October 26, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Carmella R. Picone, 91, of Liberty Boro, passed away Sunday, October 25, 2020. She was born September 4, 1929 in Coraopolis and was the daughter of the late Clemente and Pauline (Cordi) DiGiandomenico. She was the wife of the late Arthur F. Picone. Carmella attended St. Michael Parish - St. Mark Church in Liberty Boro. She is survived by her daughters, Nancy (Nicholas) Ivkovich of Liberty Boro, and Darlene (Michael) Province of Parma, OH, son, Samuel Picone of Liberty, grandchildren, Kristi (Charles) McCutcheon, Dana (Jason) Seyerle and Samantha Picone, great-grandchildren, Ashley, Alyssa, Nicholas, Nina, Heaven, and Khyla, brothers, Joseph (Mary) DiGiandomenico and Guido (Lena) DiGiandomenico, sisters, Yolanda Zimage, Mary (Ed) Wisnesky, Josephine (Vincent) Lucci and Ana (Anthony) Lucci, and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by brothers, Victor and James DiGiandomenico, and sister, Phyliss DiVecchio. Private family visitation will be at the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 1638 Lincoln Way, White Oak, (412) 672-6322 Troy J. Gilbert, Director. Private Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Michael Parish - St. Mark Church, Liberty Boro. Interment will follow at the Corpus Christi -St. Mary's German Cemetery. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
October 26, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Ronald James Egenlauf, Jr., 38, of Glassport, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 24, 2020 . He was born June 1, 1982 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Ronald James Egenlauf, Sr. and LaVerne V. (Chisco) Egenlauf of Glassport. Ron was a cook and certified trainer at Buffalo Wild Wings, West Mifflin. Ron loved his wife and children and enjoyed hosting family get-togethers. He was an avid and life long Steelers fan, and bled black and gold. He also enjoyed fishing, barbeques and loved being surrounded by friends and family.
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October 26, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Ellen E. Wykoff, 93, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, October 26, 2020 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. She was born, August 21, 1927 in Bedford, IN, daughter of the late Thomas and Dorothy Dodd. Before retirement, Ellen was employed by Horne’s. She was a member of the Second Ponce de Leon Church in Atlanta, GA. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Wykoff; son, Donald Wykoff Jr.; two grandsons; and two brothers, Thomas and Ralph Dodd of Bedford IN. She is survived by her four sons, Philip and his wife, Georgene of Oxford, GA, Kent and friend, Lynne of Midlothian, VA, Mark and his wife, Christa of Jamestown, NC, Matthew and friend, Cindy of N. Huntingdon, PA; two sisters, Jennie Scott of Irwin, PA and Sue Ann Hillenburg and her husband, Garris of Bedford, IN; eight grandsons; one granddaughter; seven great-grandsons, six great-granddaughters; and one great-great-grandson. Friends will be received from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday, November 2nd at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. A funeral service to follow at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment in Long Run Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
October 26, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Gene C. Opfer, age 71, of Forward Twp., passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at Allegheny General Hospital. He was a member of Bethesda United Presbyterian Church in Elizabeth. A former retail manager for Sam's Club and Dollar General, he opened the first Sam's Club in Pennsylvania in York. He was also a school bus driver for Pennsylvania Coach Lines. An avid car enthusiast, he enjoyed building and racing Volkswagens and was a member of the Mon Valley RC Club of Cedar Creek. He was also a history buff, especially of the Revolutionary and Civil wars. Born December 30, 1948 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Raymond F. and Elizabeth Opfer. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Patricia Opfer; daughter, Joy (Peter Larsen) Opfer of Pittsburgh; grandson, Otto Larsen; brothers, Raymond "Terry" (Cindy) Opfer of Forward Twp. and David (Dorothy) Opfer of Washington; also, nieces and nephews. There is no visitation. A Celebration of Life will take place graveside at Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp., in the summer of 2021. In lieu of flowers or gifts, the family requests memorial contributions to the American Heart Association, Four Gateway Center, 444 Liberty Avenue, Suite 1300, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
