July 23, 2019 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Richard “Dick” J. Lewis, 78, of Irwin, passed away peacefully at home Monday, July 22, 2019. He was born February 18, 1941 in Braddock, a son of the late Thomas J. Lewis Jr. and Virginia L. (Wescott) Lewis. He was a 1959 graduate of Jeannette High School, and a long time member of First Presbyterian Church, Greensburg . Prior to his retirement, Dick was a plant manager of Latrobe Foundry, Whitney and served in the U.S. Army Reserve. He was an avid Steeler fan, loved hunting and fishing with his dad, cousins, and nephews. Dick was an animal lover and will be missed by his “grand –dogs” Zuzu , Lucy, Stella, and Stanley. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his beloved nephew Kevin Thomas Pushic. Dick is survived by his loving wife of 53 years Arlene (Gallaway) Lewis, his children Pam (Alex) Cotter of Irwin and Kelly (Glenn) Stants of Smithton; grandchildren Tara, Brandon, Cameron, Kayleigh, Kaine, and Gavin; his siblings Ronald (Jan) Lewis of N.C. and Linda Lewis Frye of Greensburg; nieces, nephews, and cousins.
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July 23, 2019 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Steve G. Gasparovic, 95, of Ardara, passed away Thursday, July 18, 2019. He was born Feb. 1, 1924, in McKeesport, a son of the late Mark and Mary (Blazik) Gasparovic. Steve was a longtime member of Ardara United Presbyterian Church, a proud World War II Air Force veteran, and prior to retirement, he worked as a crane operator at Josh Steel Co., Braddock. He was member of American Legion Post 359, Irwin, and VFW Post 5008, Braddock. He greatly enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
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July 23, 2019 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Harold “Archie” Lauterbach, 90, a lifetime resident of Clairton, passed away on Monday, July 22, 2019 at the Ashbury Heights Nursing Home. He was born in Clairton on March 3, 1929 to the late Peter Joseph and Caroline DeBor Lauterbach. Harold was a well-known figure in the community of Clairton. As a young man he played baseball for United States Steel, Clairton Works. His participation in a “mill team” was a significant part of Pittsburgh history, as noted in an exhibit at the Heinz History Center. He went on to become Facility Manager of Calgon’s packing & shipping facility in the Robinson area of Pittsburgh, a company where he worked for 30 years. Harold drove and helped deliver Meals on Wheels for many years in the Clairton community. Harold volunteered his time at St. Clare of Assisi, was an avid hunter and fisherman, and loved classical music and the symphony. He is survived by his sister, Doris Mae Manns of Scottdale, nieces and nephews; Michele Bamburak, Eric Manns, Mark Manns, Amy (Joseph) Eichenlaub, Paul (Melissa) Manns, Russ (Colleen) Halt, Beth Mellott, and Carol (Alan) Schriber, Great nieces and nephews; Laura (Josh Warner Burke) Bamburak, Aaron Bamburak, Noah Manns, Savanah Manns, Chloe Eichenlaub, Logan Eichenlaub, Jeremy Halt, Caitlyn Halt, Mikayla Halt, Nathan Mellott, Lily Mellott, Ricky Mellott, Mark Schriber, Leighann Washburns, Great-great nieces and nephews; Quinn Warner Burke, Jake Washburns, and Kaylee Washburns. Archie joins his siblings in everlasting peace and joy; Mary Margaret Lauterbach, Isabel Lauterbach, Helen Halt, and Clifford Lauterbach. Family and friends will be received on Thursday, July 25th from 2-4 and 6-8 at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6
th St, Clairton, PA 15025. A mass will take place at St. Clare of Assisi Church on Friday at 10, followed by interment at St. Clare of Assisi Cemetery in Clairton. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to The American Cancer Society at: P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123. Online condolences may be offered at
www.finneyfuneralhome.com.
July 23, 2019 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Helen Mae Weyer, age 86, of White Oak, died July 19, 2019, at her home. Born December 21, 1932, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Raymond and Anna Mae (Coulter) Holden and the wife of James Weyer.
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July 23, 2019 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
David J. Green, age 61, of East Pittsburgh, died July 3, 2019, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. Born August 13, 1957, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late James Blaine and Lorraine (Ring) Green.
David was a retired salesman from the former Kaufmann's Department Store in Pittsburgh.
