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Ann S. Guza

August 23, 2024 |

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

Ann S. Guza, age 88, of Fairview Park, Ohio, passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, August 18, 2024. She was born on July 18, 1936 in Gadsden, Alabama and was the daughter of the late Clarence Wilson and Evelyn (Porterfield) Jones. She moved to Clairton as a teenager where she eventually met and married the love of her life, the late Theodore "Ted" Guza. They raised their family and lived loyally and happily together until his passing in 1990. Ann worked for Three Rivers Bank as a Vault Supervisor for 30 years. Most remembered for her loving devotion to her family, particularly her grandchildren, and her love of animals, her skill in cross stitch, sewing, and quilting beautiful things which she passed down to her family. She enjoyed working crossword puzzles and brain teasers.

 
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Sean P. "Moose" Malloy

August 22, 2024 |

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

Sean P. “Moose” Malloy, age 53, of Mt. Washington, formerly of Duquesne, passed away on Wednesday, August 21, 2024. Born in McKeesport on November 13, 1970, he is the son of Fred Malloy of Elizabeth, PA and the late Nancy (McDonough) Malloy. He was a mail handler at U.S.P.S. Warrendale, a member of St. Philip Church, Crafton, was a computer geek, and enjoyed camping and driving. He was a veteran of the Navy, serving on the USS O'Brien during the Persian Gulf War.

Sean is the beloved husband of Tracy Schweitzer for 20 years and father of Isabella Malloy, at home. Besides his father, he is also survived by foster sons Adam “AJ” Ehrlichman of Brookline and Anthony Urban; brothers Kevin Malloy of Elizabeth, Michael Malloy of Elizabeth, Joe (Maribeth) Malloy of Carroll Twp., and Martin Malloy of Elizabeth and nieces Marissa, Melanie and Aubrei Malloy. He was predeceased by his sister, Noreen Malloy. 

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, from 1-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR. Remembrance of Sean will be during his visitation. A presentation of Military Honors will take place at 7:30 p.m., during the visitation.

 


Jayshaun A. Whitaker

August 21, 2024 |

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

Jayshaun A. Whitaker, 21, died August 17, 2024. Arrangements are in care of Robert A. Waters Funeral Home. Friends will be received from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday, August 26, 2024, at Trinity Church of God in Christ, 2216 Jenny Lind Street, McKeesport, PA 15132, where a funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 27, 2024. Interment will follow at McKeesport & Versailles Cemetery.

 


Jamar Antonio Bethea

August 21, 2024 |

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

Jamar Antonio Bethea, 45, of McKeesport, was born March 23, 1979, in Pittsburgh, PA. He was the beloved son of Glenn Griffin and Theresa Bethea. Jamar departed this life peacefully on August 14, 2024, at his residence in McKeesport, PA.

Jamar attended the McKeesport area school district where he graduated. Jamar had a love for culinary arts, and he used his skills to work in various restaurants around the Pittsburgh area. Where he enjoyed learning from each establishment how to cook numerous entrees. His last place of employment was the Golden Coral in Monroeville, PA., where he managed cooking as the Grill Master. He loved to cook for his family and friends. We were blessed to have a personal Chef!

He was also very talented in drawing. He had an artist’s eye for the beauty of what he saw and drew it into a beautiful work of art. Jamar could draw anything!

Jamar was Baptist at an early age at Christ temple where he received Jesus Christ as his personal Lord and Savior.

 
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Robert "Bob" Terrence Williams, Sr.

August 21, 2024 |

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

Robert "Bob" Terrence Williams, Sr., 54, of McKeesport, passed away Wednesday, August 21, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He was born June 24, 1970 in McKeesport and was the son of the late James Terrence Williams, Sr. and the late Geraldine Lynn (Pickford) Williams. He was a gypsy soul, who was always on the move. Bob was a lover of music, no matter the genre and enjoyed going to concerts. He was a very personable and happy person, who loved his friends and family, especially his kids and grandchildren. He will be greatly missed. 

