September 29, 2021 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Jane Louise (Harrison) Strong, 80, of Carlisle, formerly of Shafton, North Huntingdon Township, passed peacefully on the morning of September 20, 2021 surrounded by family. She was born October 6, 1940 in Braddock, the devoted daughter of Albert E. Harrison and Dorothy Marie (Buchanan) Harrison. Jane Louise grew up in North Versailles, graduating from Westinghouse Memorial High School in 1958. She then attended Shadyside School of Nursing earning her Registered Nurse credentials in 1961 and devoted her life to nursing with her eventual retirement from Family Home Health Services, Monroeville, where she was the Director of Restorative Services.
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September 29, 2021 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Rochelle (Shelly) Denise Williams, 53, was born May 2, 1968, in Pittsburgh, PA. She was the beloved daughter of Yvonne (Buckner) Smith and the late John Richardson. Rochelle departed this life on September 23, 2021, in Pittsburgh, PA. She was preceded in death by her father, John Richardson.
Shelly was a 1986 graduate of Taylor Allderdice High School and attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania. She was employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in the Public Welfare Department.
Shelly had a vibrant personality and an infectious smile that lit up every room she walked in and touched every person she encountered. She was a fashionista who enjoyed shopping and being in the company of others. Shelly loved to laugh and have a great time. She was a devoted wife and mother whose children brought her great joy.
She was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church where she served on the J. Harold Hayes Scholarship Committee and the Esther Project.
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September 28, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Darla A. Hilliard, age 82, of Pleasant Hills, died Sunday, September 26, 2021. She was born in Pittsburgh on September 12, 1939 and is the daughter of the late Earl and Dorothy Schillinger Hilliard.
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September 28, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Robert C. Ferguson, age 74, of White Oak, died on Monday, September 27, 2021. He was born in McKeesport on June 14, 1947, and is the son of the late Robert Clyde and June Williams Ferguson.
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September 28, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Marjorie J. Ekin, age 89, of Gibsonia, formerly of White Oak, peacefully passed on Monday, September 27, 2021. She was born in New Castle on May 20, 1932 and is the daughter of the late Charles and Elsie Derr.
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September 28, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Beverly M. (Zemkosky) Petrak, age 72, of Clairton, passed away on Monday, September 27, 2021, at Southwestern Nursing Center. She was a Data Entry Technician.
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September 28, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Dawn R. Lloyd, age 57, of Glassport, passed away on Monday, September 27, 2021 at UPMC McKeesport. She was a former bartender and waitress at Glassport American Legion and La Romana in Glassport, and she loved bingo. Born April 27, 1964 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of Judy (Marynchak) Lloyd of West Elizabeth and the late Norman Dean Lloyd. In addition to her mother, she is survived by her sons, Kameron Dean (Becca Rollings) Lloyd of Canonsburg and Kevin Lloyd of Glassport; sisters, Dina Nagy of Jefferson Hills, Deanna (Shawn Sr.) Mooney of Elizabeth Twp. and Danielle (Matthew Reed) Lloyd of Greenock; brother, Kenneth Marsh Jr. of Elizabeth; stepmother, Faith Marsh; also, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
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September 28, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Howard Hose, age 94, of McKeesport, died September 19, 2021, at Riverside Care Center. Born September 18, 1927, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Howard and Ella Hose and the husband of the late Eleanor (Hudak) Hose.
Howard worked for the McKeesport Candy Company for many years. He was a United States Army Veteran. Howard was a huge Pittsburgh Sports fan and enjoyed having coffee and catching up with the guys.
Howard is survived by his son, Thomas Hose; grandson, Justin Hose; and great-grandson, Austin.
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September 27, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Dorothy J. Bishop, age 88, of White Oak, died September 24, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport. Born August 13, 1933, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Blanche (Olszewski) Wise and the wife of the late Martin "Marty" Bishop, Jr., for 50 years.
She was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, where she was a Christian Mother. She was a graduate of Westinghouse High School. In her early years, she worked as a secretary at Westinghouse Electric of East Pittsburgh. Dorothy also worked at the former White Oak Marraccini's and the former Golden Rule. She enjoyed going for walks around her neighborhood and was a very loving and caring person.
Dorothy is survived by her son, Donald Bishop of Irwin; sister Dolores Mols of McKeesport; also many nieces and nephews.
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September 27, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
David J. Suncine, age 78, of White Oak, died September 22, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born September 7, 1943, he was the son of the late Peter and Margaret (Stotler) Suncine Serdy and husband of Margaret (Pallagi) Suncine.
David was a mechanic most of his life took pride in his work. He always loved being in the garage, whether it was restoring old cars, working on his 1964 Ford Ranchero, or going to local car cruises.
