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July 30, 2020 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Angeline Kaloz, age 90, of McKeesport, died July 29, 2020, at UPMC East Hospital. Born September 29, 1929, in Glassport, she was the daughter of the late Sam and Fannie (Mastrianna) Mendicino and the wife of the late Ray Kaloz.
July 30, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
July 30, 2020 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Kireacos (Harry) Sotirianos, age 88 of White Oak, died peacefully at home on July 29, 2020. Born February 25, 1932, in McKeesport, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Constantinos and Marcella Sotereanos.
July 30, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Charles Wilbur Hershey, age 91 of North Huntingdon died July 29, 2020 at his home. He was born July 28, 1929 in Madison County, Indiana, a son of the late Charles Danford and Minnie Mabel (King) Hershey. He was preceded in death by his wife Verona Zofchak Hershey; brothers, George Danford Hershey and Edward King Hershey. He is survived by a sister Martha Hershey Raugh; nephews, nieces, and countless cousins. He served with the Army Security Agency, which is now under the National Security Agency. He was stationed in the Philippines during the Korean War, and was a longtime member of the American Legion. Charles was an avid genealogist and the Hershey family historian, and loved fishing and reading. He was retired from US Steel Irvin Works and a longtime member of The Lutheran Church of Our Saviour in N. Huntingdon, where he and his wife had been active in the youth program. Friends will be received on Sunday from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc., 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A funeral service will be held on Monday at 1 p.m. in the Funeral Home Chapel with interment to follow at Penn Lincoln Memorial Park with military honors. Please wear a mask if attending visitation or services. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
July 30, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Gertrude Virginia Jackson, 74, was born September 10, 1945, to the late Moylan and Grace (Willis) Turner in McKeesport, Pa. Gertrude passed away on July 25, 2020, at Jefferson Hospital, Jefferson Hills, PA. She was also preceded in death by her sister Lana Williams.
She was a life long member of First A.M.E. where she served on the Adult Usher Board and was a member of the Hospitality Committee. Gertrude worked as a Mail Clerk for Jefferson Hospital until she retired. She loved to cook, especially chicken. Her hobbies included crocheting and in her pastime, she would love to go to the casino. She was a devoted mother and grandmother.
Gertrude is survived by her children sons, Gerald Turner of McKeesport, Avanalist (Rachel) Jackson, Jr. of Hazelwood, Dwayne (Regina) Jackson of Clairton, Steven (Sonya) Jackson of Mississippi; 16 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; sisters, Delores Russell of Levittown, Norma Smith of Clairton, Sherrill Marbra of Bristol, Thymi Turner of Jefferson Hills; brother, Moylan Turner of Clairton; devoted companion, Thomas Webb; aunts, Edith (James) Worthy, Janice Watts, both of Clairton, Geraldine Jackson of Pittsburgh; uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
July 30, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Jacqueline “Jackie” Czarniecki, 25, of West Mifflin, formerly of McKeesport, passed away peacefully July 19, 2020, in her home. Born February 14, 1995, in Pittsburgh. Loving daughter of Jennifer Czarniecki and John Jones. Survived by grandmother, Jean Zebroski; aunt Jessica Richter; uncles Anthony Jaskulski and Dan Czarniecki; cousin Austin George and her countless friends. A 2013 graduate of McKeesport High School, Jacqueline was a compassionate, vibrant personality, who unconditionally loved her family, her friends, and her two dogs Bella and Fendi. Jacqueline enjoyed basketball, hanging out with her family and friends, music, and embodying the heart and soul of a people person, keeping all of those people around her flowing with joy and laughter.
July 30, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Tera Meade-Smith, 49, of Clairton, was born on March 14, 1971 to Patricia (Weatherspoon) Meade and the late Terry Meade in McKeesport, Pa. Peachcake, as she was affectionately called by family and friends, unexpectedly passed away on July 22, 2020 in her home. She was preceded in death by her son Tauveá Hurt and brother Patrick Meade of Detroit, Michigan.
Peachcake, a graduate of Clairton High School, was loved. For many years she worked as a Direct Care Specialist at Q.A.C.S. She loved people, and she shared that love while working as a Home Health Aide. She lived her life to the fullest, she was a member of the Hollywood Club Ladies Darts team.
Peachcake was a dedicated mother who loved spending time with her children, especially her grandchildren. A loving wife, who embraced spending time at home with her husband. She treasured her time with family and friends, often cooking and feeding them. Peachcake enjoyed playing cards, sitting on her porch and listening to good music. In addition to a good laugh, she loved to shop, go to the movies, and out to eat.
