October 29, 2019 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Harvey L. Grant, 93, of McKeesport, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 25, 2019, in Kane Regional Hospital.
He was born May 4, 1926, in Braddock, PA, son of the late Nathaniel and Evie Fuller Grant. Devoted husband of the late Betty Lee Adams Grant.
Harvey served our nation proudly, as a soldier in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. After his return home, he worked at Pittsburgh Steel Foundry in Glassport, at McKeesport Area School District and also served as a state constable.
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October 28, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Hazel J. Cramer, 91, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Monday, October 28, 2019.
She was born December 22, 1927 in Blaine Hill and was the daughter of the late Paul and Mary (Stirbis) Chaussinand. She was the wife of the late M. Wayne Cramer who passed away February 4, 2018. Hazel worked for J.C. Penney Co in Southland and Eastland shopping centers and was also bookkeeper for the former Cramer Brothers Marina in Elizabeth. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by brothers, Daniel and Paul Chaussinand and sisters, Emma Raftery and Shirley Pater.
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October 28, 2019 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Marion Grace Evanchak, age 84, of Port Vue, died October 24, 2019, at home. Born May 1, 1935, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Mary (Nagy) Irwin and the wife of Ralph Evanchak, Sr.
Marion retired from Penn Hurst Candy, where she worked in the packaging department. She was a lifelong member of Liberty Presbyterian Church. Marion was also a member of the Elizabeth Seniors, Christy Park Seniors, and Life Span.
She enjoyed playing cards, bingo, and trips to the casino. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family.
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October 28, 2019 |
By William H. Craig Funeral Home | Posted in: William H Craig Funeral Home
Mary Lundberg, 74, of McKeesport, passed away Friday, October 25, 2019 at her home.
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October 28, 2019 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Debie L. Kurimsky, 50 of Liberty Boro, died Oct. 27, 2019. She is the daughter of Wayne and Ginny (Kolar) Kostelnik. She is survived by her beloved husband Nick Kurimsky; daughter Julia Kurimsky; sister Dawn (David) Kuchma; brother David Kostelnik and mother-in-law Patricia (the late Daniel) Kurimsky.
Debie was a member of Christ the Light of the World Parish.
Friends will be received from 12 to 3 p.m. Friday at Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne, at which time a prayer service will be held.
October 28, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Rosemarie Dailey Moroney, age 93 of North Huntingdon died Sunday, October 27, 2019 at Hempfield Manor.
She was born December 11, 1925 in Pittsburgh, Pa,, a daughter of the late Oliver and Rosalia Babski Dailey. Rosemarie was a member of St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon, where she previously volunteered at church bazaars and the school cafeteria. She was also a member of the Womens Democratic Club.
She is survived by one son Patrick (Andrea), two daughters, Maureen Beal (Hugh), Michelle Moroney, four grandchildren, Kelly and Colleen Moroney, Frank and Andrew Beal.
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October 27, 2019 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Obituary
George “Chub” Cunningham, peacefully, on October 26, 2019, age 94. Formerly a resident of Liberty Borough for 65 years. George was born in Wilson, Pa., to the late George and late Olive (Sager) Cunningham.
He was the devoted husband of Louise (Walker) Cunningham for 62 years. Loving father of Boyce (companion, Beth Joseph) Cunningham of Sacramento, Ca, Karen (Late Joe) Pedulla of Pitcairn, Pa, and George (Patte) Cunningham of Reno, NV; adoring grandfather of 4, great-grandfather of 7 and great-great grandfather of 5. He is also survived by other relatives and friends.
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October 27, 2019 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Timothy R. "Dr. Rock" Beal Sr., 64, of Forward Twp., died peacefully at home on Sunday, October 27, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 17, 1955, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late George A. and Elizabeth (Lopota) Beal. Mr. Beal was a member of Christ the Light of the World Parish, Duquesne, and a retired Maintenance Department employee of the former Duquesne Works, U.S. Steel Corporation. He was also a former organist and drummer of Christ Lutheran Church in Duquesne, owner of Sharon's Pizza Shop in Duquesne, and was happiest when he was disc jockeying at weddings and parties.
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October 27, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Mary Lee Barker, 72, of White Oak, passed away Saturday, October 26, 2019. She was born November 15, 1946 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Ralph and Roberta (Dunlap) Johnston. She was a member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses McKeesport Congregation. Prior to raising her family, Mary Lee had worked for the former People's National Bank.