 
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John E. Cain

August 21, 2024 |

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

John E. Cain, age 74 of North Huntingdon, passed away on August 20, 2024, at Forbes Hospital.  He was born on June 25, 1950 in Greensburg, a son of the late Paul Richard and Mary Elizabeth Stankowich Cain.  John was a 1968 graduate of Franklin High School prior to his service in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War.  Prior to his retirement, John was employed as a metallurgist at the Bechtel Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory in West Mifflin. John was a member of St. Agnes Church and also an avid outdoorsman. He always looked forward to hunting, fishing, and camping.  He was a talented woodworker and loved to work on new projects.  In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his brother, Dennis Cain.  He is survived by his beloved wife, Carol Kistler Cain, one son, John Cain, one daughter, Christine Buhr (Kenny), one sister, Sandra Hood, and two grandchildren, Charlotte and Hank.  Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon PA, on Friday from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 


Florence Ganchuk

August 21, 2024 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

Florence “Flo” Ganchuk, 97, of Glassport died Tuesday August 20, 2024. She is the daughter of the late Joseph and Martha (Wisniewski) Jablonski and beloved wife of the late Steve Ganchuk. She is survived by her daughter, with whom she lived with,  Kathy (Bob) Miskanin of Glassport; sons Steven (Judy) Ganchuk of Liberty Boro, and Tom (Debra Ann) Ganchuk of Austin, TX; grandchildren, Aaron, Bethany, Kristin, Steven, Michael, David, Jennifer, Luke, Perry and Jospeh; also many great grandchildren and great great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her sister, Virginia Wiech.  Flo was a cafeteria worker for South Allegheny Elementary School in Glassport and a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish.  We would like to thank Family Hospice for all the help they have given us but especially Chaplin Marlena, our nurse, Tracy and Tela, our aide.  We would also like to thank Norma for everything she has done for us.  Friends will be received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8. A funeral mass will be held Friday 10:30am at Queen of the Rosary Church with Father Tom Burke. Interment following at Calvary Cemetery.

 


Dorothy M. Brookhouser

August 21, 2024 |

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

Dorothy M. Brookhouser, 98, of Gibsonia, formerly of Elizabeth Township, passed away Saturday, August 17, 2024 surrounded by love and her family. She was born November 18, 1925 in Huntington, WV. She was the daughter of the late Charles L. and Margarette (Metzler) Boyer. She was the wife of the late Charles W. Brookhouser who passed away September 3, 2001. Dorothy was a member of the Boston United Methodist Church and the choir. She was also part of the Butler's Ladies Golf League and the Elizabeth Forward Community Chorus. She was a volunteer for Meals on Wheels and the former Preschool for Exceptional Children. She was a Bomb Inspector at the Christy Park Works during WWII and had received certificates for her service to the war effort. She was a retired dental assistant working 30 years for Dr. Charles Jones. Dorothy saw beauty in everything expressing that joy as an amateur artist in painting and poetry. 

 

 
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John F. Burek

August 20, 2024 |

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

John F. Burek, age 76, of North Versailles, died August 19, 2024, at Select Specialty Hospital McKeesport.  Born October 23, 1947, in Chicago, IL, he was the son of the late John and Paulina (Korzeniski) Burek.  John worked for Westinghouse in Quality Control and was an Army Veteran.  He enjoyed spending his leisure time playing darts and pool, sharing a cold beer with his friends, and listening to the music of Elvis Presley, whom he adored.  A devout Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates fan, John found joy in cheering on his favorite teams during game days.

 
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Timothy Zalac

August 20, 2024 |

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

Timothy Zalac, age 59 of Elizabeth Township, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family  on Tuesday, August 20, 2024.  Born January 14, 1965 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Steve and Dorothy (Yuhas) Zalac.  Timothy was a member of Bricklayers and Allied Craftsmen #9, current owner of Rinnie's Place in Perryopolis, and former owner of The Sweet Spot Bakery in Rostraver Plaza.  He is survived by his wife Kimberley (Harris) Zalac; his daughters Virginia "Boomchadakizmo" and Jennie "Bobennie" Zalac; his sisters Sandra Boden, Michelle Concha, Connie Rossetti, Stephanie Boden; his brothers David, Craig, Gerald Fortney, Stephen; his brother-in-law Chuck Harris; and nieces and nephews.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother James Fortney.   Friends will be received in the Daniel F. Bekavac Funeral Home, Versailles, on Friday, August 23, 2024 from 2 PM to 4 PM and from 6 PM to 8 PM.  A prayer service will take place in the funeral home on Friday, August 23, 2024 at 7:30 PM.  Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

 


Paul Joseph Chernicky

August 20, 2024 |

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

Paul Joseph Chernicky, 83, of Trafford, passed away on Monday, August 19, 2024. He was born August 16, 1941 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Joseph and Helen (Popovich) Chernicky. Paul recieved a bachelor's degree from Youngstown State University. He was a Licensed Real Estate Appraiser for many years, an avid golfer and member of Youghiogheny Country Club, and loved American history and living in Pittsburgh, cheering for the Steelers.

