January 27, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Vickie J. Powell, 70, of Duquesne, daughter of the late Jean Neal, passed away on January 24, 2020 at home. Vickie was born on February 11, 1949 in Bolton, NC. She was a devoted wife to Charles Powell. She was a Nursing Assistant at UMPC McKeesport. As a member of Payne Chapel A.M.E, she served on the missionary and culinary ministries. She was preceded in death by her mother, son, Leroy Powell, and brothers; James and Jamont Neal.
Vickie is survived by her loving spouse of Charles Powell, son, Antwan C (Tamika) Demery of Hampton, VA; Laverne and Rhonda Demery of Duquesne, PA, Tevin, Ibn, Tre'Von and Geena Powell of Duquesne, PA; 11 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren; siblings Judy (Mark) Jones, Reverend Hazel (Vernon) Kelly, Kim Neal, Jeana (Kenneth) Bryant; a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
Services
Visitation
Monday
January 27, 2020
4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Payne Chapel A.M.E.
601 Priscilla Ave.
Duquesne, PA 15110
Funeral Service
Tuesday
January 28, 2020
11:00 AM
Payne Chapel A.M.E.
601 Priscilla Ave.
Duquesne, PA 15110
January 27, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Timothy Chavis, 56, son of Nancy Chavis and the late James Chavis, Sr. was born on July 9, 1963, in McKeesport, Pennsylvania. He passed away on January 19, 2020, in Erie, PA. He was preceded in death by father, James Chavis, Sr. and brother Toni Chavis.
Tim or Timmy, as he was affectionately known, played Varsity football and graduated from McKeesport High School in 1981. He enlisted in the United States Army. He was very Industrious & worked many trades throughout Mckeesport/Pittsburgh/Erie, Pennsylvania area
Tim loved music, chess, checkers, sports & loved to help others. He loved his family & his family loved him. When in town, Tim attended Kingdom Come Ministries in Clairton, Pa.
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January 27, 2020 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Harry E. Harper, 83 of Elizabeth, died Jan. 27, 2020. He is survived by his beloved wife Yvonne M. (McConeghy) Harper; children; grandchildren and a sister. He was a member of the Glassport American Legion. Funeral arrangements by Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport.
January 27, 2020 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Donna Jean King, 82, of Glassport passed away at Southwestern nursing home on Sunday, January 26, 2020 surrounded by family and loved ones. She was born on June 18, 1937 in Glassport to the late Eugene and Claire Bowen Iley. Donna was the loving wife of 42 years to the late Charles E. King. Donna is survived by daughters, Aimee (Neil) Fogarty of Wexford and Valerie (Jack) Beauchamp of Glassport, and a son, Charles “Greg” (Karen) King of Lincoln Boro. She is also survived by three sisters, Carol (Carl) Lawson of AZ; Lois Price of FL; Sandy (James) Letham of NY; and six grandchildren, CJ and Beth King, Sean and Kelan Fogarty, Zachary and Nathan Beauchamp. Donna was a member of St. John’s Lutheran church formerly located in Glassport. She loved dancing to Tom Jones with her beloved husband Charles as well as ceramics, crocheting and cards. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Southwestern Nursing home for their care and compassion. Arrangements have been entrusted to E.C FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Ave., Glassport, PA 15045. The family will be having a wake at The Carriage Inn, on Lovedale Road in Elizabeth on Wednesday, January, 29
th from 6pm – 8pm. Inurnment will take place at a later date at Round Hill Cemetery. Online condolences may be offered at
www.finneyfuneralhome.com
January 27, 2020 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
June C. Cuffin age 89, of West Mifflin, on January 27, 2020 at Locust Grove Personal Care Home. Born in McKeesport on March 4, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Ludwig “Louis” & Isabel (Crawford) Dannenhauer. She was a member of St. Joseph Church in Duquesne where she belonged to the former Confraternity of Christian Mothers & Guild. In addition, she was a former member of the West Mifflin Annex Senior Citizens & the former Duquesne Senior Citizens Fellowship Club. Beloved wife of the late Henry Cuffin, she was preceded in death by her brothers and sisters, Rose (late John) Ely, Francis Markle, Isabel (late Ray) Lineburg, Louis (late Elizabeth) Dannenhauer, Cecelia (late Paul) Bauman & Ernest Dannenhauer. She is survived by nieces and nephews, Donna (Bill) Howard, Dan (Arlette) Dannenhauer, Betty (Rick) Perkins, Jim Lineburg, Alicia Bauman & David Bauman; 9 Grand Nieces & Nephews; 12 Great Grand Nieces & Nephews; 1 Great Great Grand Nephew. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 29, from 2-6 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, 15110, 412-466-3300, where a blessing service will be held on Thursday at 10:30 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph Church, Duquesne. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin.
