Deborah A. "Debbie" Ackerman
January 25, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Norbert Piekut
January 25, 2021 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Norbert Piekut, 81, of Glassport, died Jan. 24, 2021. He is the son of the late Peter and Sophie Piekut. He is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Kathleen (Bulger) Piekut; son Jeffrey (Christine) Piekut; daughter Kimberly Jeffrey) Stoner; grandchildren Zachary Piekut, Victoria Piekut and Logan Stoner; great granddaughter Amelia Piekut; brothers Thomas Piekut, Gerard (Wendy) Piekut and Gregory Piekut; brother-in-laws Jack (Lisa) Bulger and Billy (the late Patsy) Pierce; also nieces and nephews. Norbert did corporate insurance for over 40 years, was a member of Queen of the Rosary Parish, Holy Name Society, former usher and choir member, member of the PNA in Glassport, Lions Club, Glassport Senior Citizens and was the past treasurer of the Glassport Developement Corp. A funeral mass will be held Sat. 11:00 am at Queen of the Rosary Parish in Glassport. Funeral arrangements by Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport.
Rita Jean Cook
January 25, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Rita Jean Cook, 80, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, January 23, 2021. She was born January 5, 1941 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Ruggier) Pozzuto. She was the wife of the late James Kemp Cook. Rita was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish - St. Patrick Church, Christy Park. She had worked for Liberty Candy and the former Mon Valley Petroleum. She is survived by sons, Scott J. (Haley Mosqueda) Cook of Sutersville and Kemp M. (Dana Barber) Cook of North Huntingdon, grandchildren, Christopher, Joshua and Nakita Cook and Antwan and Shawntrale Crosby, great-grandchildren, Evan and Ava Cook and Alana Crosby, brother, Donald (Barbara) Pozzuto of McKeesport, sister, Betty (Dan) Mains of Port Vue, sisters-in-law, Jean Pozzuto and Annetta "Netta" Pozzuto of Elizabeth Township and Lynn Pozzuto of Weston, FL, and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Michael, Ralph, and John "Jack" Pozzuto and sister, Geraldine "Sis" Pozzuto. Private family visitation and funeral service will be held at the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. The Rev. Vincent P. Velas will be officiating. Interment will be at Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Township. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
Christopher James Classic
January 24, 2021 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Christopher James Classic, 61 of Dravosburg, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 23rd, 2021 surrounded by his children. He was born in McKeesport on October 7th, 1959 to the late Joseph W. Jr. and Harriet A. (Michalski) Classic. Christopher was preceded in death by his loving wife of 31 years, Stephanie Classic, as well as his brother Joseph W. the 3rd. He is survived by his sister Diane (Tom Churchill) Classic of Monessen, his children Crystal (Ryan Markosky) Jeznis of Ft. Myers Fl, Breanne (John) Morabito of Bethel Park, Jamie (Michael) Merlino of Clairton, his grandchildren Landon Markosky and Christopher Merlino, Granddog Loui, his beloved cats Kitty and Binx, and many nieces and nephews.
Marie G. Cecchini
January 24, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Marie G. Cecchini, 93, of Greenock, formerly of McKeesport, passed away Saturday, January 23, 2021. She was born June 9, 1927 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Andrew and Helen J. (Jobe) Carney. Marie was the wife of the late Emidio G. Cecchini, who passed away January 11, 1978. She was a longtime member of Mary, Mother of God, Corpus Christi Site. She was active in politics her whole life and was a committee woman for McKeesport for several years. She worked as a magistrate secretary in McKeesport office for 25 years, was an avid bingo player and loved the casino. Marie loved to go out to eat, go dancing and listening to music, her favorite songs were "All Night Long" by Lionel Ritchie and "In The Mood" by Glen Miller.
David R. Wippich
January 24, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
David R. Wippich, age 53, of McKeesport, died on January 23, 2021. He was born in Jefferson, Missouri, on May 1, 1967 and is the son of Edward Snickner and Lily Wippich.
Mary Pauline Revak
January 24, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Mary Pauline Revak, age 85, of McKeesport, died January 23, 2021, at home. Born March 25, 1935, in Marion County, WV, she was the daughter of Raymond and Nancy (Shreere) Winemiller and the wife of the late William Revak.
Mary was retired from Laidlaw Transit Services as a school bus driver and truly loved her job. She traveled anywhere and everywhere she could. Mary made sure to visit several casinos during her travels. Her family knew her as the Queen Baker and taught all of them how to bake. Mary made the best lady locks and other treats like cookies and chocolates. She enjoyed doing crafts of any kind and doing her crossword puzzles. Mary was very loved by her family.
