October 08, 2024 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Stella R. Hall, age 90, of White Oak, died October 5, 2024, at Kane Community Living Center in McKeesport. Born September 25, 1934, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Agnes (Blank) Taylor and wife of the late Robert J. Hall. When her children were young, the family would take camping trips to Prince Gallitzin State Park and other areas, pitching a tent for weeks. She was a past cook at the White Oak American Legion and a former member of the St. Mary German Church in McKeesport. Stella was always looking for a good deal at second-hand stores and garage sales.
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October 08, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Mary Louise Orlando, 83, of McKeesport passed away Friday, October 4, 2024. She was born May 14, 1941 and was raised in McKeesport by the late James and Gertrude (Canfield) Gabriel, Sr. She was the wife of 58 years to the late Salvatore Thomas Orlando, before his passing in April 2019. Mary Lou was best known for her contagious laugh, remaining positive through the toughest of times, and her unparallel strength to overcome the odds. Her greatest joy in life was spending time her family during summer vacations at the Jersey Shore, holiday gatherings, Sunday dinners, and grilling in the backyard. Mary Lou worked hard her entire life - caring not only for her children and grandchildren, but as a compassionate Nursing Assistant at McKeesport Hospital for 20 years. Later in life she enjoyed working the front desk at De Blasio's Designs where she always greeted people with a smile and made many long-time friends.
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October 07, 2024 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Joseph Karl Gajdos, age 77, passed away on Sunday, October 6, 2024. He was born on November 30, 1946 to his parents Steve (Pete) Gajdos and Anne (Magdic) Gajdos. A lifelong resident of the Duquesne-West Mifflin Annex area. He married MaryAnn Novosel on February 15, 1969. Joe was employed at USS Duquesne Works from 1965-1983, in the Maintenance Planning and Development Department. He was then employed at Westinghouse Nuclear Services business unit where he worked as a nuclear parts specialist, product planner, and customer service representative at the New Stanton campus from 1984 until he retired in 2009. Joe served in the US Army as a specialist E5 helicopter mechanic from 1966 until 1968 when he was honorably discharged. He served in the 55th Maintenance Battalion in Camp Humphrys, Korea.
Surviving him is his wife MaryAnn, his daughter Stephanie (late Spank) Zabelsky of Duquesne, PA, his loving grandchildren Jenna (fiancé, Alex Weber) and Jake Zabelsky of Duquesne, PA, his sister Kathy (Dennis) Rakowski of South Park, PA and his beloved dog Xena. He was a member of the Croatian Fraternal Union (Duquesne-Lodge 320), the American Croatian Club of Duquesne, the TM Social Club of Duquesne, and the Pine Run Outboard Club of Bunola, PA. Joe enjoyed boating the 3 rivers with his family and close friends and attending the picnics at Aleo Lake. He also enjoyed golfing with his friends on Mondays and Thursdays at Butler’s Golf Course in Elizabeth, PA.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 10, 2024, from 1-6:30 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. A Funeral Service will be held at the end of visitation at 6:30 p.m., with Rev. Nick Mastrangelo, officiating. Presentation of Military Honors will follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to CFU Scholarship Foundation, 100 Delaney Dr., Pittsburgh, PA 15235.
October 07, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Pamela Jo Nasal, 72, of New Eagle, passed away on Saturday October 5, 2024. She was born on November 14, 1951 in Scott Haven and was the daughter of the late William and Belva (Matthews) Keener. Pamela enjoyed playing bingo and going to the Monongahela Senior Center. She especially loved spending time with her granddaughters.
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October 07, 2024 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
David A. Bryner, age 75, of Port Vue, died October 5, 2024, at home. Born November 30, 1948, in Uniontown, PA, he was the son of the late David Bryner, Jr. and Theresa (Sanzone) Bryner and the husband of the late Tawney (Langett) Bryner for 21 years.