 
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Park W. Tarbell

August 20, 2024 |

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

Park W. "Bill" Tarbell, age 91, died August 17, 2024, at Riverside Care Center of McKeesport.  Born July 13, 1933, in Braddock, PA, he was the son of the late Park W. and Grace (Jarvis) Tarbell and the husband of the late Mary Jane (Ethridge) Tarbell.  Bill retired from the B & O Railroad, where he worked for over 45 years.
He was a veteran of the United States Navy, serving our country for over 40 years.  He was a member of the White Oak American Legion Post 701, the Renzie Seniors, and a former member of Kephart United Methodist Church in McKeesport.  Bill enjoyed a monthly wing night with his Navy friends at Gianna Via in Caste Village, duck pin bowling in the Archer League in Glassport, and visiting family in Missouri.  He also enjoyed golfing, puzzles, cards, and trips to the casino.

 
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Robert L. Rollason

August 19, 2024 |

By Administrator | Posted in: James F. Kutch Funeral Home - Crematory

On Friday August 16, 2024, Robert L. Rollason, age 63, of North Versailles passed away.  Loving son of Margaret (Hoffman) Rollason and the late Robert Rollason.  Dear nephew of James Busch.  Cousin of Jesse (Erin) Busch, Rachael (Kathy) Morgan, and Max Busch.  Robert was a graduate of East Allegheny High School.  He retired from S&S Transportation. No visitation, service private. Arrangements are in care of James F. Kutch Funeral Homes & Crematory.

 


Paul Rito Ceresa

August 19, 2024 |

By Administrator | Posted in: Obituary

Paul Rito Ceresa, of North Versailles, peacefully passed on Satuday, July 27, 2024, the eve of his 96th birthday, with his loving family at his side.  He was the devoted husband of the late Teresa (Zamosky) Ceresa. Loving father of Paul D. (Mylah Rakoff) Ceresa, James (Kim) Ceresa, Sharon “Shari” Smith, and Chris (Michele) Ceresa. He was known as “Poppies” to everyone, particularly, Paul Jeremy Ceresa, Brittany (Chuck) Coley, Daniel Rakoff, Ivy (Jason) Karlin, Adrian (Andrew) Miller, David Ceresa, Lindsay (JR) Pusey, Michael (Lisa Kornick) Smith, Rachel (Ben) Eaton, Christopher Ceresa, and Elainna Ceresa. He is also survived by 8 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, and friends.

Paul was a proud U.S. Army Veteran who served his country during the Korean War. He was a beautiful artisan stone mason and electronics technician. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, the Wilmerding Moose, and Sub Alpine. Paul was truly dedicated to his family and left a lasting legacy of love.

Arrangements were in care of Alfieri Funeral Home, Inc., 201 Marguerite Ave, Wilmerding, Pa 15148, 412-824-4332. Please visit us at www.alfierifuneralhome.com for online condolences.

 


Ralph E. Schillaci

August 19, 2024 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

Ralph E. Schillaci, 76, of Elizabeth, died Aug. 18, 2024 at home surrounded by his dearest loved ones.  He is the son of the late Ralph and Mary (Pensenstadler) Schillaci.  He is survived by former wife Penny Schillaci; daughter Stacy (Mark Kelley) Schillaci; son Anthony Schillaci; his grandson, whom he adored more than anything, Kayden Kelley; sisters Judy (the late Ralph) Johnson and Josie (the late Frank) Soldate; his beloved dogs Keisel and Kali; Cousins Dan Schillaci; Don Schillaci; Joe Schillaci; & Lou Schillaci; as well as his numerous nieces and nephews .  He was preceded in death by sisters Terry (Jim) Webber and Marilyn (Nick) Borrelli.  Ralph was an avid golfer with a pure passion for the game. He was a member of the Sons of Italy and took great pride in his profession (& family) at Kaiser Permanente, his Italian heritage, his hometown of Glassport, and his amazing community of friends. Family was truly everything to Ralph and he always made sure his loved ones knew that.
Friends will be received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Sat. from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8