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Johanna M. "Hinse" Bell

August 03, 2019 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Johanna M. "Hinse" Bell, age 77, of McKeesport, passed away, August 2, 2019, at Allegheny General Hospital. Born November 11, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Adolf E. and Mary (Ivkovich) Zawilla and the wife of the late George Bell.

 
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Patricia A. Yun

August 02, 2019 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Patricia A. "Pat" Yun, age 72, of Port Vue, died July 30, 2019, at home. Born November 10, 1946, in Duquesne, she was the daughter of the late George and Rose (Madgic) Yun.

 
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Gizella "Ella" Helen Geci

August 02, 2019 |

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

Gizella "Ella" Helen Geci, age 100, died August 1, 2019, at Wexford Care Center. Born April 20, 1919, in Glassport, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Suzanne (Klamut) Czarnecki and wife of the late John Geci.

 
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Marielania Bost

August 01, 2019 |

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

Marielania Bost, 76, of North Huntingdon, passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2019, in UPMC Presbyterian. She was born Nov. 8, 1942, in West Mifflin, to the late Fred and Marguerite (Reagan) Wood Petrozza. She enjoyed the outdoors, especially swimming and hiking. She was a graduate of Duquesne High School, class of 1960. She was the beloved wife of 53 years of Harold "Archie" Bost; mother of Kathy (Harold) Bletz, of State College; grandmother of Kelly Bletz; sister of the late Donna Proud and the late Mary Lou Fisher.
Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, 2019, at MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME INC., 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, 412-466-3300, William B. Schleifer, supervisor, William Brian Schleifer, funeral director, where a prayer service will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday. Interment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin.

 


Robert Americo Belardia

August 01, 2019 |

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

Robert Americo Belardia, 82, of Buena Vista, passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2019. He was born January 24, 1937 in Buena Vista and was the son of the late Americo Michael and Adella (Krasna) Belardia. Robert was retired from US Steel National Tube Works and was a member of  Buena Vista Vol Fire Co, Elizabeth Township Sportsman's Association, Shanner Sportsman's Club and Sutersville Sportsman's Club.

 
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Robert P. "Holes" Barton

August 01, 2019 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Robert P. "Holes" Barton, age 58, died July 12, 2019, at Kane Community Living Center. Born January 1, 1961, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Darlene (Campbell) LaRue Barton.
Robert loved fishing, gardening and hanging out with friends.

 
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Cheryl (Moore) Nemerovsky

July 31, 2019 |

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

Cheryl (Moore) Nemerovsky age 62, passed away at Sycamore Estate in Duquesne on July 31, 2019 after a courageous battle with brain cancer. Cheryl was born in Pittsburgh on June 11, 1957 to the late Harry Rudolph Moore and the late Patricia (Gordon) Moore. Cheryl was predeceased by her husband and soul mate, Mark Louis “Nemo” Nemerovsky. Cheryl is survived by her sister, Carol Bee Moore; her brother, Harry R. “J.R.” Moore and sister-in-law, Leeann Moore; sister-in-law, Becky Nemerovsky; nieces, Carrie Rost Brickman (Bryan) and Stacy Rost Noll (Ryan); nephew, Sean Harrison Moore; Mark's nieces, Kandice Lee (Leonard) and Kayla Williams (Ceasar); two great-nephews and four great-nieces; and Mark's four great-nieces and nephew. Cheryl was administrator and founding partner for 31 years of Sycamore Estate Personal Care Residence. Cheryl graduated in 1975 from Elizabeth Forward High School, a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh school of Business, Duquesne University Paralegal Program and Shadyside Hospital School of Nursing; an RN and also EMT/Volunteer Treasurer of Duquesne EMS for 22 years. Visitation will be from 2-8 p.m. on Friday, August 2, 2019 at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne. 412-466-3300. Funeral services will be held on Saturday at the First Presbyterian Church of Duquesne, 719 Duquesne Blvd., Duquesne 15110. Rev. Judy Slater will be presiding. Family requests that you meet them at the church just before 10:30 a.m. for an 11:00 service. Family requests in lieu of flowers, Cheryl had wished for donations be made to McKeesport Hospital Foundation, c/o Jodie Matta Dillinger Cancer Resource Center, 1527 California Ave., White Oaks, PA 15131. 

 


Gene Wesley Errett

July 31, 2019 |

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

Gene Wesley Errett, 85, of North Huntingdon, passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2019 in Texas.  He was born August 21, 1933 in Greensburg, son of the late William R. and Hazel (Rosensteel) Errett.  Prior to his retirement from the military, Gene was an E-7 Helicopter Maintenance Supervisor for the US Army.  He was a member of Norwin Church of the Nazarene, American Legion and was an avid outdoorsman.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Mae Errett; daughter, Cheryle Hill; son, Gene Wesley Errett Jr; brothers, William R. Jr. and Homer Errett; and nephew, Ronald Errett.  He is survived by his children Paul Errett, Dale Errett, Dan Errett, Cynthia Williams, Diana Williams, Gary Williams; grandchildren, Christopher, Rochelle, Christopher, Jacqueline, Dan Jr., and Anna; and five great-grandchildren. There will be no visitation.  Interment with military honors will take place on Tuesday, August 6, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, 1158 Morgan Road, Bridgeville, PA  15017.  PLEASE GO DIRECTLY TO THE CEMETERY. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon in charge of arrangements.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 


Donald R. Szymarek

July 31, 2019 |

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

Donald R. Szymarek, age 78, of White Oak, died July 30, 2019, at Mt. Vernon of Elizabeth. Born September 5, 1940, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Stanley and Mary (Ferchak) Szymarek and the husband of Eileen (Boullion) Szymarek.

