August 11, 2020 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Patrick M. “Mick” Mains Sr. age 52, of White Oak, passed away on August 9, 2020, at home. Born in McKeesport on May 28, 1968, he was the son of the late James and Patricia (Zuzo) Mains.
He did restoration work for Boyer-Pentek, graduated from Duquesne High School, where he played baseball, liked playing softball, canoeing & fishing, and being with family.
He was the husband of Cynthia “Cindy” (Boot) Mains for 31 years; father of Patrick M. Mains Jr., Anthony J. (Megan) Mains, Katelyn P. Mains, all at home, Morgan (Alexander) Martin of Clover, South Carolina and Jackson Mains of Elizabeth; brother of Judy (Daryl) Black of White Oak, Terry Mains Minnick Ball of New Florence, Robert “Fudd” (Sharon) Mains of McKeesport, James Mains of McKeesport, David Mains of McKeesport and Michael Horchata of Rural Valley.
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August 11, 2020 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
John M. Murray age 94, of Scott Twp. formerly of West Mifflin, passed away on August 9, 2020 at Woodcliffe Manor, in Bethel Park. Born in Duquesne on October 6, 1925, he was the son of the late Michael and Catherine (Davin) Murray. He was a retired general superintendent of the Bar Mill at U.S. Steel-Duquesne Works.
He was a graduate of Duquesne University in 1943, a member of St. Therese Church of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, the Knights of Columbus #955, the McKeesport Elks, and the Homestead V.F.W. He proudly served his country in the Army Air Corp during World War II.
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August 11, 2020 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Louise E. Ervin, age 94, of North Huntingdon, formerly of North Versailles, passed away Saturday, August 8, 2020. She was born January 6, 1926 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Paul and Esther Eves. She was a waitress and Benedict’s Hotel in Pitcairn and Drew Menas Restaurant in North Versailles. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her sisters June, Jean and Doris; and her brother Sonny. She is survived by her children Glenn (Kathy) Ervin, Scott Ervin and Dennis (Shirley) Ervin; grandchildren; great grandchildren; and great-great grandchildren.
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August 11, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Cheryl Lynn Thompson Coleman died August 5, 2020. She was born on July 11, 1957, in Chicago, Illinois, the second of three children to the late Robert F. and Doris S. Thompson.
No one knew the profound impact this child would make or leave on so many lives, but GOD knew. She was raised with the core values of putting God first then family.
Cheryl accepted the Lord at a very early age. She loved the Lord so much and fulfilling our Grandfather’s wishes she pursued and received a Certificate of License to preach the Gospel of Ministry in 2005, followed by obtaining her Certificate of Ordination in 2006 from Bethlehem Baptist Church, McKeesport, PA, where she delivered her first sermon as an Associate Minister, the beginning of several to come. Up until the time of her passing, Cheryl was actively coordinating and planning church functions, occasionally teaching a computer class or two.
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August 10, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Steven W. Kolodziej, Sr., 65, of Forward Township, lost his valiant battle with Non Hodgkin's Lymphoma on Sunday, August 9, 2020. He was born July 23, 1955 in McKeesport. Steve was the former proprietor of Lucky Dawgs Doggie Daycare. He enjoyed gardening and being outdoors with his faithful pup Maggie, and having a Coors Lite with his many friends.
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August 10, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Robert Louis Brown, 93, of White Oak, passed away Sunday, August 9, 2020. He was born August 3, 1927 in Willock, PA and was the son of the late John Chizer and the late Alberta (Curry) Miller. He was a US Navy Veteran serving in WWII as a Radarman on the USS Boxer CV-21 Aircraft Carrier. He worked at the former Bell Telephone Company and later AT&T. He was a member of The American Legion 701 in White Oak, The Polaris Masonic Lodge in McKeesport and The Frank Gun Cub in Buena Vista. He was also a shriner and a Scottish Rite Mason. Robert was an avid golfer and hunter, and was a Pittsburgh sports fan, most notably having Steelers season tickets for many years.
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August 10, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Sally Jane Graham, age 81, of Rostraver Twp., died at home on Monday, August 10, 2020. She was a beloved aunt, caring friend and born-again Christian. She was a substitute teacher in the West Jefferson Hills School District for many years and a lifelong member of the Crossroads Community Church (Beulah Baptist) of Jefferson Hills. Born May 19, 1939 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Edward Walter and Hazel (Lloyd) Graham. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Irma (David) Graham; nieces, Susan (Richard) White and Marilyn (Neil) Morton; niece-in-law, Elizabeth (Mark S.) Graham; nephews, Larry (Beverly) Graham and Alexander Keith Graham; five great-nephews; and great great-nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers, Edward and David; sister, Hazel Check; brother-in-law, Peter Check; and nephew, Mark S. Graham.