October 26, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Doris May Larson, 85, of Versailles, passed away Saturday, October 25, 2020. She was born May 22, 1935 in Cochranton, and was the daughter of the late William Harry and Ann (Caldwell) Wecas. She was the wife of the late William Howard Larson, Sr., who passed away September 29, 2018. Doris began her career as a school teacher. She later worked for West Virginia University and the US Steel Clark Lab. She was a graduate of Thiel College and Carnegie Mellon University. She is survived by her son, William H. (Cheryl) Larson, Jr., of Versailles, daughters, Amy S. Larson of Lititz and Bess Ann (Thomas) Beaty of Cary, NC, sister, Grace Peterson of Cochranton, grandchildren, Sarah Lynn (Andy) Krut and Elizabeth Ann Larson, great-grandson, Sullivan Krut and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Leslie, Harold "Raine", and Howard Kaufold, a sister, Ann Kaufold and step-sister, Myra Wecas . Friends are welcome Friday, October 30, 2020 from 9-11:30 am at the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., Boston, Elizabeth Township. Service will be held in the funeral home chapel, Friday at 11:30 am. The Rev. Andrew Harvey will officiate. Inurnment will follow at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
October 25, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Robert Ross, 73, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, October 24, 2020 at Redstone Highlands Greensburg. He was born, February 15, 1947 in McKeesport, a son of the late William A. and Edith (Briggs) Ross. Prior to his retirement, Bob was a plant manager for Koppers. He enjoyed visiting casinos, playing cards, swimming and was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Cheryl Bowser Ross; brother, William A Ross Jr.; sisters, Nancy Minnicks and Helen Guthrie. He is survived by his sons, Scot Ross (Lisa Laskowski) and Brent Ross and his fiancee, Samantha Lamison; and sister, Sally Kosco and her husband, Mike. Friends will be received from 4-7 p.m. on Wednesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A funeral service will follow at 7 p.m. Interment will take place at 10 a.m. on Thursday in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. PLEASE GO DIRECTLY TO THE CEMETERY. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Norwin Public Library in memory of Robert. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
October 25, 2020 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
James Anthony Dilmore, 75, of White Oak, Pennsylvania died peacefully and surrounded by his family on October 22, 2020. He was born on March 10th, 1945 in Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania, the son of the late Francis and Edith (Forgie) Dilmore of Wilmerding, Pennsylvania. Jim graduated from the Ohio University in 1963 with a degree in mechanical engineering, and later earned master’s degrees in mechanical and industrial engineering from the University of Pittsburgh. He was employed by Westinghouse Electric Corporation for 35 years as a research engineer, manager, and director of business and proposal development. During his tenure at Westinghouse, he was awarded five United States patents. For the following ten years, he was an independent business consultant. Jim also spent 20 years helping build and run Braddock’s Trail Gallery with his wife. He served on the boards of the Wilmerding YMCA and the Boy Scouts of America’s East Valley Area Council.
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October 24, 2020 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Frank J. Kovacs, 83, of Rostraver Twp., formerly of West Mifflin, on October 24, 2020. He was a son of the late Frank and Rose (Kate) Kovacs. Frank was a retired journeyman electrician from US Steel Homestead Works and Bechtel-Bettis, West Mifflin. He was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, Holy Name Church. He proudly served his country in the Army. Husband of Eleanor M. "Ellie" (Ivory) Kovacs for 59 years; father of Jeffrey (Darcy) Kovacs of McMurray, PA, Karen (Thomas) Westerlund of Presto, PA, and the late Rick Kovacs; grandfather of Maura (Joseph) Homerski and Bryan (Noelle) Westerlund, Connor, Collin, and Clare Kovacs; great-grandfather of Hunter and Callie Homerski and Lucy Westerlund; brother of Arnold Kovacs. Private family visitation will be held on Tuesday at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquense, 412-466-3300 where a Blessing Service will be held on Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Name Church at 10 a.m. Burial will be in Holy Name Cemetery, West Mifflin with Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, or perform a random act of kindness.
