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Helen V. Gurowski

September 20, 2019 |

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

Helen V. Gurowski, age 81, of North Huntingdon, died September 20, 2019, at home with her family by her side. Born October 5, 1937, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Francis and Ann (Martin) O'Toole and the wife of the late Edward S. "Eddie Williams" Gurowski.

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Judy K. Bisig

September 20, 2019 |

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

Judy K. Bisig, 76, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, September 19, 2019 at her home. She was born February 12, 1943 in Altoona, Pa., a daughter of the late Richard and Reba Guyer Kitting. Prior to her retirement, Judy was a secretary for the switch gear division at Westinghouse, East Pittsburgh. She was a member of the Christian Mothers Rosary Society of Corpus Christi and enjoyed walking her dog, gardening and spending time with her family. She is survived by her loving husband, Arthur Bisig. Friends will be received from 3 to 7 p.m. on Monday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A funeral service will follow at 7 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Westmoreland Co. Humane Society. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

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Dolores M. Solomon

September 20, 2019 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Dolores M. Solomon, age 87, of McKeesport, died September 15, 2019, at Allegheny General Hospital. Born January 24, 1932, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Steve and Mary Varkonda and the wife of the late Leo Solomon.
Dolores was a soft-spoken, sweet lady that had kindness and compassion for everyone. She was a selfless caregiver who dedicated her life to her family and home. Her greatest joy was her grandchildren. She enjoyed attending all of their school events. Dolores was a life-long member of the former Holy Trinity Church of McKeesport and a current member of St. Patrick's Church.

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Dr. Elizabeth A. Jones

September 19, 2019 |

By Hunter Funeral Home | Posted in: Hunter Funeral Home

Dr. Elizabeth A. Jones, 78, of White Oak, died Thursday, September 12, 2019 at her home.  Born in McKeesport, February 7, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Attorney T.C. and Helen Borland Jones, Jr.  Professor emeritus at California University and professor of sociology at CCAC, she was a member and elder of Sampson’s Mills Presbyterian Church, past president and member of Altrusa, past president and member of McKeesport College Club, member of the McKeesport Heritage Center, and a graduate of American University.  She is survived by her brother, James “Mac” McClintock (Josephine) Jones of N. Huntingdon; sister in law, Shirley Jones of Latrobe; nieces and nephews including Susan Jones Mullins of Grundy, VA; Cynthia Jones Osselborn of Hermine; James M. (Cindy) Jones of Springdale, OH; Harry M. (Renee) Jones, Jr. of Scottdale; Jennifer Jones (William) Seymour of Skokie, IL; T.C. (Patti) Jones III of Irwin; Timothy W. (Lisa) Jones of Cincinnati, OH; Elizabeth Jones (Donald) Cool of Waynesboro; Jeffery B. Jones of Montgomery, TX; and Wendy Jones (John) Wagnon of Hernando, MS, and was preceded in death by John Gregg Jones, Daniel W. Jones, Sr., and Elizabeth Joy Steban.  A memorial service will be held Saturday, October 12, 2019 at 11:00 AM in Sampson’s Mills Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Jessica McClure Archer and the Rev. Timothy W. Jones officiating.  Interment will be in McKeesport and Versailles Cemetery.  Hunter Funeral Home, Inc., 1600 Coursin Street, McKeesport, PA  15132 is in charge of arrangements.

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Austin Taylor Fagan

September 19, 2019 |

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

Austin Taylor Fagan, 23 of McKeesport, passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2019 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident in McKeesport, PA.

Austin was born August 20, 1996 at UPMC Magee Hospital.  He attended McKeesport, High School and graduated class of 2014.  While in high school, he was actively involved in playing basketball, baseball, and football.  Austin furthered his education by attending the University of Pittsburgh Johnstown Campus.  He was a former employee with the City of McKeesport for 9 years.  He started out as a summer employee working his way up the ranks to a fulltime permanent employee. He then began a new career as a laborer with Banks Gas Services in North Versailles.  Austin was an avid sports fan and follower of the great sports teams here in the ‘Burg’ - he “Bled” Black and Gold!!

