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Paul A. Wargo

December 12, 2020 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

Paul A. Wargo, age 72, of Pittsburgh, formerly of Duquesne, passed away on December 11, 2020 at UPMC Shadyside. Born in Pittsburgh on January 13, 1948, he was the son of the late Paul A. and Ethel (Koncz) Wargo Sr. A 1965 graduate of Duquesne High School, he was a retired boilermaker from Union #154 and a member of the Hungarian Reformed Church of Pittsburgh where he served on church council. He enjoyed motorcycles, was a music aficionado, was a competitive boxer, an artist, raised dogs and was dedicated to his family. He is survived by his sister, Nancy Wargo of Pittsburgh; nephew John Paul Wargo; niece Ava Wargo; friend Ray Gunn of Ft. Meyers, FL; cousins and friends. He was predeceased by his brother John (Amy Smith) Wargo of Ross Twp. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m.-12 noon on Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER-SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER-FUNERAL DIRECTOR where a service will be held at Noon with the Rev. Ilona Komjathy officiating. Burial will follow in the Hungarian Reformed Cemetery, West Mifflin. DUE TO COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS, VISITATION IS LIMITED TO 10 PEOPLE AT A TIME IN THE FUNERAL HOME.

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Pamela S. Krasman

December 11, 2020 |

By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes

Pamela S. Krasman, age 72, of White Oak, died on Wednesday, December 9, 2020. She was born on February 28, 1948 in McKeesport and is the daughter of Norma Brown Rasp of Duquesne and the late Norman Rasp.

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Barbara Lee Minteer

December 11, 2020 |

By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Barbara Lee (Abels) Minteer on Monday, December 7, 2020. She will have no more suffering from breast cancer which she valiantly fought. She was born July 23, 1939 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late John and Gladys (Schreiner) Abels. She grew up in Dravosburg and after marriage and having her children they moved to Industry in Elizabeth Township. It is here where she lived for over 50 years and created many lasting friendships. She loved sitting on her front porch and saying hello to the passersby. She enjoyed evenings on her porch entertaining neighbors and loved ones. Never learning how to drive, Barb was never one to turn down an offer to go out to eat, play cards or go to Bingo. If the wheels were turning, she was going! She was a member of the Buena Vista V.F.D Ladies Auxiliary and also worked the voting polls on Election Days.

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Virginia T. Link

December 11, 2020 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Virginia T. Link, age 89, of McKeesport, died December 10, 2020, at The Grove at Latrobe. Born April 29, 1931, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Donaciano and Sanjuana (Jimenez) Yanez and the wife of the late Raymond E. "Eddie" Link.

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Patricia M. Shaffner

December 11, 2020 |

By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Patricia M. Shaffner, age 73, of Whitaker, died December 9, 2020, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born April 2, 1947, in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Johanna (Karkoska) Kusek and the wife of the late Robert Shaffner.

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Barbara Opat

December 11, 2020 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

Barbara Opat, age 67, of the Rosedale section of Verona, formerly of Duquesne, passed away on December 10, 2020, at home.  Born in Vinski Vrh, Croatia on October 21, 1953, she was the daughter of the late Dragutin & Marica T. (Tomas) Spudic. Barbara was a retired clerical worker for the Croatian Fraternal Union for 40 years, a member of St. Joseph Church, Verona, longtime member of the former Sacred Heart Parish, McKeesport and a 1973 graduate of Serra High School. She loved the outdoors, walking, yoga & the Tamburitzans. She was the beloved wife of Michael Opat for 46 years; mother of Susan (Jeff) Ezykowsky Sr. of West Mifflin and Nicole (Michael) Zalac of Harrison City; “Mimi” to her two grandchildren Jeffrey Ezykowsky Jr. and Brooks Zalac; sister of John Spudic of North Huntingdon and Walter (Valerie) Spudic of Pine Richland; and aunt of Charley & Eddy Spudic. There will be no visitation. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph Church, Duquesne, on Saturday, December 12, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. with the Rev. Michael Conway officiating. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin.  Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

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Karen Lee Polakovic

December 11, 2020 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

Karen Lee Polakovic, 63, formerly of West Mifflin, passed peacefully on December 9, 2020, in her sleep, from this world to the next. She was the daughter of the late Irene (Matola) and Stephen Francis Polakovic, both of whom she lovingly cared for in their home at the end of their lives. She was a graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania, with a degree in Special Education. She made a positive impact on the many children with special needs that she taught throughout her long teaching career.  She also was a massage therapist and instructor. She loved to play the french horn and to sing alto. She was a terrific dancer. She enjoyed reading Nancy Drew books, playing scrabble and taking long walks. She adored her family, especially the children. She is survived by her sisters, Stephanie (Edward) Glazar, Laura (Derek) McNeill, Melissa (Domenic) D’Andrea, brother Mark (Bethanne) Polakovic; many nieces, Sarah, Renee, Allison, Celeste, Mallory and Liliana D’Andrea; nephews, Spencer and Trevor; great nephews, Zach Glazar and Elijah; one great niece, Audrey and many, many, many cousins. Vichnaya Pamyat!  Memorial mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, December 14, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Gregory Nazianzen Roman Catholic Church, Zelienople, 16063. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 412-466-3300. The family suggests a donation to Special Olympics PA in her memory, www.specialolympicspa.org/support/donate-now

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Denise Hilliary

December 10, 2020 |

By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home

Denise Hilliary, 62, died suddenly Dec. 4, 2020 at AHN Jefferson Hospital.

