October 22, 2021 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Lillian Marie Irha, 90, announces her passing on October 16, 2021 in Glen Allen, Virginia. Lillian, née Yanchik, died peacefully at home, surrounded by love.
Lillian was born in Homestead, Pennsylvania on June 30, 1931. A 1949 graduate of Munhall High School, Lillian married John J. Irha of Homestead, Pennsylvania in September 1952. They had three children together: Sandra, Nancy, and Daniel.
Described by friends and family as “feisty, unfiltered, and absolutely fabulous,” Lillian was known for her hearty, bubbly giggle and her fun-loving, social personality. She always made it a point to keep in touch with family and friends, whether near or far. Lillian enjoyed dancing, bowling and cards, as well as entertaining at her lovely home. She especially loved bingo and delighted in sharing her quite-frequent winnings with her grandchildren. Lillian, a faithful Catholic, was a lifelong parishioner of Saint John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Cathedral of Munhall, Pennsylvania.
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October 22, 2021 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Alfieri Funeral Home
Ann Elizabeth (Wilcox) Sant, 77, of Level Green passed away October 15, 2021. Born in McKeesport on July 30, 1944, to the late Robert and Sadie (Betras) Wilcox, she attended McKeesport High School, resided with her growing family in McKeesport until moving to Level Green in 1974.
She is preceded in death by her parents, her only brother, Michael Wilcox and her son-in-law, Todd Everhart.
Ann is lovingly remembered by her eleven children with former spouse, Russell J. Sant. Her children include Shawn S. Sant, Jodi R. Everhart, Joni R. Sant, Jayne R. Totora, Russell J. Sant, Jennifer R. Sant, Jacqueline R. Sant (Matt), Robert J. Sant (Laura), Sarahann S. Sant, Reed J. Sant and Rory J. Sant.
Ann is also survived by 14 grand-children: Kevin, Ryan, Robert, Tabytha, Athina, Shawn, Samuel, Stephanie, Racheal, Jennifer, Michael, Elizabeth, Susan and Matthew; 13 great-grand-children, 3 nephews and 2 nieces.
Family and friends are welcome in the Alfieri Funeral Home, Inc., 201 Marguerite Ave, Wilmerding, PA 15148, 412-824-4332, on Friday from 11am - 1pm. A Blessing Service will be held at 1pm. Ann will be laid to rest in Good Shepherd Cemetery. Please visit us at www.alfierifuneralhome.com for online condolences.
In lieu of flowers donations and condolences can be sent to: Sant Family, 3452 Route 130, Harrison City, PA 15636
October 22, 2021 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Mary A. (Ragan) Adams, 90, a former resident of Duquesne, PA and a resident of Bethel Park, PA, led a spiritually filled and family-centered life and met the Lord on Saturday, October 16, 2021 surrounded by her children, Mary Ann (Tom) Gray, Bethel Park, PA; Bill (Nancy) Adams, Wadsworth, OH; Rev. John Adams, Pastor, Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels and St. John the Evangelist Church, Olean, NY; Mark (Linda) Adams, Louisville, OH.
Wife of the late William “Bill” Adams of Duquesne, PA. Mary and Bill were joined on earth for 65 beautiful years, now, together forever in heaven. Mary, daughter of the late John and Teresa Ragan of Duquesne was the first child American born from Slovakia. She is survived by her brothers, Dr. James (Debora) Ragan of Los Angeles, CA and Thomas (Lynne) Ragan of Duquesne and many nieces, nephews, and extended family members. Mary was preceded in death by her parents and her sisters, Theresa Chizmar and Ann Matthias and baby Helen and brothers, John, Andrew, Paul, Albert, George and infant twins Michael and Joseph.
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October 22, 2021 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Edna M. (Singleton) Jones, 87, died October 16, 2021. Arrangements in charge of Robert A. Waters Funeral Home Inc.
Friends will be received Friday, October 22, 2021, from 9 to 11 a.m. at Trinity (McKeesport), 2216 Jenny Lind Street, McKeesport, PA 15132, where a funeral service will be celebrated at 11 a.m.