He was a member of Covenant Church of Pittsburgh and occasionally visited Bethlehem Baptist Church of McKeesport where his family attends.

Austin loved family, being around friends, had “swag” and a great sense of humor.  He had a love for good food, music, being around people of all ages.  He was a true friend to his friends—ready and willing at a moment’s notice to be there for each of them for the sake of friendship.  Austin’s final act of kindness was to give the gift of life through organ and tissue donations.. his organs have restored life’s promise for many families..and for this, we his family, know that his love and zest for life will live on in others.

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Lydia A. Seargeant

September 19, 2019 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

Lydia A. Seargeant, 76, of Glassport, died Sept. 18, 2019.  She is the daughter of the late James and Hazel (Smith) Hott.  She is survived by her daughter Tammy Hott; grandchildren Cheyenne Hal, Natalie Hall, Lydia Hott, Kathlenia Werner, Christa Werner, Alan Werner, Lacey Malburg and Gage Harmon; great grandchildren Chazdine Harmon, Penny Merret and Mason Merret; daughter-in-law Kim Werner; sister Linda (Bob) Etling; also many nieces and nephews. She was preceded  in death by her son Robert "Bobby" Williams Hott.  Lydia was a member of the Glassport Assembly of God; Ladies Auxillary Post 443 and volunteered at the food bank.  Friends received Wojciechowski Funeral Home Mon. from 2 to 4.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family.

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Helen C. (Dobransky) Ondechek

September 18, 2019 |

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

Helen C. (Dobransky) Ondechek

Of Duquesne, the most loving, caring, unselfish, wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, on September 18, 2019, at home, during her illness she was loved and cared for by her children and grandchildren.

She was a member of the Resurrection Church, West Mifflin.

Beloved wife of 60 years to the late Joseph J. Ondechek Sr., who died July 3, 2013.

Cherished mother of Jay (Monica) Ondechek – Blandon, PA., Lynn (Eddie Eicheldinger) Popovich, Terry (James) Marraway – Pittsburgh, Joey Ondechek Jr. – Duquesne, and Colleen Ondechek – West Mifflin.

Grandmother of – Ronald (Kristen) Faulds, Sharon (Matt) Mols, Cathlene (Bryan) Durkos, Cierra and Chassidy (Nile).

Great Grandmother of – Devan, Brielle and Brynlee.

Predeceased by brothers and sisters – George Dobransky, Edward Dobransky, Robert Dobransky, Eleanor, Maria, and Jackie Dobransky.

Also survived by nieces and nephews.

A private family mass of Christian burial will be held at Resurrection Church, West Mifflin, Rev. Nick Mastrangelo, Officiating.

Burial will be in Holy Trinity Cemetery, West Mifflin.

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Charles W. Herford

September 18, 2019 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Charles W. Herford, 90 of McMurray, PA, formerly of Acme, PA, Mt. Oliver, and South-Side, Pittsburgh, where he was born and raised, passed away peacefully on, Tuesday, September 17th, 2019 at McMurray Hills Manor. He was born in Pittsburgh, on October 11^th 1928, to the late Charles and Mary Hannis Herford. Charles was the loving husband of 36 years to the late Marjorie Koszakovszky Herford. He is survived by his sons, Daniel (Ann) Herford, of Colorado Springs, and David (Barbara) Herford, of McMurray, grandchildren, Danielle, Jackson, and Brooke, and great-grandchild, Ayanie. Charles was preceded in death by one brother, and three sisters. He was employed by Levinson Steel in Pittsburgh, and served in the United States Army and Navy. Arrangements have been entrusted to S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N 6^th St., Clairton, PA 15025. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.

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Gerard "Jerry" Thomas Winters

September 18, 2019 |

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

Gerard "Jerry" Thomas Winters, 61, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Tuesday, September 17, 2019. He was born January 20, 1958 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Norbert Ralph and Agnes J. (Martis) Winters. Jerry worked for Baker Installation Co and had previously worked for Comcast and TCI Cable.