January 26, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Louise Perrino, 95 of North Huntingdon died January 26, 2020 at Excela Health Westmoreland. She was born March 15, 1924 in Larimer, a daughter of the late Natale and Lena Montini Felluca. Louise was a member of St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon. Prior to her retirement, she was employed by Federal Pacific in Irwin. Louise enjoyed spending time with her great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Michael , three sisters, Rose Nagy, Agnes Perrino and Nora Damico. She is survived by her daughter, Joyce Sensenich and her husband Dean, one grandson, Justin Sensenich (Krista) three great granddaughters, Jacey, Lily and Kiley. Visitation James W. Shirley Funeral Home, Wednesday 10 a.m.-1 p.m. A funeral mass will follow at 1:00 p.m. at St Agnes Church, North Huntingdon. Interment Immaculate Conception Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the White Oak Animal Safe Haven. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
January 26, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Raymond J. DeVault, age 38 of Glassport, passed away Saturday, January 25, 2020. Born February 10, 1981 in McKeesport, he is a son of William G. Devault, Sr. and Sheila (Campbell) DeVault of Glassport. A foreman for Saunders Painting and Contracting of Pittsburgh, Raymond is, besides his parents, survived by his wife Heather (Williams) DeVault; his children Dominick Smith of Glassport, Aubreyanna DeCicco of McKeesport, Joshua Smith of Glassport, and Raymond J. DeVault, Jr. of Glassport; his siblings Mystie DeVault of Glassport and William G. (Donna) DeVault, Jr. of Perryopolis; his grandfather James DeVault of Anderson, SC; his brother-in-law Gregory Williams of Irwin; and his father-in-law Norman (Diane) Williams of Apollo; and aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.
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January 25, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Doris J. (Roll) Williams, age 85, of West Elizabeth, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2020 at home. She retired from the maintenance department at Dick Corporation in Jefferson Hills and was a member of New Beginnings Church in New Eagle. Born January 28, 1934 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Beatrice (Turner) Roll and wife of the late Robert C. "Worm" Williams. She is survived by her daughter, Mary (Howard Kerlin) Williams of Jefferson Hills; son, Robert D. (Rhonda) Williams of West Mifflin; granddaughters, Samantha (John) Stoecker of West Mifflin and Leah Richard of Pittsburgh; twin great-granddaughters, Ruby and Harlow Stoecker; also nieces and nephews. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Tuesday, January 28, 2020 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at 10 AM in the funeral home chapel with Bishop William P. Luckadoo officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Township. Memorial contributions may be made to New Beginnings Church, 601 Hill Street, New Eagle, PA 15067. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
January 25, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Fannie "Gooch" (Giangarlo) Baldock, age 86 of Clairton, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2020 in Jefferson Hospital. Born July 7, 1933 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Angelo and Eramina (Ferrara) Giangarlo. A retired janitress at US Steel - Irvin Works in West Mifflin, Fannie was a member of St. Clare of Assisi Parish in Clairton. She is survived by her children John Baldock of Baldwin and Denise (Jerry) Haburjack of Beechview; her grandchildren Andrew, Brandon, and Lance Haburjack; her great-grandchildren Harper, Hayden, Hadley, and Olivia; and also nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Fannie was preceded in death by her siblings Marie, Vincent, and Julio (Marge) Giangarlo; John and Attilio Policastro; and Regis Ferrara.