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August 10, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Charles G. "Chillers" Dragos, 94, of Greenock, passed away at home on Saturday, August 8, 2020. He was born February 12, 1926 in Glassport and was the son of the late Charles and Mary (Boderna) Dragos, Sr. He was a member of St. Mary's Romanian Church, Christy Park, the Glassport Sons of Italy, Elizabeth Township Ex-serviceman's Club, and the Versailles Croatian Club.
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August 10, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Mary Ann Rabickow, age 84 of Clairton, passed away at home on Sunday, August 9, 2020. Born May 30, 1936 in Atlasburg, she was a daughter of the late Andy and Mary B. (Pachucka) Rabickow. After moving to Clairton in 1950, Mary Ann was member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish (St. Clare of Assisi Church), worked as a bookkeeper for the former Busy Beaver in Clairton, retired as a secretary from Clairton City Hall in 1998, and, after her retirement, worked part time for Three Rivers Bank in Large and the Clairton City FCU. In her spare time, she loved to bowl, could not wait to go to the casino, and had a green thumb, particularly with her mums and tomatoes. Mary Ann is survived by her sisters Andrea Shawley of Brentwood and Linda Kutsenkow of Clairton; her sister-in-law Martina Rabickow of Whitehall; her nieces and nephews Christine Wallace, Ricky Rabickow, Michael A. Shawley, Amy and Leslie Kutsenkow, and Patrick Shawley; three great-nieces; and three great-nephews. Besides her parents, Mary Ann was preceded in death by her brother Nick Rabickow, her long time companion Andy Gregg, and her nephew Nicky Rabickow.
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August 09, 2020 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Albert W. Getlak Jr., age 77, of White Oak, passed away August 9, 2020, at UPMC East. Born October 1, 1942, in Braddock, he was the husband of Carol (Cooper) Getlak and the son of the late Albert W. Sr. and Julia (Hubaly) Getlak.
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August 09, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Earl J. McElhinny, age 87 of Buena Vista, Pa died August 8, 2020 in Mercy Hospital. He was born May 30,1933 in McKeesport, Pa., a son of the late James and Elizabeth Griffin McElhinny. Earl was the owner/operator of McElhinny Barns and Landscaping. He was a member of the Holy Family Church in West Newton where he sang in the church choir, and helped at spaghetti dinners. He enjoyed attending Steeler camps. Earl was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served during Korea. He was preceded in death by his son, Larry and one brother James. He is survived by his daughter, Lori Pappalardo (Christopher), sister in law, Pat McElhinny, three sisters, Sister Betty McElhinny ( Sister Elizabeth), Sister Mary Theresa McElhinny (Sister Vivian), Florence Kane, daughter in law, Julie McElhinny, 6 grandchildren, Justin, Eric Brandon, Bryce, Danny and Josh, along with nieces and nephews.
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August 08, 2020 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Catherine Alice Yunecko, age 86, died Saturday, August 8, 2020. She was born on March 17, 1934 in Turtle Creek. She is the daughter of the late Martin and Catherine Obronowich Golobic, and the wife of the late George Yunecko.
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August 08, 2020 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Peter Mortakis, age 75, of North Huntingdon, died Thursday, August 6, 2020. He was born in McKeesport on July 6, 1945 and is the son of the late Nicholas and Elizabeth Haney Mortakis.
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August 08, 2020 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Peter Joseph "PJ" Mayfield, Jr. age 30, of Glassport, passed away Sunday, August 2, 2020. He was born October 7, 1989, in McKeesport to Peter Mayfield, Sr., and Joann (Carr) Mayfield, of Glassport. He was the loving husband of Emma Katherine (Harrison) Mayfield and loving father of Morgan Mayfield (Mother) Jessika Lacivita, Haylee Holmes and Ashlee Harrison.
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August 08, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Diana M. Drobac, age 84 of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Friday, August 7, 2020. Born March 14, 1936 in Duquesne "below the tracks," she was a daughter of the late Gavrisha and Marija (Boban) Medich. A 1954 graduate of Duquesne High School, Diana worked as a secretary for Bell Telephone in McKeesport. She was a member of St. Sava's Serbian Orthodox Church in McKeesport, the former St. Mary's Serbian Orthodox Church in Clairton, and its Serbian Sisters Circle. Diana was also a member of the American Legion Auxiliary of Clairton and the F.U.D.S. Card Club. Previously, she was a Kolo dancer with her husband for the former Balkan Dance Group, which performed at The Syria Mosque and Kennywood. She was also Miss Serbian Day at Kennywood Park in 1958 and, in her spare time, enjoyed harness racing and slots at the Meadows. Diana is survived by her husband Milan "Jerry" Drobac, Jr.; her children Milana Drobac of Jefferson Hills and Michael (Amanda) Drobac of Yardley; her grandchildren Nicholas Kye, Michaela, and Camila Drobac; numerous nieces; nephews; great-nieces; great-nephews; and many Kumovi. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her four siblings Zvonko, Alex and Gabriel Medich and Yelena Cheke.
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