchar for 67 years. She is survived by her sons, Joseph Harchar of Woodbridge, VA, John (Judie) Harchar of The Woodlands, TX, Kenneth Harchar of Jefferson Hills and Robert Harchar of Jefferson Hills. She is also survived by nephews Michael (Peggy) Ducko of Delmont and Mark (Lynn) Ducko of Jefferson Hills, nieces Geraldine Ducko, of Peoria, AZ and Susan (Paul) Vukovich, and cousin Margie Ospeck, of Salem, OH.
February 08, 2021 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Deaths Elsewhere
Legendary Pittsburgh-based folk singer and labor activist Anne Feeney died of complications from COVID-19 on February 3, 2021, at age 69. Anne was the beloved wife of Julie Leonardsson, mother of Amy Berlin and Daniel Berlin, mother-in-law of Monique Murad, grandmother of Sebastian and Nicholas Berlin, sister of Kathleen Feeney, and aunt of Kimberly Sever.
Anne was born in Charleroi, Pa., in 1951 to Edward J. Feeney and Anabelle Feeney, née Runner, and grew up in Brookline, Pa. Her grandfather, William Patrick Feeney, was a labor organizer with the United Mine Workers of America. Anne’s Irish roots heavily influenced her music and life. The annual St. Patrick’s Day parties she hosted in Edgewood with her then-husband, Ronald Berlin, were the stuff of local legend. Later on in her life, she hosted several cultural tours of Ireland, taking groups to visit influential poets, activists, and musicians.
Anne devoted her life to social justice, working first as a lawyer, then as a musician, always seeking to defend the rights of the working class. Anne bought a Martin D28 guitar in high school, taught herself to play, and spent the rest of her life writing and performing songs about unions, protest movements, and civil rights. She was a fixture at venues ranging from picket lines, to bars, to performances for hundreds of thousands of rally-goers on the National Mall. Her mentors included Utah Philips, Pete Seeger, Peter Yarrow of Peter, Paul and Mary, and Faith Petric, all of whom sang Anne’s praises and her songs. Peter, Paul and Mary recorded Anne’s social justice anthem, “Have You Been to Jail for Justice,” which is still sung at protests around the globe.
February 08, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Glenn D. Bumbarger, age 80 of Elizabeth, died February 7, 2021, at home. He was born November 3, 1940, in White Oak and was the loving husband of Martha Bumbarger.
He was retired from Duquesne Works as a crane operator and was a United States Airforce Veteran.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his sister Helen Winkler of Florida.
Arrangements were entrusted to Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory.
Entombment will be in Penn Lincoln Cemetery.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
February 08, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Lillian Fresch, 85, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, February 8, 2021 at her home. She was born April 26, 1935 in Pitcairn, a daughter of the late Tony and Paulina (Caruso) Comunale. Prior to her retirement, Lillian was an assembly line machine operator for Precise Plastics and later Sherm Edwards Candy Company. She was a member of The Lutheran Church of Our Saviour and enjoyed reading, walking, sewing and was a great Italian cook. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert S. Fresch; brothers, Genre, Emilio, James and Frank; sisters, Angeline, Edith, Jennie and Helen. She is survived by her daughters, Debra Rubbo and her husband, Charles, Lori Sanders and her husband, Craig; brother, George (Janet) Comunale; grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Hollie, Chucky (Elisha), Justin; great-grandchildren, Danika, Liam and Kobe. Friends will be received from 3-7 p.m. on Friday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. A funeral service will follow at 7 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Private interment in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Lutheran Church of Our Saviour Blessed Bundles. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
February 08, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Thomas McNair, age 67, of Turtle Creek, died February 3, 2021, at home. Born September 20, 1953, in Greensburg, PA, was the son of the late Betty (Holtzer) Powell.
Tom was a US Marine Corps veteran serving during the Vietnam War. He enjoyed hunting, sports, and socializing with friends.
February 08, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Thomas "Tom" Edward Skotnicki, 63, of White Oak, passed away Sunday, February 7, 2021. He was born October 10, 1957 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Edward and Patricia (Jaskolski) Skotnicki. Tom was a very talented auto body repairman since he was a teenager and worked in several area shops, and was also a volunteer fireman for GlassPort Reliance Hose Company, number 2. He loved muscle cars and classic rock music.