October 24, 2020 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Susan B. Spinosi, age 62, of North Versailles, died at home on October 23, 2020, after a long battle with chronic kidney disease. Born January 10, 1958, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of James Giles and Sally Rack, and the wife of Anthony Spinosi.
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October 24, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Charles "Chas" Emory Casturo, 81, of McKeesport, passed away Friday, October 23, 2020. He was born May 24, 1939 in Boston and was the son of the late Charles and Elizabeth (Barno) Casturo. He was a member of Dormition of the Holy Virgin Mary Russian Orthodox Church and McKeesport Presbyterian Church. He was also a member of F & AM Duquesne McKeesport Lodge and was a member and past president of the McKeesport Lions Club. Chas was a retired entrepreneur who started multiple businesses over the years including multiple service stations, Casturo Trucking and Salvage and Tri-C-Co. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Gail Ann (Crawford) Casturo, sons, Charles C. (Tina) Casturo of Elizabeth Township, Scott (Karen) Casturo of North Canton, OH, and Robert (Tracy) Casturo of Forward Township, brother, Donald J. (Judy) Casturo of Pittsburgh, sister, Marlene (Herb) Campbell of Sherman, TX, 14 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, and nephews, Don (Tiffany) Casturo and Chris (Heather) Casturo. He was preceded in death by his brother, Kevin Casturo. Friends are welcome Monday, October 26, 2020 from 11 am to 1pm at the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, Director. Service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Monday at 1pm. Interment will follow at West Newton Cemetery. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
October 23, 2020 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Antonio ‘Tony” DiTano, 79, of North Versailles, died Thursday, October 22, 2020. He was born June 13, 1941 in Gamberale, Italy, the son of the late Ottavio and Maria (DiSalvo) DiTano. He is survived by his wife Josephine (DeLuca) DiTano, his sisters Olga, Silvana, and Miranda, also nieces and nephews.
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October 23, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
John Bradley Duvall, age 57, passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2020. Born April 1, 1957 in Valparaiso, IN, he was a son of Terry (Atwater) Duvall of Port Vue and the late David L. Duvall. A self-employed carpenter, Brad was a 1981 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School and also attended Ohio University. In his spare time, he loved to fish with his son. Besides his mother, Brad is survived by his son Max Duvall of Swissvale and his brother Larry (Cheryl Miller) Duvall of Elizabeth Twp.
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October 23, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Russell Edward Carlson, 81, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Thursday, October 22, 2020. He was born November 4, 1938 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Edward A. and Dorothy (Littlewood) Carlson. He was the husband of the late Sally (Morris) Carlson who passed away November 7, 2004. Russell was a manager at the former K-Mart in Belle Vernon and was a US Army Veteran. He had a passion and love for the game of golf. He is survived by his daughters, Paula Lynn Carlson of Rostraver and Lynn Ann (Nicholas Damis) Carlson of Steubenville, OH, and son, Brad E. Carlson of Elizabeth Township. He was preceded in death by faithful dog, Breeze. There is no visitation. Private graveside service with Military Honors will be held at Mount Vernon Cemetery in Elizabeth Township. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, Director. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
October 23, 2020 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Charles J. Nemes, Jr., age 53, of McKeesport, died October 9, 2020, at UPMC McKeesport. Born September 20, 1967, he was the son of the late Charles J. and Shirley (Dreer) Nemes, Sr.
Charles worked as an auto mechanic and loved working on cars.
Charles is survived by sister, Charlene Jefferson of McKeesport; brother, John Snyder of Altoona; many nieces and nephews.
Arrangements were entrusted to Willig Funeral Home & Crematory.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com.
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October 22, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Kirk "Bubba" William Campbell, 54, of Greenock, formerly of Versailles, passed away Thursday, October 22, 2020 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born July 8, 1966 in McKeesport and was the son of Edward J. (Peggy) Campbell of Florida and the late Barbara L. "Babs" (Johnston) Campbell. Kirk was a Truck Driver for Waste Management and was a member of Teamsters Local 249. He was also a member of the former Boston Vol. Fire Co., and Versailles Vol. Fire Co. Kirk enjoyed hunting and riding his motorcycle and lawn tractor.
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