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Anne L. Stasko

September 18, 2019 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Anne L. Stasko, age 83, of McKeesport, died September 14, 2019, at UPMC East of Monroeville. Born June 19, 1936, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late John E. and Anna (Funa) Stasko.
Anne retired from Airport Limousine Co., where she worked as a dispatcher. She also worked at Big Lots of North Versailles, as the head cashier. Anne was a member of St. Patrick's Parish.

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Joseph M. "Marty" Flaherty

September 18, 2019 |

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

JOSEPH M. "MARTY" FLAHERTY of Duquesne, PA on September 16, 2019. Marty studied at St. Pius and St. Vincent seminaries and Duquesne University concentrating on Theology, Philosophy and Education. He was the son of the late John F. and Ruth (Griffin) Flaherty and was predeceased by his brothers, Rev. Thomas J. Flaherty and John T. "Jackie" Flaherty. Marty is survived by his sisters and brother, Mary Frances Flaherty of Duquesne, Anne Marie Flaherty-Brooks of Richmond, VA and Duquesne, Ruth A. Flaherty of New York, NY and Patrick J. Flaherty (Barbara) of Ligioner, PA. Marty was a kind and generous person, especially to those less fortunate. He will be missed by family and friends for his wit and sense of mischief.

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Doris Lightner

September 17, 2019 |

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

Doris Lightner, 88, of Clairton, Pennsylvania, died peacefully on September 12, 2019 in  UPMC McKeesport Hospital.

Doris was born June 3, 1932 in Clairton, PA, daughter of the late Robert Hurt and Sallie Johnson Belland Hurt.

She was a faithful member of Mt. Olive First Baptist Church and attended regularly until her health began to fail. Ms. Lightner was a devoted wife and mother, who made everyone around her always feel at peace.

Left to cherish her memory son, Amzi Lightner of Clairton, PA; brother, Sanford Hurt, two grandchildren, Demetrius and Amber, seven great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.

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Helen F. (Sichitano) Yaderosa

September 17, 2019 |

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

Helen F. (Sichitano) Yaderosa, age 96, of Manheim, formerly of North Versailles, passed away Monday, September 16, 2019 at Mt. Hope Nazarene Community. She was born February 4, 1923 in Braddock, a daughter of the late Michael and Francis (Grillo) Sichitano. She was a longtime member of St. Robert Bellarmine Church in East McKeesport and was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. She worked as a clerk at G.C. Murphy in Wilkinsburg before devoting her time to raising their children. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Joseph C. Yaderosa; and son John M. Yaderosa; 5 sisters; and 4 brothers. She is survived by her daughter Judy (Dale) Taylor of Manheim; grandchildren Melissa (Shane) Taylor Siford, Jason (Amy Gordon) A. Taylor and Lauren (Angel) Taylor Medina all of Lancaster; great granddaughters Kyla Siford, Kelleigh Medina, great grandsons Justin Siford, Braelon Siford, Jacob Medina, Samuel Medina, Brody Taylor and Max Medina; sister Kay Benkovich.

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Barbara Lynn Ferrington Lockhart

September 17, 2019 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Barbara Lynn Ferrington Lockhart, age 60, of McKeesport, died peacefully at home, on September 10, 2019. She was the daughter of the late Earl D. and Donna (Gibson) Ferrington and the wife of the late William (Bill) Lockhart. Barbara was a member of the Highland Grove Methodist Church, where she constructed a labyrinth of healing after her first battle with breast cancer. Her passions were fishing, riding motorcycles, card games, crocheting, reading and spending time with family and friends.

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David Crowe

September 16, 2019 |

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

David Crowe, age 76, of Glassport, died Friday, September 13, 2019. He was born in Pittsburgh on December 2, 1942 and is the son of the late Blair and Inez Crow. He worked in the Janitorial industry and is a US Army Veteran.

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