September 01, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Isabel (Garcia) Suarez 101, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Monday, August 31, 2020 at home. She was born April 15, 1919 in Clarksburg, WV, and was the daughter of the late Thomas and Adella (Garcia) Garcia. She was the wife of the late Alfred "Fred" Suarez who passed away December 10, 1999. Isabel was a member of Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church and was a Charter Member of the Central Volunteer Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary in Elizabeth Township. She was retired from the Elizabeth Forward School District. Her hobbies included crafting, baking and making candy.
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September 01, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
John W. "JG" Grueso, age 60, of Bethel Park, passed away on Sunday, August 30, 2020 at UPMC Mercy. He retired as the owner of JG Contracting in Clairton. He loved spending time with his family, especially being Pappy to his three grandkids. Born November 25, 1959 in Clairton, he was a son of the late William and Ruth (Mazurek) Grueso. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Bonnie (Tressler) Grueso; daughter, Ashley (John) Bennett of McMurray; grandchildren, Avalyn, Jeb and Jacob Bennett; sister, Jill (Bob) Rizzo of Clairton; and nephew, Jeremy Rizzo of Clairton. No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
September 01, 2020 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Eugene B. "Gene" Tyler, age 50, of Port Vue, died at home on August 29, 2020. Born September 10, 1969, in McKeesport, he was the son of William and Allie (Schmeltz) Tyler and the loving husband of Jennifer (Nordine) Tyler for 31 years.
Gene was a 1987 graduate of McKeesport High School and went on to enlist in the Navy. He was an avid hunter and fisherman who enjoyed spending time at his camp near Kittanning. At home, you could find him cooking, watching Nascar, rooting for the Steelers and Penguins, and spending time with his family.
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August 31, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Donna (Snyder) Bowers, age 82, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Sunday, August 30, 2020 at home. She was a member of First Evangelical Free Church in McKeesport, where she was a member of the Ladies White Cross Missionary Society. She was a volunteer at Elizabeth Boro Clergy Food Bank and a former member of Elizabeth Wesleyan Church. Born December 21, 1937 in Star Junction, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Faye (Askey) Snyder. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, H. Glenn Bowers Jr.; children, Pastor Charles (Rosella) Bowers of Morgantown, WV, Stephen (Sarah) Bowers of Clarkson, KY and Edward Bowers of Greenock; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sisters, Judy Armstrong of Confluence and Sandy Martinelli of Elizabeth Twp.; also, nieces and nephews.
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August 31, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Genre Vincent Pecora, 78, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, August 30, 2020 at his home. He was born July 23, 1942 in Wilkinsburg, PA, a son of the late Genre Paul and Rose Marie (Primavera) Pecora. Vince was the owner and operator of Pecora Flooring and was very passionate about his family, his business and his country. In his spare time he enjoyed golfing. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Donna Day Pecora; children, Daunette Baker and her husband, John, Vincent Pecora and his wife, Brenda, Dante Pecora and his wife, Carla, Todd Hook and his wife, Julie; sister, Antoinette Capo; grandchildren, Kaitlynn (Ricky) Boyer, James Baker, Genre Baker, Vincent Pecora, Gionna Baker, Avery Pecora, Ava Pecora; great-grandchildren, Gideon Boyer, Eden Boyer, Lacey Hook and Cameron Hook.
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August 31, 2020 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Alfieri Funeral Home
Tracy Ann (DeFelice) Henricksen passed on August 28, 2020 at the age of 47. Tracy was the devoted wife of Justin P. Henricksen; loving mother of Steven Thompson, adoring grandmother of 2. She was preceded in passing by her father, Joseph DeFelice and brother, Joseph DeFelice II. In addition to her husband, son and grandchildren, Tracy is survived by her mother, Rose (Garbowski) Smith, sister, Kristy Blitch, numerous nieces nephews and friends. Tracy loved dogs and doing all kinds of crafts. Family and friends are welcome in the Alfieri Funeral Home, Inc., 201 Marguerite Ave, Wilmerding, PA 15148, 412-824-4332, on Wednesday from 4pm to 8pm. Due to current health restrictions, only 25 people are allowed in the funeral at a time, masks are required. Please visit us at www.alfierifuneralhome.com for online condolences.
August 30, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Edward William Eversole, 69, of McKeesport, passed away Saturday, August 29, 2020. He was born August 27, 1951 in Keyser, WV, and was the son of Beatrice (Miller) Eversole of Glassport and the late Olen B. Eversole, Sr.