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January 25, 2020 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Lois Y. Deaton, age 91, of White Oak died Monday, January 20, 2020. She was born on December 10, 1928 in McKeesport. She is the daughter of the late William and Ethel Kimling Yotter and the wife of the late Daniel Harry Deaton. She is a member of Calvin Presbyterian Church, a fantastic seamstress and loved vacationing and sailing with her husband, Daniel, in Hilton Head, South Carolina.
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January 24, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Deborah “Debbie” Jean Racan was born in Greensburg, Pennsylvania on September 6, 1948. She departed us on January 22, 2020.
A loving wife, mother and homemaker, Debbie was a fantastic cook and always enjoyed preparing meals for her family. She was an extremely affectionate mother and doting grandmother who was proud of both her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed oldies and had a large collection of albums that she listened to through her passing. She liked meeting new people and would never shy away from being the first to strike up a new conversation. Debbie was formerly employed by Giant Eagle of North Huntingdon.
Debbie is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, Joseph “Joe” Racan Sr., brother Charles "Chuckie" Wolf, sister Carol Robinson, son Joseph “Joe” Racan, Jr. and his wife Julie, daughter Tina McGeorge and husband Randall "Randy". She is also survived by five grandchildren, Joseph “Joe” Racan, Adeline Racan, Lauren Racan, Blake and Gavin Mastro.
Her husband, Joe diligently cared for her in the last few years of her life and she will be missed greatly although her family knows that she is finally at peace. A memorial service will be held on February 29, 2020 at 2 p.m. in Christ United Methodist Church, 2800 Coulterville Road, McKeesport, PA. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to www.alz.org. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
January 24, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Raymond F. Wolf, 91, of Glassport, died peacefully, surrounded by family on January 22, 2020. Ray was born on December 10, 1928 in McKeesport, Pennsylvania. Preceded in death by his parents, John and Hilda (Moritz) Wolf; his brothers, Anthony and Leonard Wolf; and sister Dorothy (Wolf) Meehan. Ray is survived by his wife, Kathleen (Resvosky) Wolf; son and daughter-in-law, Kenneth and Kathleen Wolf; daughter and son-in-law Linda and Alfred Zangrilli. Beloved Pappy to Meghan and Jaime Wolf & Annika and Mario Zangrilli. Ray and Kathleen were married in 1960, and happily celebrated their 59
th wedding anniversary last November. Ray was a source of quiet strength throughout his life and in the lives of his family.
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January 24, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Geraldine Marie Ference, 83, of White Oak, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, January 23, 2020. She was born March 21, 1936 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late George and Marie (Rodman) Kremp. Geraldine was a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church, North Huntingdon, and the Christian Mothers. She was a retired Personnel Manager at the K-Mart in North Versailles.
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January 24, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Jane M. Latine, age 70 of Clairton, passed away at home on Thursday, January 24, 2020. Born September 22, 1949 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Samuel J. and Marie B. (Mitaly) Latine. A retired office clerk for US Steel, working at both Clairton and Irvin Works, Jane is survived by her siblings June Latine of Clairton and James (the late Debra) Latine of Forward Twp.
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January 24, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Harry Paul Horsman, 56, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, January 23, 2020. He was born June 24, 1963 in Wilkinsburg, a son of the late Harry and Elizabeth (Uhlir) Horsman. Harry Paul was employed as a truck driver for AGX. He enjoyed hunting, riding quads with his friends, working in his garage and spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife, Renee Maloney Horsman; son, Joshua Horsman; daughter, Marissa Horsman; and extended family. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home on Thursday, January 30 from 6-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the family. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com