Denise was affectionally known as “Niecy” to her closest friends and family. She was born in McKeesport, Pa but was raised and continued to call Clairton, Pa home until she departed. Denise was educated in the Clairton education system, graduating from Clairton HS in 1975 and capped her education by graduating from the ICM School of business shortly after. Denise spent the past 43 years working for Bank of NY Mellon as an Infrastructure Operations Analyst where she was a linchpin for the team.

Denise was a dedicated mother and grandmother. She treasured her children and embraced them and everyone she held close with the love and affection that they required. She is survived by her two daughters, J’Nece (Grady) Nixon, Cierra Hilliary; Two sons, Larry (Crystina) Ferguson, Emmanuel Cottrell; 6 Grandchildren (Trentin, TaNyia, Taj, Tijair, Lexington & Lennox. Sister to Jannice, Jeffery and Jamie, as well as an Aunt to many nieces and nephews.

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Janice Kirkman Street

December 10, 2020 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Janice (Cline) Kirkman Street, age 84, of Elizabeth Township, passed away on Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at home. She retired after 12 years of service as the office manager for Nisar Health & Human Services and was a former secretary for 10 years at Sunray Electric in McKeesport. She was a member of Park Baptist Church in Versailles, where she was active with the Christian Girls Sunday School Class, a choir member for more than 40 years, and did home missions. She was president of the American Baptist Missionary Women, member of the Jolly Seniors, and the Central Highlands Gospel Singers for 15 years.

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Harry L. Lindamood

December 10, 2020 |

By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home

Harry L. Lindamood, 76, of Duquesne, died Dec. 9, 2020.  He is the son of the late Frances (Cheney) and Harry Lindamood.  He is survived by his beloved wife Cathy (Dovichin) Lindamood; daughter Sherry Lindamood; son Skip (Kathy) Lindamood; grandchildren Brittany and Brandon;  great granddaughter Charlotte Rose; brother James (Janice) Wise and sister Antoinette (Anthony) Ferrieri.  Harry was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Duquesne, where he worked.  Friends received Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne, Tues. from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8.  A funeral service will be held Wed. at 11am with Pastor John Gropp at Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home. Interment following Jefferson Memorial Park.

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John J. Gogoel Jr.

December 10, 2020 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

John J. Gogoel Jr., age 78, of Blaine Hill, passed away on Monday, December 7, 2020 at Anna Lisa's A Touch of Home Personal Care Home. An Army veteran, he was a retired steelworker for U.S. Steel Irvin Works in West Mifflin. He was a member of St. Michael Parish in Elizabeth Twp. and a former member of the Blaine Hill Volunteer Fire Co. He was a fan of Pittsburgh and all local sports. Born November 15, 1942 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late John J. Gogoel Sr. and the late Anna (Faer) Gogoel. He is survived by his sisters, Elizabeth G. (the late Thomas) Beeler of Elizabeth Twp. and Gloria M. (Ed) Duval of Liberty Borough; nieces and nephews, Tom, Ron and Chris Beeler, Elaine Taylor, Cathy Berkley, Amy Yurkovich, Eddie Duval, Keith Duval and Dana DeCecco; 16 great-nieces and nephews; two great-great nieces and nephews; also, numerous cousins. The family would like to give a special thank you to the staff and caregivers at Annalisa for the compassionate care shown to John. Visitation and Mass of Christian Burial were private. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

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Laurel Pershing

December 10, 2020 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Laurel "LJ" Pershing, age 76, of Blaine Hill, passed away on Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at Family Hospice & Palliative Care. She retired after 42 years as a secretary for H.J. Heinz Co. in Pittsburgh and was also a secretary for the G.C. Murphy Co. in McKeesport. Her last job was a school bus driver for the Thomas Jefferson School District.

She was a member of the Goldwing Club Chapter E in Belle Vernon, the Elizabeth Twp. and Clairton Lions Clubs, and the senior centers in Olympia Shopping Center and West Newton. Born September 15, 1944 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late William H. and Edith (Krah) Hathaway.

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Anna Marie Gillott

December 09, 2020 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Anna Marie Gillott, age 87, of North Huntingdon died December 8, 2020 in Allegheny General Hospital. She was born May 24, 1933 in Adamsburg, a daughter of the late William and Vida Steiner. Anna Marie was a member of St. Agnes Church and was devoted to her faith. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and often referred to them as the magnificent seven. She cherished time spent with family.

She was a 1951 graduate of Sewickley High School, Hermine and a 1954 graduate of the Presbyterian School of Nursing. Prior to her retirement, she was employed as a registered nurse at Mercy Hospital, Briarcliff, St. Anne Nursing Home and a private duty nurse.

 

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William G. Protz

December 08, 2020 |

By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes

William G. Protz, age 71, of White Oak, died on Tuesday, December 8, 2020. He was born on February 22, 1949 in McKeesport and is the son of the late William and Mary Vinanski Protz and the husband of the late Kathleen McAuliffe Protz. William was a machinist for a number of steel plants in the area for many years.

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Carol Kondrosky

December 08, 2020 |

By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Carol Kondrosky, age 71, of White Oak, passed away peacefully on December 3, 2020, with her family by her side. Born September 19, 1949, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Anna (Kish) Kondrosky.

Carol was a judicial secretary for the Court of Common Pleas of Allegheny County and the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. She was a member of the Mary Mother of God Parish and the Croation Fraternal Union Lodge 146.

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