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October 27, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Chester Charles Mazur, 89, of White Oak, passed away at home on Friday, October 25, 2019. He was born July 16, 1930 in McKeesport and was the son of the late John and Sophie (Warholak) Mazur. He was a was a member of Corpus Christi Parish, White Oak AARP, White Oak American Legion and the Friday Night Bowling League. Chester was a US Navy Veteran serving during the Korean War. For his service he received the Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal and the Navy Occupation Medal.
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October 27, 2019 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Marie A. Hodge, age 82, died Friday, Oct. 25, 2019. She is the daughter of the late Thomas and Marie Danko Valiknac and was born July 28, 1937 in Duquesne.
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October 27, 2019 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Ellis Brown, age 93, of Dravosburg, died Tuesday, October 22, 2019. He was born in Franklin County, N.C. on May 12, 1926 and is the son of the late Samuel and Leacy Alston Brown and the husband of the late Vivian Arlene Tyler Brown. He served in the Navy during WWII and was employed at Universal Cyclops.
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October 26, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Tyler Joe Ball, 27, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, October 25, 2019 in Shadyside Hospital. He was born, August 17, 1992 in Memphis, TN, son of Joe and Teresa (Brewer) Ball. Tyler was a 2010 graduate of Norwin Sr. High School where he was a member of the Student Council and National Honor Society. He earned his Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Supply Chain Management through the pharmacy department at Duquesne University. He was employed by UPMC Pittsburgh and was an avid sports enthusiast and enjoyed golfing, baseball and fishing. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Martha Brewer; and paternal grandparents, Tom and Norma Ball. He is survived by his maternal grandfather, Otis Brewer; sister, Lauren Ball; uncle, David (Charlotte) Ball; cousin, Liz Robertson; and an amazing circle of friends. Friends will be received from 3-8 p.m. on Monday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A funeral service will take place on Tuesday in the funeral home chapel at 10 a.m. Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in memory of Tyler. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
October 26, 2019 |
By Hunter Funeral Home | Posted in: Hunter Funeral Home
Mona F. Naimark, formerly of White Oak, currently of Asheville, NC, died Thursday, October 24, 2019 at Mission Memorial Hospital, Asheville, NC. Born in Brooklyn, NY, December 29, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Monroe and Margaret Stark Izsak. Wife of the late Bernard G. Naimark, she is survived by her sons, Eric (Roberta) Naimark of Asheville, NC and Mitchell (Barbara) Naimark of Severna Park, MD, also by 5 grandsons, 1 great grandson, and 6 great granddaughters. Mrs. Naimark served for many years as secretary of the former Congregation Tree of Life–Sfard in White Oak, PA. She was a member of the Congregation Beth Ha’Tephila in Asheville, NC and was a member of the former Congregation Tree of Life–Sfard in White Oak. A graveside service will be held Monday, October 28, 2019 at 3:30 PM in the Tree of Life–Sfard Cemetery with Rabbi Paul Tuchman officiating. Hunter Funeral Home, Inc., 1600 Coursin Street, McKeesport, PA 15132 is in charge of arrangements.
October 25, 2019 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Esther (Skillsky) Steimer age 98, of Houston, TX formerly of Duquesne, on October 22, 2019. She was born June 11, 1921 in Duquesne. A daughter of the late William and Nell Skillsky. Esther was much more than a homemaker, earlier in life she was the bookkeeper of her fathers coal mining business. She attended Business School and obtained a pilot license. She became the wife of Joseph Steimer; and raised nine children. A talented seamstress, she created beautifully tailored clothing for all of her girls and decorative treatments for her home. They may have complained about not having off the rack clothing, but now we know how special that was. Among other things, she taught her boys how to dance (with limited success). She was the wife of the late Joseph W. Steimer; mother of Mary Rinaldi (William Gipson) of Montgomery, TX, Linda Curcio (Dr. Lawrence Curcio) of Chapel Hill, NC, Joseph W. Steimer, Jr. (Jean Steimer) of Bellevue, NE, Kathleen Steimer of Selinsgrove, PA, Christopher P. Steimer (Kathleen Steimer) of Elizabeth Twp., PA, Paula Santoski (Jack Doane) of River Oaks, TX, Patrice Sharp (Michael Sharp) of Friendswood, TX, Eileen Rensel (Robert Rensel) of Bakersfield, CA and Martin Steimer (Eleanor Steimer) of Elizabeth Twp., PA; also survived by 17 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and caregivers, Dulce and Zennia. Esther's passing generates an ocean of tears. Her memorial service will be announced. Announcements by MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME INC., 412-466-3300.