John S. Canova
January 24, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
John S. Canova, Sr., age 66, of Christy Park, died January 21, 2021, at UPMC Shadyside. Born July 8, 1954, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Sam J. and Virginia (Groff) Canova.
John was currently working at West Mifflin High School, where he was a security guard. He was a US Army veteran serving during the Vietnam War. John was a member of the VFW Post 914 'Intrepid' West Mifflin. He had a passion for collecting, trolling flea markets, building models and old movies.
Geraldine M. Solano
January 23, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Geraldine M. Solano, age 75, of White Oak, died January 19, 2021, at home. Born May 4, 1945, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Peter Joseph and Julia Elizabeth (DiNino) Solano.
Geraldine retired from Mann's Home Medical Products as a medical biller. She received her Associate's degree in Accounting from CCAC South. Geraldine was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, St. Angela Merici site. In her free time, she enjoyed going to eat with her friends and celebrating their birthdays together.
Geraldine is survived by her brother, Francis (Carol) Solano of Renfrew, PA, many nieces and a nephew.
Anthony "Tony" B. Koontz
January 23, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Anthony "Tony" B. Koontz, age 55 of Clairton, passed away on Thursday, January 21, 2021. He was a Marine and Industrial Sales Representative for Sherwin Williams, Eastern Region, a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Clare Church in Clairton, and a US Army Veteran. In his spare time, he coached Clairton youth recreation football and baseball for many years, was a motorsport enthusiast, and loved motocross and his Harley-Davidson. Tony was known as the “Fig Whisperer” after proudly and successfully growing one in his yard. He loved to garden and looked after any youths that needed his help and will be remembered as a loving husband and father. Born July 21, 1965 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late Randall Koontz Sr. and Judith Piasente (Melvin) Long of Clairton. Besides his mother, he is survived by his wife Nicole (Saputo) Koontz; son, Bryson A. Koontz of Clairton; brothers Randall (Ruth) Koontz, Jr. of Donora, Christopher (Brenda) Koontz of Mount Pleasant and Brian (the late Erin Pittman) Koontz of Clairton; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Thomas L. Andrew
January 23, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Thomas L. Andrew, 76, of West Mifflin, passed away Friday, January 22, 2021. He was born December 2, 1944 in McKeesport and was the son of the late William A. and Edna (Hager) Andrew.
Thomas Edward Tancibok
January 23, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Thomas Edward Tancibok, 67, of Versailles, passed away Tuesday, January 19, 2021. He was born November 17, 1953 in McKeesport and was the son the late Albert and Madeline (Oshea) Tancibok.
Claudia Sue Geary
January 22, 2021 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Deaths Elsewhere
A bright light went out of our lives on Christmas Day when Claudia Sue Geary ended her journey here with us. After a short stay at Halifax Medical & Brooks Rehab. in Daytona Beach, she was briefly at Halifax Hospice in Port Orange. Claudia was born in 1949 in McKeesport, Pa, graduated from Clairton High School and matriculated at California University in Pennsylvania for her Bachelor's degree.
Although a Volusia County resident for over 40 years, she maintained close ties to her McKeesport friends and relatives and for many years attended annual reunions. Claudia enjoyed exploring her family history and genealogy, which led to her being installed in 2014 into the Jane Sheldon Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR).
Claudia's professional career was devoted to assisting both parents and students in financing higher education. She was Director of Student Financial Aid at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Associate Director of Student Financial Aid at University of South Florida in Tampa and for Bank of America assisted colleges & universities throughout the southeastern region. She was also past President of the Florida Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (FASFAA). Claudia enjoyed knitting, contributing numerous items to friends, relatives and charitable groups. Cooking, sharing recipes and landscaping were also favorite hobbies.
Patricia M. Grainger
January 22, 2021 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Patricia M. Grainger, 90, a resident of Walden’s View Personal Care, North Huntingdon, formerly of Clairton, died Wednesday, January 20, 2021. She was born May 19, 1930 in New Castle, a daughter of the late Howard F. and Margaret (Walls) Rowland.
She was a member and longtime children’s choir director for Pine Run United Methodist Church, Clairton. She was a very talented person singing, dancing, and playing the drums, and performing with her late husband Gordon Grainger with the Yankee Doodle Dandies.
They performed in many civic centers and parades, and entertained at nursing homes.
Vincent Gelser “Vinny” Crane
January 22, 2021 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