October 21, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
John E. Hosni, 78, of McKeesport, passed away Wednesday, October 20, 2021. He was born June 1, 1943 in McKeesport and was the son of the late John and Frances (Vodopivec) Hosni. John graduated from California State Teachers College with a BS degree and Penn State University and California State with a Masters in Education degree. He taught Math and Algebra at the Linton Middle School in the Penn Hills School District for 32 years and had a tax business for over 50 years. He also worked for the former Keystone Auto Parts Store in McKeesport since he was a teenager. He loved his grandchildren and enjoyed attending their sporting events.
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October 21, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Katherine R. Puskaric, age 70 of Marshall, MI and formerly of McKeesport, passed away on October 18, 2021 at Glenn Arbor Hospice Residence. Born October 14, 1951 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late to Joseph and Florence (Barsic) Puskaric. Kathy moved to Marshall, MI in 2004. She previously worked with her father and was responsible for the scheduling of umpires. After moving to Michigan, she was employed by Target. Kathy was a very social person and made friends wherever she went. She enjoyed taking trips to the casino, country music, and was an avid sports fan. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandpa John and aunt Teta. Kathy is survived by her cousins Cindy Wyatt and Geraldine Greer.
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October 21, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Thomas N. Hobbs, Jr., age 95 of Liberty Borough, passed away on Wednesday, October 20, 2021 in Forbes Regional Hospital, Monroeville. Born May 31, 1926 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Thomas N. Hobbs, Sr. and Rose Evelyn (Jennings) Hobbs. A US Army Veteran of World War II - serving in Patton's Third Army throughout Europe -- Thomas was a self-employed truck driver, a member of the 32nd degree, past master, and fifty year pin recipient of the Free and Accepted Masons Omni Lodge #582 and the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite. Besides his parents, Thomas was preceded in death by his wife Naomi Ruth (Curry) Hobbs, who passed away May 12, 1995 and his son Bruce Hobbs. He is survived by his sons Thomas J. Hobbs of Massilllon, OH and David (Michelle Linn) Hobbs of McKeesport; his six grandchildren Katlin, Diane, and Madilyn Hobbs, Grace Lash, Amanda (Philip) Wingfield, and Lauren (Marcello Lurito) Hobbs; his daughter-in-law Jacqueline Schilling; and also nieces and nephews.
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October 21, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Joanne E. Scapellato, age 66 of McKeesport and formerly of Clairton, passed away on Wednesday, October 20, 2021 at Southwestern Nursing Center, West Mifflin. Born June 24, 1955 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late John and Rose (Havrally) Ross and a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, Clairton. She is survived by her husband of 48-and-a-half years David Scapellato; sons Dennis and John Scapellato of McKeesport; grandchildren Connie, Anika, Isabelle, and Elizabeth Marie Scapellato; sister Marie Clark; brother Michael Ross; and also nieces and nephews.
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October 21, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Linda L. Shaw, age 66 of Glassport, passed away on Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at home. Born October 16, 1955 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Carl and Toots Puckett.
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October 20, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Kathleen Dillon Rendulic, 79, of Hempfield Township, formerly of McKeesport, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 19, 2021 surrounded by the love of her family after a long and difficult illness. Born November 24, 1941 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Mary Mildred Cochenour Dillon. She graduated at the top of her class from McKeesport Hospital School of Nursing where she became a registered nurse. She was so proud to have been a nurse and spent a lifetime caring for others. As dementia slowly took her from us, we could always count on talking to her about having been a nurse to bring back the sparkle in her eye as we recalled the many stories. Other than her family, there is nothing of which she was prouder. She went on to teach nurses and EMTs at Community College of Allegheny County and worked at Highmark from which she retired as a Claims Reviewer. In 2013, she was honored as a member of the Retired Nurses Working in Neighborhoods team and received the Jefferson Award for Public Service. She loved to sing and was a member of the Sacred Heart choir in McKeesport where together with her husband, they recorded a Christmas album with the choir of which they were so proud.