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October 07, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Stella E. "Buga" (Slavick) Smith, age 88, of Forward Twp., formerly of Elizabeth and West Mifflin, passed away on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at Bethel Park Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She retired after 25 years as a rural letter carrier for the U.S. Postal Service in Clairton then Elizabeth. She was a member of St. Andrew the Apostle Parish, Monongahela. She enjoyed flowers, gardening, cooking, baking, and trips to the casino with family and friends, but most of all she loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Born February 17, 1936 in Elizabeth, she was a daughter of the late Paul M. and Stephanna (Anjeski) Slavick and wife of the late Francis Gilford "Smitty" Smith. She is survived by son, Ralph G. (Kathy) Smith of Forward Twp.; daughter, Kathy Smith of Forward Twp.; grandchildren, Amanda (Chris) Michaels of Forward Twp. and Nicole Smith of Greensburg; great-grandchildren, Peyton Michaels, Easton Michaels and Xxaiver Grubbs; siblings, Joann Weiss of Jefferson Hills, Patricia Wedel of Pleasant Hills, George (Judy) Slavick of Elizabeth Twp. and Michael Slavick of Belle Vernon; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by son, Robert P. Smith, and siblings, Mary Catherine Soukovich, Phyllis Martin, Margaret "Peggy" Roberts, Marion McKernan, and John, Joseph and Paul "Puddo" Slavick. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Wednesday, October 9, 2024 from 4-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 10 AM in St. Andrew the Apostle Parish, Monongahela. Burial will follow in Jefferson Memorial Park, Pleasant Hills. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
October 07, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Judith Anne (Hilton) Kuzman, age 86 and a long time resident of Bethel Park, passed away on Thursday, October 3, 2024. Born February 25, 1938 in Patterson Heights, Beaver Co., PA, she was the only child of the late Harold E. and Elizabeth (Tucker) Hilton and spent her childhood in Mt. Lebanon. Judy worked for the Bethel Park School District for 20 years in various positions and was a former president of the Bethel Park VFD Ladies' Auxiliary, a former chairman of Bethel Park Recreation, and will be remembered for dedicating her life to the youth of Bethel Park. She was proud to be one of the first Candy Stripers at St. Clair Hospital where she met her husband when he was there as a patient.
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October 06, 2024 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Carol Ann Carter, age 84 of North Versailles died October 4, 2024 at Kane Regional, where she resided for the past 5 years. Born March 17, 1940 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Alice (Bauerschmidt) Lang, and the wife of the late Joseph Carter.
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October 05, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Joseph “Joe” Petras of North Huntingdon died October 3, 2024. He was born February 24,1932 in East Pittsburgh, Pa. Joe was a veteran of the Army serving in the 5th Army area during the period after the end of the Korean War and start of the Vietnam war achieving the rank of SP5. He was actively involved in electrical maintenance of the Nike Ajax Missile Defense system. Prior to his retirement in 1994, he was employed by Reliance Electric Co. for 35 years as a Senior Electrical Field Service Engineer. After retirement, Joe was an Electrical Consultant at Cleveland Price Inc. for 22 years. He was a member of Saint Agnes Church, and was very active in polka dancing throughout the years and did extensive video filming of the events for others to enjoy. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years Bernadine and brothers John and Steve. Joe is survived by his four sons, John (Jennifer), Bill (Diane), Robert( Marianne), Barry (Amy), grandchildren Tyler, Jared, William Ray, Angel, Christy, Mitchell, Andrew, Veronica, 4 great grandchildren and brother William Petras. Services will be private followed by interment at Good Shepherd Cemetery. Donations can be sent to Meals on Wheels. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon in charge of arrangements.