February 07, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Josie Lee Debevec, age 5 days, of Forward Twp., passed away on Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital. Born January 29, 2021 in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of Brandon L. and Jacquelyn R. (Martincic) Debevec. In addition to her parents, she is survived by paternal grandparents, Mark "Pap" Debevec and Pamela "Gigi" Debevec Watkins; maternal grandparents, Jack "Pappy" and Carrie Lee "Grammy" Martincic; paternal great-grandparents, William Debevec and Fay Watkins; step-great-grandmother, Florence Martincic; aunts and uncles, Kiesha Lee (Charles) Stitcher, Joshua (Amy O’Neil) Martincic, Joseph (Nicole Curran) Martincic; cousins, Brynlee and Ella Stitcher and Lylah Martincic; also, many aunts, uncles and cousins who love Jacquelyn, Brandon and Josie Lee very much.
February 07, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Sean Patrick Ward, age 50, of South Park and formerly of Clairton, fought the brave fight for many years and is now at rest: passing away on Saturday,, February 6, 2021. Sean is survived his wife, Christina Ward (née Berresford); his son, Ian James Ward of Allison Park; his mother Ida (DiMattia) Ward; his sister, Cristina (John) Cercone of Economy Borough; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. He is predeceased by his father George P. Ward, and grandparents: Thomas and Anna Ward and Emilio and Ada DiMattia. Sean was born April 19, 1970 to George and Ida Ward. He graduated from St. Vincent College (where he met his wife) with a Bachelor's Degree in History and worked in the Customer Relations Department for PNC Bank. Always a kid at heart, Sean will be remembered for his wit, sarcasm, and humor (all of which he clearly inherited from his father and passed on to his son).
February 07, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
James “Jimbo” Ferencz, age 82, of Penn Hills, formerly of West Mifflin, passed away on February 6, 2021 at Forbes Hospital. Born in Duquesne on January 22, 1939, he was the son of the late Joseph and Ella (Vranesevich) Ferencz. Jimbo was a retired Motor Inspector for U.S. Steel and the Bettis Atomic Plant, a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Name Church and was the Vice President of Local #1256. He enjoyed bowling, horseshoes and fishing and was the manager of the Flames softball team. He was very strong in his faith, leading bible studies and was a member of the Ephesians prayer group at Holy Name Church where he was also an usher and a Eucharistic Minister. He was a past president of Riverview Homes Association, a West Mifflin Democratic Committeeman and held an annual picnic for Dorothy Mill workers from 1984-2020. He proudly served his country in the Navy. He was the beloved husband of 59 years to Audrey (August) Ferencz; father of Robbie Ferencz of St. Petersburg, FL, Gregory (Judy) Ferencz of Penn Hills, Kevin (Amanda) Ferencz of Statesville, NC; grandfather of Jesse Ferencz, Jessica Ferencz, Krystal Ferencz, Jessica Johnson and Jessica (Nick) Thornton; great grandfather of Makayla Mullins, Kenzie Tse, Kalee Thornton, Violet Thornton, Evelyn Thornton and Noah James Ferencz; brother of Richard (Elsie) Ferencz of West Mifflin, Eileen (late Wayne) Grooms of West Mifflin, Joanne (Andy) Cerpani of West Mifflin and late Raymond (late Donna) Moss; many nieces and nephews. Memorial visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 10, 2021 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERALHOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILIAM B. SCHLEIFER-SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER-FUNERAL DIRECTOR. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Name Church on Thursday at 10:00 a.m. with the Rev. Thomas Lewandowski officiating. Everyone please meet at Church. Military Honors will be accorded after the Mass. Private burial will be held in Holy Name Cemetery. All PA Covid-19 precautions will be in place at the funeral home and at church and visitors must wear a mask.
February 07, 2021 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Ruth Lee Brown, 85, died February 3, 2021. Arrangements are in charge of Robert A. Waters Funeral Home Inc.
February 06, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Robert P. Bonacci, age 83, of McKeesport, formerly of Duquesne, passed away on February 5, 2021, at UPMC Shadyside. Born in Duquesne on March 17, 1937, he was the son of the late John and Mary (Fecenko) Bonacci. He was a retired supervisor for Pre Coat Metals in McKeesport. He was the husband of the late Mary A. (Adair) Bonacci; father of Wayne (Margaret) Bonacci of Phoenix, AZ, David Bonacci of McKeesport and Sherry Bonacci of White Oak; 6 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; brother of John (late Phyllis) Bonacci of White Oak, Angeline (Ron) Bost of West Mifflin, Dolores (late George) Zuber of North Huntingdon and late Richard (his wife Jan survives) Bonacci of West Mifflin; his companion, Adele Mendlowitz. Visitation will be held on Monday, February 8, 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 on Tuesday, February 9, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. with the Rev. Thomas Lewandowski officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp., with Military Honors. All PA Covid-19 precautions will be in place at the funeral home and visitors must wear a mask.
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