 
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Adella E. (Lucas) Mazzocchetti

July 30, 2019 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Adella E. (Lucas) Mazzocchetti, age 77, of Ardara passed away Sunday, July 28, 2019. She was born February 12, 1942 in McKeesport, the daughter of the late George and Florence Lucas. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Joseph Mazzocchetti; and brother James Lucas. She is survived by her sister-in-law Dorothy Lucas of Turtle Creek; niece Dania Riley; nephew James Lucas; and close friends Richard Rodgers and Patricia “Patti” Wentroble.
 
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Christopher J. Pastor

July 30, 2019 |

By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home

Christopher J. Pastor, 38, of McKeesport, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2019 in Jefferson Regional Medical Center. Born February 7, 1981, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of Greg and Susan Ballough Pastor. Chris worked in the airline industry as a mechanic. Besides his parents he is also survived by his paternal grandparents, John and Evelyn Pastor, a brother, Matthew Pastor, a sister, Allison (Elliot) Halley, two nephews, Sabastion Halley and Jackson Pastor, two nieces, Aubriana Halley and Kaylin Pastor, Aunts, Uncles, and cousins.

Family and friends will be received on Thursday, August 1, 2019 from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M.in the William S. Skovranko Memorial Home, Inc., Richford and Commonwealth Ave., Duquesne. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Friday, August 2, 2019 in the Memorial Home with Rev. Daniel Sweeney as celebrant.

 


Edward Michael Moonis

July 30, 2019 |

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

Edward Michael Moonis, age 69, of White Oak, died Saturday, July 27, 2019.  He was born in McKeesport on December 6, 1949 and is the son of the late James Edward and Zona McCarthy Moonis. Edward served during the Vietnam Era in the Marines.  Until his retirement, he was a firefighter for the County of Allegheny which included working at Greater Pittsburgh Airport and Allegheny County Airport. His hobbies included turning some wrenches and making some sawdust.

 
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Joseph Borrelli

July 30, 2019 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Joseph Borrelli, 98, Life-long resident of Glassport, passed away on Tuesday, July 30th, 2019 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. He was born September 26th, 1920 to the late Nicolangelo and Giulia Borrelli. Joseph was the loving husband of the late Sally Sulesky. He is survived by his daughter Mary Ann (Joe) Maher of Endicott, N.Y., grandchildren: Eric (Michelle) Maher of Endicott N.Y., Beth (Tim) Fives of York, Pa., and Patrick (Shivani) Maher of Santa Barbara, California. Great-grandchildren: Julia, Ethan, Natalie, Kathryn and Joshua, and many nieces and nephews. Joseph was preceded in death by his brothers, Louis (Stella), Anthony (Marie), Vincent (Susie), and Nick (Marilyn), and sister Mary (Duane) Molinaro. Joe served in the Navy in the Caribbean during World War II, as a Radio Operator for the Air Control Tower. He was also previously employed at P&LE Railroad, Peoples Gas company, and owned Borrelli’s Café for 32 years in Glassport. He was a member of the Glassport American Legion, Sons of Italy (past president 3 times), and faithful member of the Queen of The Rosary Church. He was a world traveler, and he enjoyed making homemade wines, cooking, and spending time with family and friends at gatherings. Family and friends will be received on Sunday, from 12-6, at: E.C. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Ave, Glassport, PA 15045. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Monday at 10 am, at Queen Of The Rosary in Glassport, followed by interment at Saint Mary German Cemetery in McKeesport. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to: Queen Of The Rosary Church, 530 Michigan Ave., Glassport, PA. 15045. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.

 


Harry Lee Jeffers

July 30, 2019 |

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

Harry Lee Jeffers, age 78 of Clairton, passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2019 in Jefferson Hospital.  Born July 28, 1941 in Floreffe, he was a US Army Veteran and worked at J&L Steel's South Side Works in Pittsburgh, the Yorkshire, and McDonalds.  He is survived by his wife of 29 years Mae Ann (Lazur) Ward; his sisters Dawn Walker and Debbie Simkin; and also nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Harry was preceded in death by his siblings Howard Jeffers and Janet Werner.  Funeral arrangements for Harry are private at the request of his family.  Memorial contributions in his name should be made to either the American Heart Association, 444 Liberty Ave., #1300, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 or South Hills Pet Rescue, 15 Old 88, South Park, PA 15129.

 
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Michael Spearnak

July 30, 2019 |

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

Michael Spearnak, age 97, of Cedar Grove, New Jersey, formerly of McKeesport, died July 26, 2019, at Morristown Medical Center. Born March 3, 1922, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late John and Kathryn (Kaleta) Spearnak.

 
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