March 09, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Raymond G. York, age 93 of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Thursday, March 4, 2021 at Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh. Born April 7, 1927 in Clairton, he was a son of the late Andrew and Rose M. (Lutheran) York. A member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish – St. Clare of Assisi Church, Raymond received an associate’s degree from Carnegie Tech and retired as a draftsman for US Steel’s Clairton Works. He was also a Veteran of both the US Navy and Army, serving respectively in World War II and the Korean War. Raymond was very active with the Daniel Keffer Post #75 of the American Legion in Clairton, serving as its past commander, chaplain, and financial officer. He also helped many times as a Scoutmaster for his sons’ BSA Troops when they were younger. In his spare time, Ray enjoyed rooting on the hometown Steelers and Pirates. He is survived by his wife of 69 years Rita (Belinski) York; his children Randall (Mary) York of Dormont, Monica King of Stow, OH, and Richard York of Pittsburgh; his grandchildren Jennifer York of Reston, VA, Maureen (J.W.) Johnson of Carnegie, Becca Tracy of Nashville, TN, and Brett (Lauren) Tracy of Seattle, WA; his great-grandson Beck Johnson; his sister Rosemary Armstrong of Syracuse, NY; and also nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Raymond was preceded in death by his brother A. Kenneth York.
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March 09, 2021 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Russell Pishko, 69, of Glassport died Sunday March 7, 2021. He is the son of the late Anthony and Mary (Hopey) Pishko. He is survived by daughter Michelle Pishko; son Anthony Pishko; granddaughter Makenna Hayden; brother Michael (Kathy) Pishko; and ex-wife Vicki Trunzo. Russell was a member of the Mckeesport Boys and Girls Club in his younger years and worked as a mill worker for many years. Arrangements by Wojciechowski Funeral Home.
March 08, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Joseph F. Skalican, age 95, of West Mifflin, passed away on March 8, 2021, at Harmar Village Care Center-Cheswick. Born in Duquesne on March 20, 1925, he was the son of the late Michael and Anna (Meschanik) Skalican. He was retired from U.S. Steel-Duquesne Works as a Motor Inspector, was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Trinity Church, West Mifflin, a member of their Men’s Club, worked at the Church fish fry for many years, and he proudly served his country in the Army Air Corps during World War II. He enjoyed taking care of fruit trees, his vegetable garden, and flower beds & hedges, liked to go dancing and was an avid coffee drinker. He was the beloved husband of the late Mary Veronica (Dudash) Skalican; father of Juliann F. Skalican and her husband, Geoffrey Crowe of Penn Hills; grandfather of Julia Marion Crowe (Adam); and is also survived by in-laws, Donald Rausch and Margaret Forsythe and many nieces and nephews.
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March 08, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Andrew J. "Drew" Fedorka, age 69, of Elrama, passed away on Saturday, March 6, 2021 at Jefferson Hospital. A retired glass cutter for Guardian Glass in Floreffe, he was a member of the Clairton Hunting & Fishing Camp (CHF) and enjoyed his motorcycles and shooting guns. Born September 4, 1951 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Stephen and Mary J. (Vavra) Fedorka. He is survived by his son, John M. (Caroline) Sedor of Stoneham, MA; four grandchildren; sisters, Mary Ann Staymates of Blacklick, Anna Magill of Elrama and Margaret Ann (Richard) Earnest of Finleyville; companion, Cheryl Charles; beloved dog, Shade; also, nieces, nephews and cousins.
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March 08, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Angela Storch, age 80 of Conneaut Lake and formerly of Greenock, passed away on Sunday, March 7, 2021 in UPMC Hamot Hospital, Erie. Born May 25, 1940 in Croatia, Angela was a former caregiver and former member of both St. Dennis Parish and Mary, Mother of God Parish - St. Patrick's Church. She is survived by her husband Harry A. Storch, her daughter Nancy (Barry) Kieffer of Conneaut Lake, her grandchildren Norris Kieffer and Kristie Redden, her stepdaughter Linda Storch of Elizabeth, and her step-grandson William (Melissa) Dixon. Angela was preceded in death by her first husband William Klasnick and her son William Klasnick, Jr.