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September 27, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
John A. “Freddie” Neeson, age 79, of Elizabeth, passed away on Friday, September 24, 2021 at home. He was a retired truck driver with Waste Management and Kelly Run Sanitation and a former deckhand with Ohio Barge Line. He was a member of the Elizabeth Moose, a social member of the Elizabeth Fireman’s Club and a former member of St. Michael’s Church. Born December 29, 1941 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Adrian Paul and Florence (Patton) Neeson. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Frankie E. (Dobbins) Neeson; sons, John A. (Sherrie) Neeson of California, Eric P. (Michelle) Neeson of Oregon and Mark A. (Michele) Neeson of Sidman; step daughters, Marti (Mike) Gommerman of Charlotte, NC and Kelly (Robert) Emerick of Rostraver; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; brother, Russell M. (Sharon) Neeson of Elizabeth; caregiver and loving granddaughter, Caroline (Eric) Wilson of Liberty Boro; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by siblings, Paul “Mike” Neeson and Ruth Finney; and his beloved dog Elvis. No visitation or services are planned. Memorial contributions may be made to DaVita Dialysis, 201 McKeesport Road, Elizabeth, PA 15037. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
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September 25, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
James Snyder, age 83 of Elizabeth and formerly of Clairton, passed away on Thursday, September 23, 2021 in Jefferson Hospital. Born February 25, 1938 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late William H. and Mary P. (Earley) Snyder. James was employed as a roofer in the area. He is survived by his son Wayne Holland of Zephyrhills, FL, his sister Joanne Donovan of Verona, and also many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, James was preceded in death by his son James R. “Hymie” Holland; his sisters Shirley Powell and Mary K. “Honey Girl” Zwibel; and his brothers William H. Snyder, Jr., Robert Snyder, and John Snyder.
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September 25, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
John Paul Byrnes, December 26, 1916-September 23, 2021, of West Mifflin. Three months shy of his 105th birthday, John passed away peacefully, surrounded by his daughters, on Thursday, September 23, 2021. John was preceded in death by his wife, Marjorie (Horten) Byrnes of 57 years, his parents, Emmett and Marie Byrnes and eight of his ten siblings, Bill (88), Andy (97), Betsy Gill (85), Bob (104), Elaine (100), Joe (91), Richard (28) and Jimmy (85). Those left behind to celebrate his life are his three daughters, Pam (late Rick) DeBor of South Park, Joyce (Bob) Dowd of Canonsburg and Rita Byrnes of West Mifflin; granddaughter, Heather (Kevin) Pazandak and two great grandsons, Everett and Nolan Pazandak of Rogers, MN; and his two remaining siblings, Patrick of Ohio and Carmine Lieb of Nicktown, PA. As a young man, John worked in the coal mines of Hastings Fuel Company, drilling, setting charges and blasting coal. In January 1942, at the age of 25, John enlisted in the Army Air Corps. He was assigned to the 35th Materials Squadron, stationed in Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes and Central Europe. He was honorably discharged with the rank of Sergeant in November 1945, having received a Good Conduct Medal, American Campaign Medal, European African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal, 4 Bronze Stars and the WWII Victory Medal. In 1948, John and Marjorie moved to Duquesne and eventually West Mifflin where John worked for the USS Irvin Works until he retired. John lived a long life, which was ironic as he cheated death on numerous occasions. Quarantined four times in his lifetime for the Spanish Flu of 1918, diphtheria, scarlet fever and more recently Covid 19. He was also a 20 plus year survivor of colon cancer. John showed his family how to persevere in difficult times as he lived through the depression, a World War, and most recently a Pandemic. Dad, know that your daughters appreciate all the sacrifices you and mom made for us, that we will miss you, but, most of all, that you are Both loved. Until we meet again, may God hold you Both in his loving arms. Visitation will be held on Sunday, September 26, 2021, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300. Blessing service will be held at the funeral Home on Monday, September 27, 2021, at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph Church of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, Duquesne, at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be at St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin, with Military Honors.
September 24, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Joudat "Umoo, Jody" Hadad, 89, went to be with the Lord and his loved ones on September 19, 2021. He is survived by his three brothers and two sisters, several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Jody was loved by all. Although he had no children, he treated them like his own. He was more than just Umoo. He was like a father, brother, friend, mentor, a pillar of strength, ambitious, humble and wise beyond his years. His work was endless and, often times, thankless. Umoo was a well-respected man; he was the head of the family. Jody was born in Syria. He married Virginia and moved to Versailles, Pa., in 1956. He and his wife made a life in Pa. for eight years, working in the florist and restaurant industries. In 1964, they moved to Va., where he opened his first restaurant and later turned it into a music store, Jody's Music. Fifteen years later, he built and operated alongside his brother, Abdalla, their own music and auto sound store. Jody had such a love and passion for Arabic music that he performed in his free time on his "oud" with his band. He loved playing for family and friends, whether it was on holidays or SNL in his home.
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September 24, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Michael D. Dujmic, age 71 of White Oak, passed away at home on Thursday, September 23, 2021. Born August 3, 1950 in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Matthew M. and Barbara A. (Milasincic) Dujmic. A graduate of both Serra High School and Penn State University, Michael was a travelling auditor for G.C. Murphy's in McKeesport who also worked for Penn State - Greater Allegheny, Norwin Construction, and TRC. In his spare time, he was a member of the McKeesport Historical Society and a Volunteer at the Greater Pittsburgh Food Bank in Duquesne. Michael is survived by his wife of 36 years Marsha (Whiting) Dujmic; his sister JoAnne A. (Larry Brugnoli) Moore of North Huntingdon: his nieces and nephews: Ryan (Yeganeh) and Kevin (Colleen) Moore, Jessica (Josh) Otto, Jana Pavlack, Lauren Holman, and Jimmy Homer; his great-nieces-and-nephews Tyler, Mason, Jaxson, Wyatt, and Landon; his mother-in-law Dollie (the late Raymond) Whiting of Elizabeth; and his sister-in-law Carolyn W. (the late James) Homer.
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