October 05, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Virginia Walsh, of North Huntington, passed away peacefully at the age of 90 on October 4, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was born on March 1st, 1934, to Frank Di Brango and Maria Di Brango (Foglia) in Pittsburgh and grew up in the neighborhood of Larimer, where she met her late husband John ‘Jack’ Walsh. They had four children, John Walsh, Jerry Walsh, Ginger Schmidt (Walsh), and Frank Walsh. Virginia grew to be an avid Pittsburgh sports fan, having watched many seasons with her late beloved son-in-law, Mike Schmidt, and family. But watching her grandchildren grow on the soccer and baseball field, volleyball court, and theatrical stage gave her the greatest joy. She touched many by the beautiful blankets she knitted, a cherished hobby that warmed both the body and the soul. Virginia is survived by her two sons and daughter, Jerry, Ginger, and Frank (Teresa Bucco), and six grandchildren, Kelly Walsh, Mike Schmidt (Lisa Schmidt), Steve Schmidt (Miranda Schmidt), Andrew Walsh, Jack Walsh and Coleman Walsh, and three great-grandchildren, Landon, Tenley, and Brooks. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son John Walsh, and son-in-law Mike Schmidt. Visitation will be Monday from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A funeral Mass will take place on Tuesday at a time to be announced at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church with Father Mike officiating. Interment will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
October 05, 2024 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Joan Algeri, age 82, of Versailles died October 4, 2024 at her home. Born August 19, 1942 in Coulter, she was the daughter of the late Harold J. and Caroline (Trijanowski) Boullion and the wife of the late David Algeri.
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October 04, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Bernice Margaret Bosniak, age 91, of North Huntingdon, PA, died on Friday, October 4, 2024. She was born in McKeesport, PA on May 9, 1933 and was the daughter of the late James and Margaret Faix Thomas. She was the wife of the late Robert J. Bosniak, who died on August 9, 2006. Bernice was a wonderful grandmother who enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family and friends.
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October 03, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Marie F. (Brenning) Giel, age 77, of Elizabeth, formerly of Jefferson Borough, passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at UPMC Shadyside. She was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth,Twp. She had a blue belt in Taekwondo and loved gardening, sewing and crafting. Born May 14, 1947 in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of the late Lloyd and Frances M. (Kredatus) Brenning and wife of the late Daniel A. Giel. She is survived by sons, Dennis R. (Jayme) Giel of Elizabeth and Daniel Giel of Elizabeth; grandchildren, Kylie, Gianna, Andrew and Emily; numerous brothers and sisters; special friend, Amber Black; also, nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by son, Andrew Giel. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Friday, October 4, 2024 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 10 AM in St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church with the Rev. Thomas J. Burke officiating. Private burial will take place at Calvary Cemetery, Pittsburgh. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
October 03, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Michael Charles Popko, age 68, of Clairton, passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at Jefferson Hospital. He was a retired electronics technician for US Steel Clairton Works. He was a member of House of Faith - The Barn in West Newton where he was very active, and he loved antique cars and restoration. Born December 30, 1955 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Michael J. and Anna (Kedulich) Popko. He is survived by his sisters, Michelle (Tim) Pryzbylski of Elizabeth Twp. and Patricia (Paul) Waronsky of Elizabeth Twp.; brother, Gregory W. (Karen) Popko of Pittsburgh; nephew, Brian Pryzbylski; niece, Kristina (Blake) Papalia of West Palm Beach, FL; great-nephew, Jordan (Megan Cartia) Tour; great-niece, Gianna Tour; dear friend, Dan Wood of Pittsburgh; also, nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by niece, Jennifer Tour. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Sunday, October 6, 2024 from 3-7 PM. A funeral service will take place on Monday, October 7, 2024 at 12 Noon in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Conrad Duncan officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to the House of Faith, 111 Taylor Road, West Newton, PA 15089. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
October 03, 2024 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Jason R. Massie, age 42, of North Huntingdon, died on September 30, 2024, at UPMC East Hospital of Monroeville. Born March 24, 1982, he was the son of the late Robert E. Massie and Janet (Ken) Fiddler Shutley and the husband of Laura (Martin) Massie for over 18 years.
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