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March 08, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
George A. Johnson, Jr., 90, of Newport News, VA, formerly of Port Vue, PA, passed away Sunday January 17, 2021. He was born September 19, 1930 in Ellsworth PA, and was the son of the late George A. Johnson, Sr. and Helen (Moore) Johnson. He was the husband of the late Ruth Shirley (Coburn) Johnson, who passed away May 13, 1994. George was an Army Veteran of the Korean War. He later worked for 25 years at Equibank and then for the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board for 10 years. George was also a member of the Lions Club in Port Vue, PA.
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March 08, 2021 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Craig S. Boyce, 61, of Glassport died Saturday March 6, 2021. He is the son of the late Donald and Mary (Mercer) Boyce. He is survived by his wife Robin Grimes; children Christa Kettler, Jessica Lesher, and Jay Pipp; grandchildren Dustin, Rylee, Karlee, Samantha, Ashlyn, Isabella, and Kaitlyn; step-daughters Heather Brady and Holly Baranowski; siblings Donald Boyce Jr., Valerie Stephenson, Diane Boyce, Rocky Boyce, and Keith Boyce. He was preceded in death by sisters Cindy Desiderio and Donna Bearden. Craig was an avid fisher and loved the outdoors and his dogs Tupac and Lady. Arrangements by Wojciechowski Funeral Home.
March 07, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Beatrice Contrella, 102, of McMurray, formerly of Elizabeth Township, passed away Saturday, March 6, 2021. She was born December 6, 1918 in Blythedale and was the daughter of the late Beniamino and Zaira (Ferrari) Ruozzi. She was the wife of the late Deano Contrella who passed away in 1981. Beatrice was the Office Manager of the former Metlife in McKeesport and had also worked for the former Union National Bank accounting department.
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March 07, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Barbara B. Brady, 80, of Sewickley Township, passed away Sunday, February 21, 2021. She was born December 9, 1940 in Braddock and grew up in East McKeesport. She was the daughter of the late William Beck and Ruth (Eckenrode) Beck Aiton. Barbara worked at the University of Pittsburgh before raising her family, later returning to work at the former Daily News in McKeesport and the former Baldock nursing home in North Huntingdon where she enjoyed playing the piano for the residents. She was a member of The Church in Sutersville and the former Sutersville Presbyterian Church. Barbara loved going to the ocean throughout her entire life and was able to see, and touch, the ocean for the last time in December. Barbara, most of all, loved spending time with her family and was very proud of her grandchildren, often traveling to celebrate birthdays, attend soccer matches, band and orchestra concerts, dance recitals, and high school and college graduations.