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October 20, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Gloria Stukus, age 76, of McKeesport, died on Wednesday, October 20, 2021. She was born in McKeesport on December 6, 1944 and is the daughter of the late Alex and Irene M. Rudick Mathews. Gloria was the proprietor of the TLC Salon in Olympia Shopping Center for approximately 20 years. She had previously been employed with the City of McKeesport and Allegheny County.
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October 20, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Marion (Dinkel) Welshhans, age 63, of Clairton, passed away on Saturday, October 16, 2021 at Select Specialty Hospital - McKeesport. She retired as a department manager for Walmart in West Mifflin. She enjoyed camping, fishing, and her grandchildren. Born September 26, 1958 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Harry C. and Iva (Webb) Dinkel. She is survived by her son, Jesse Dinkel of Rostraver Twp.; grandchildren, Maddox and Taylynne; sister, Carol Kabigting of Elizabeth; brother, Harry (Kathy) Dinkel of Broomall, PA; also, nieces and nephews. No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
October 20, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Kevin W. Miller, 66, of Jeannette, moved to Heaven, on Wednesday, October 20, 2021. He was born, December 16, 1954 in Greensburg, son of William Miller and the late Patricia (Spahr) Miller. Prior to his retirement, Kevin worked for Miller's Cash Feed in McKeesport and later drove truck for Craft Transportation. He was a graduate of Norwin Sr. High School and enjoyed shooting pool and throwing Darts at the Wendell Club. He is survived by his son, Craig Miller and his wife, Claudia; daughters, Cindy Senica and Chrissy Mautino; brother, Kenneth (Denise) Miller; sister, Nadine (Frank) Haelle; grandchildren, Kristian, Alejandra, Sierra, Blair; and former wife, Lenore. Friends will be received from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will follow at 4 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
October 20, 2021 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Carolyn R. Opalko, 82, of West Mifflin, died Oct. 19, 2021. She is the daughter of the late Walter and Olga (Bodnar) Hunt. She is survived by her beloved husband Russell Opalko; son Bryan (Carrie Zdobinski) Opalko; daughter Susan Opalko-Sommers; her granddaughter, Charlee Rae Sommers, who was her entire world; sisters Marsha (Buck) Willis and Laura DiDomenico; also nieces and nephews. Early in life, Carolyn was a secretary and then managed her father’s tavern (Hunt’s Bar) in Duquesne. Carolyn’s main job was raising her kids and taking care of her family, and doting on her granddaughter every chance she got. Carolyn is a member of St. Elias Byzantine Catholic Church. Friends received Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne on Sun. from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8. A funeral liturgy will be held Mon. 10:00 am at St. Elias Byzantine Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to your local animal shelter.
October 19, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Florence E. “Flo” Husfelt, age 85, of West Mifflin, passed away on Tuesday, October 19, 2021,at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. Born in Duquesne on July 8, 1936, she was the daughter of the late John and Maria (Tkacik) Brecko. Flo was a retired administrative assistant from Carnegie Mellon University. She was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Trinity Church, she loved her family, grandchildren and great grandchildren and enjoyed going to church and card games. She was the wife of the late Leonard Malinowski; mother of Mark (Kim) Malinowski Sr. of West Mifflin, late Mary Lisa (husband John survives) Holzwarth of West Mifflin, Leonard Malinowski of White Oak, and Robert (Meghan) Husfelt of Pleasant Hills; grandmother of Mark (Jessica) Malinowski Jr., Ashley Malinowski, Patrick and Shannon, Anthony (Michele) Holzwarth, Vanessa Malinowski, Valerie Malinowski, Victoria Malinowski, Haley Husfelt, Jenna Husfelt and Monica; great grandmother of Angelina Malinowski, Caleb Malinowski, McKenna Holzwarth and Zander Holzwarth; sister of Elizabeth “Betty” (late Regis) Hock of West Mifflin, late Joseph (wife Kathleen survives) Brecko of Duquesne and late John “Jim” Brecko. Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 21, 2021 from 6-8 p.m. and Friday, October 22, 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 will be held on Saturday, October 23, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Trinity Church, at 10:00 a.m., with Rev. Dan Sweeney, officiating. Interment will follow in Holy Trinity Cemetery.