July 29, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Anne M. Sims, age 60 of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2020 in West Penn Hospital. Born August 22, 1959 in McKeesport, she is the daughter of Marjorie (Palumbo) Miller of Penn Hills and the late David P. Miller. A member of St. Michael's Parish in Elizabeth Twp., Anne was an underwriter for the GBU who also worked for Dowling Insurance and Bonno and Grey. Also, she proudly started and operated Red's Cleaning Service with her daughter. Besides her mother, Anne is survived by her husband Walter Sims; her daughters Marissa Sims at home and Shannon Sims of Penn Hills; her brothers Chris (Lois) Miller of Elizabeth, Mark Miller of Pleasant Hills, and Paul Miller of Charleroi; and also nieces and nephews.
July 29, 2020 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Darla Pohodich, age 60, of Elizabeth, died Sunday, July 26, 2020 at her residence. She was born in McKeesport on May 30, 1960 and is the daughter of the late Gilbert and Irene Popovich Falco. She was employed as a bartender at the Buena Vista Firehall, and previously at Woody’s Restaurant, The Carriage Inn and Rich’s Place.
July 29, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Mary Jean "Sandy" Young, 94, of White Oak, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2020. She was born August 8, 1925 in Port Chester, NY, and was the daughter of the late Donald and Marie (Sichel) Walter. She was the wife of the late George Fleming Young, Jr., who passed away June 29, 2009. Mary Jean was a member of Mary, Mother of God Church- St. Angela Parish in White Oak and the Clairton AARP.
July 29, 2020 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Ruth Ann E. Johnson, age 71, of North Versailles, died Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at her residence. She was born in Clairton on June 6, 1949 and is the daughter of the late Joseph and Olga Bachowski Lasich.
July 28, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Samantha Briana Bock, 28, of Braddock, passed away Monday, July 27, 2020. She was born October 15, 1991 in McKeesport and was a graduate of Yough High School. She is survived by her mother, Sharon (Elm) Bock, son, Dane Ethan Bock, and brothers, Christopher and Kevin Elm of Braddock. There is no visitation. Arrangements are by Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, Director. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
July 28, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Sheila A. Gamble, 66, of Dravosburg, passed away, Sunday, July 26, 2020. She was born March 6, 1954 in Pittsburgh and was the daughter of the late Matthew C. and Joan Ann (Schmitt) Long. She was a member of Bridge City Church in White Oak.
July 28, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Laurie A. Rinkes, 69, of North Huntingdon, passed away on July 28, 2020 at the William Penn Care Center, Penn Township. She was born May 5, 1951, to the late Thomas J. Logan Jr. and Lorraine McKinley Logan in Cincinnati, OH. She was preceded in death by her husband of 39 years, Richard Rinkes.
She is survived by her two sons, Daniel and his wife Katherine “Katie”, of Frederick, MD, Brian, and his wife Alicia, of North Huntingdon; adoring grandchildren Nathan, Aubrey, Julia, and Emilia; two brothers, Thomas J. Logan III of Worcester, MA, Xavier Logan of Redondo Beach, CA; and sister, Colleen Elles and her husband Ed Elles of Ardmore, OK.
While her children were school age, Laurie was a tireless volunteer at St. Agnes School, serving as a teacher’s assistant, cafeteria worker, playground monitor and librarian. Subsequently, she moved on to a career as a purchasing agent for a local company, and continued to volunteer at the St. Agnes/St. Vincent DePaul Society food bank. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church, in Irwin. In recent years, her grandchildren, who called her “Gigi”, were her passion. She continued to support charities that were close to her heart.
Friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Friday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. Saturday in Immaculate Conception Church with Father John Moineau as celebrant. Interment in Immaculate Conception Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Vincent DePaul Food Bank or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
July 28, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Emma Jean Pilipovich, 94, of North Huntingdon, passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2020. She was born October 13, 1925 in Irwin, a daughter of the late Earl and Elizabeth (Bender) Gongaware. Emma Jean was a former member of the Norwin Art League, was an avid seamstress and loved to read. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, George Pilipovich; son, Jack Proctor; brothers, James and Earl "Butch" Gongaware; and sisters, Helen Humphries and Eileen Plesniak. She is survived by her son, George Pilipovich and his wife, Cindy; daughters, Penny Pilipovich and her fiance, Bob Campbell, Marcy Burgess and her husband, Jim; daughter-in-law, Linda Proctor; and two grandchildren, Pam Pilipovich and A.J. Bergman. Friends will be received from 3-7 p.m. on Thursday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. A funeral service will take place on Friday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Entombment to follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Norwin Public Library. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
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