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March 07, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Lana R. Wisniewski, 77, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, March 6, 2021 at UPMC East, Monroeville. She was born September 1, 1943 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Chris and Beatrice (Emmert) Miletti. Prior to her retirement, Lana was the activity director for Briarcliff Pavillion and a member of St. Agnes Church. She was a member and past president of Joyful Bloomers Garden Club and was a former volunteer at St. Angela’s and Serra High School. She is survived by her husband, Walter Wisniewski; son, Jason Wisniewski; daughters, Christine Mayersky and her husband, Timothy and Holly Wisniewski; brother, Chris (Susan) Miletti; grandchildren, Ava Wisniewski, Justin Mayersky, Brandon Mayersky and Aaron Mayersky. Friends will be received on Tuesday 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 Wednesday at 10 a.m. in St. Agnes Church. Interment to follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
March 07, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Dana L. Marchand, 50, of North Huntingdon passed away Saturday, March 6, 2021 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. She was born March 26, 1970 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of Robert and Joyce (Novotny) Cortese. Dana was a graduate of Norwin Sr. High School Class of 1988, earned her Master's Degree in Education from Chatham University and was a floral designer for Gongaware and Parry Florist. She was a member of St. Agnes Church and enjoyed gardening. She is survived by her loving husband, Dr. R. Patrick Marchand; son, Dominic Smarra; daughter, Taylor Mikula and her husband, Zachary; mother-in-law, Ruth Ann Van Dyke and her husband, Tom; sister, Gina Egolf and her husband, Gary; nephews, Jake and Anthony; and niece, Syndney. Friends will be received on Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. and Wednesday 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 Thursday at 10 a.m. in St. Agnes Church. Interment to follow in Irwin Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Brain Aneurysm Foundation, 269 Hanover Street, Hanover, MA 02339, www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
March 06, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Dolores Jean Hess, age 93, of North Versailles, died March 5, 2021, at UPMC St. Margaret Hospital. Born August 4, 1927, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Clyde and Marie (Dorr) McDevitt and beloved wife of the late Ronald James Hess. Dolores was a life time member of the Evangelical Congregational Church in McKeesport. She enjoyed solving crossword puzzles, knitting beautiful afghans, and caring for her plants.
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March 06, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Joseph "Joe Joe" Maksin, Jr., age 63 of Elizabeth Twp., passed away at home on Friday, March 5, 2021. Born July 27, 1957 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Joseph and Dorothy "June (Beeler) Maksin. A longtime member of the Local #1058 Laborers Union, Joe Joe is survived by his wife of 42 years Jane Ann (O'Donnell) Maksin; his son Joseph (Jamie) Maksin, III of Elizabeth Twp; his granchildren Joseph, Lucas, and Noah; his brothers Earl (Sandy) Maksin of Long Island City, NY, David (Debbie) Maksin of Clairton, Kevin Maksin of Jefferson Hills, and Dean (Tammy) Maksin of Clairton; his sisters Carla (Bob) Matyasovsky of Jefferson Hills and Mari Anne Maksin of Clairton; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and in-laws. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers James, Dennis, and Robert Maksin and his sisters Penny Loera, Cheryl Jenkins, and Janet M. Campbell.
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March 06, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Daniel Gary "BIG DANNY" Foster, age 72, of Meadville, formerly of McKeesport, went ALL IN on pocket aces and busted on March 3, 2021, in Meadville, PA. He was born in Pittsburgh on February 5, 1949. He was the son of the late Thomas and Elizabeth (Wissman) Foster and the LOVING husband of Hope (Dunn) Foster for 44 years. Dan retired as a property manager at Apartments Unlimited in 2003 to aggressively pursue a career as a professional gambler. He was also the wildly successful owner and operator of the legendary Dunn's Dairy in McKeesport for almost 20 years. Big Danny could flip a burger like no other, "The DUNNBURGER", and could play a mean game of pinball. He was a graduate of Serra Catholic High School after successfully digging graves to pass Latin. Dan was a US Army veteran and toured in Korea. He was known for many things throughout his life. Dan had an incredible sense of humor and an uncanny way to make you laugh at will. He was a role model to many, a rock of stability, and a fierce family man. He enjoyed playing cards with his McKeesport life-long friends, Mama Pepino's cohorts, and many, many trips to the casino. He had an intense passion for coaching his Daughter Hayley's softball teams and relaxing to Doo-Wop oldies. The most important thing to Big Danny was his family's happiness. He loved and adored his precious grand-babies.
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March 06, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Anna Ulokovic, age 86, of McKeesport, died March 4, 2021, at The Grove at Irwin. Born June 27, 1934, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Libero and Marie (Cecchini) Durigon and wife of the late Victor Ulokovic. Anna worked at the family bar, the Clover Tavern, where she bartended and cooked and cared for her family at home. She loved listening to polka music on the weekend, playing bingo and enjoyed a card game of 500 with friends. She especially enjoyed her weekly Saturday movie night dates with her daughter and going out to eat a meal.
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