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August 30, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Donald W. Morrison, age 73 of North Huntingdon died August 29, 2020 at his home. He was born June 5, 1947 in Philadelphia, Pa,, a son of the late William and Florence Morrison. Prior to his retirement, Don was a special education teacher for the Norwin School District where he was also the the Norwin middle school girl's volleyball coach. Don was very active in both the Norwin and Irwin Rotary clubs serving his community. He was a graduate of Clarion University and an avid golfer. He is survived by his beloved wife, Jeanne Berkoben Morrison, one son, Patrick and his wife April, one daughter Amanda Maderas, one sister, Denise Craver, two grandchildren, Valin and Kieren Morrison. Memorial contributions may be made to the Irwin Rotary Club in memory of Don. 414 Main Street, Irwin, Pa. 15642. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, Pa 15642 www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
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August 30, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Gregory S. Hammons was born on February 8, 1958 in McKeesport, Pennsylvania. He was the son of Marion Ramseur Hammons and the late Lee Cornelius Hammons.
Herk or Herky as he was affectionately known by his family and friends graduated from Clairton High School in Clairton, Pennsylvania. During his high school years, he was outstanding in sports, gaining a spot on the Junior and High School football, basketball, and baseball teams. Following his love of art and drawing, he also attended the Art Institute in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Soon after, he was employed at United States Steel Clairton Works, and the City of Clairton Street Department.
Herk had a strong passion for music, singing and dancing, so much so, during the 70’s he and a few of his friends formed a local band. Herk had a great love for people, a kind heart, and was very personable, he made friends easily. He was always willing to give anyone the shirt off his own back.
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August 30, 2020 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Janet Mae (Klinek) Peila, age 85, of Greensburg passed away Thursday, August 27, 2020. She was born February 17, 1935 in McKeesport, the daughter of the late John Sr. and Ethel Klinek. She enjoyed playing for an international softball team while living in Florida and spending time with family.
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August 30, 2020 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Frederick W. Weber, 87, of North Huntingdon, died Wednesday, August 26, 2020, at home surrounded by family. He was born May 3, 1933 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late William and Katherine (Domiano) Weber and was also preceded in death by a brother Kerry Weber.
Fred retired as Maintenance Supervisor of Kennywood Park, West Mifflin, where he was employed for 51 years.
He was a member of First Presbyterian Church, Irwin, Shidle Lodge 601, F. & A.M., Irwin, the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of Pittsburgh, and Syria Temple, Pittsburgh. He was a volunteer of Norwin Area Meals On Wheels and enjoyed yard work and taking care of his flower beds.
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August 29, 2020 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Andrea M. (Bodnar) Long, 78, of West Mifflin died peacefully on Tuesday, August 25, 2020 in Meadowbrook Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Bethel Park. Born in Duquesne, October 28, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Andrew "Bruff" and Clara (Horgas) Bodnar. She was a retired baker at the former Duquesne Village Foodland. She is survived a son, Timothy Long, a daughter Deborah Long, two grandchildren, Alan and Jamie Long, two great grandchildren, Chase and Mason Ferretti, and several cousins.
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August 29, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Mary Ann "Beebo" (Capul) Lewis, age 86 of Clairton, passed away at her daughter's home surrounded by her loving family. Born January 5, 1934 in Baltimore, MD, she was a daughter of the late Louis and Teresa (Pasquerell) Capul. A retired medical secretary for UPMC Children's Hospital, Mary Ann was an active member of St. Clare of Assisi Parish in Clairton. She is survived by her husband of 63 years (together for 70 years) Robert Lewis; her children Brian (Leslie) Lewis of Chicago, IL, Lori (Donald) Mason of Homestead, and Paul (Pamela) Lewis of Mentor, OH; her grandchildren Blake, Payton, Ethan, Cole, Ben, John, and Riley; her siblings Loretta Valvo, Frances Lawson, Irene Rossi, and Terese and Mark Capul; her stepmother Carole Capul; and also nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Mary Ann was preceded in death by her siblings Joan Kutscher, Louise Lewis, and Anthony Capul.
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August 29, 2020 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Mark Moody, age 59, of McKeesport, PA, died Monday, August 17, 2020. He was born in McKeesport on June 14, 1961 and is the son of the James and Naomi Ward Moody.
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August 29, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Edward B. Cornes, age 80 of Addison, Pa died August 27, 1920 in Allegheny Valley Hospital. He was born October 16, 1939 in Trafford, a son of the late Edward and Agnes Cornes. In addition to his parents, Ed was preceded in death by his son Jeff. He was a graduate of both Clarion and Washington and Jefferson College with a Masters Degree in Education. He is survived by his son Scott and his wife Kathy, one daughter, Wakako Maeda, niece Nikki Scheafnocker and her husband Kevin, great niece and nephew, Alex and Sofia. There will be no public visitation. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, Pa in charge of arrangments.