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July 23, 2019 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Barbara Larkins, 85, of Glassport died July 18, 2019. She is the daughter of the late Stephen and Cecilia Kwiatkowski. She is survived by sisters Dorothy Graboski, Patricia Gatto, and Irene Gusty; nieces Lynn Barnes, Laurie Graboski, and Lisa Gusty; and nephew John Gatto. She was preceded in death by brothers Stephen Kwiatowski and Robert Kwiatkowski; nephew Raymond Graboski and niece Pamela Maher. A memorial mass will be held Friday July 26, 2019 11am at Holy Spirit Church in West Mifflin. Inurnment following at Round Hill Cemetery.
July 22, 2019 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Alfred James Sorrentino, 58, a resident of Glassport for 15 years, and a former resident of McKeesport for 20 years, passed away at home on Sunday, July 21, 2019. He was born in McKeesport on February 15, 1961 to the late Joseph F. Sr and Lillian Mancini Sorrentino. Alfred is survived by his brothers; Joseph Sorrentino Jr., of Glassport, Victor Sorrentino, of Glassport, sister Linda Medina, of McKeesport, as well as nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, John Sorrentino. Arrangements have been entrusted to E.C. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Ave, Glassport, PA 15045. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.
July 22, 2019 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Richard “Rich” Craig Pasqualle, 74, of Clairton, Pa. passed away on Friday July 19, 2019. He is survived by his sons; Richard B (Ruth) Pasqualle, of Monesson, Pa., Justin C. Ostrander, of Finelyville, Pa., and daughters; Amber L. (Jeffery) Bushnell of Butler, Pa., Angela (Scott) Benack of Rostraver, Pa. His brother, Phillip aka Skip (Elaine) Pasqualle, of Waldorf, MD., and sisters, Marcia Wagner, of Mount Pleasant, Pa., Marjorie Pasqualle, of Deerborn,MI and Marian (Gene) Fine, of Prince Georges County, MD. As well as 7 grandchildren whom he loved. Rich was a graduate of Elizabeth Forward Highschool class of 1961. He spent his early adulthood serving as a United States Marine. He later earned his Associate Degree in Maintenance Engineering at Triangle Tech. Rich enjoyed spending time listening to oldies and soaking up the sun. Services will be held at The Bible Baptist Temple on Worthington Avenue, Clairton, Pa. on August 31, 2019 at 11:00 am. Arrangements have been entrusted to S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.
July 22, 2019 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Robert “Bob” Anthony Macioce, 86, formerly of Clairton and Forward Twp., went to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 21, 2019. Born September 22, 1932, he was the son of the late Pasquale “Patsy” and Freda (Russo) Macioce and beloved husband of 50 years to the late Janice (Cochran) Macioce. He was the loving father of Gary J. (Sandra) Macioce of DuBois, Darren P. (Mary Ann) Macioce of Pine Township, Judy A. (Thomas) Wolfgang of Elizabeth and Robert M. (Francine) Macioce of Moon Township; grandfather of eight grandchildren, four step-grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren; and brother of Patricia (Robert) King of Verona and her twin sister, the late Dolores Ann Macioce. Also survived by many very close friends and relatives and will be greatly missed by his family and the many who loved him, including his caregivers and residents at Paramount Senior Living.
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July 22, 2019 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Josephine J. Wichman, 97, of Glassport died July 21, 2019. She is the daughter of the late Peter and Appolonia (Bieniek) Wiktorowski. Beloved wife of the late Edwin Wichman. She is survived by her sons Father Ed Wichman and David Wichman. She was preceded in death by brothers Ted, Walter, John and sisters Genevieve and Sister Celestine, SHS. Josephine was retired from Jefferson Hospital, Medical Records. She was a member of Queen of the Rosary Parish, Ladies Guild and the Rosary Society. Friends received Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport Wed. from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8. A funeral mass will be held Thurs. 10:00 am at Queen of the Rosary Parish with Father Ed Wichman officiating. Interment following Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Sisters of the Holy Spirit or Sisters of the Divine Redeemer or St. Joseph School, Verona.
July 22, 2019 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Milford H. Graham, age 73, of Elrama, passed away on Monday, July 22, 2019 at Jefferson Hospital. He retired as a vicing foreman for U.S. Steel Clairton Works. He was a member of the Stephen Bayard Masonic Lodge 526 of Elizabeth, the Syria Temple Shrine of Cheswick, and the Elrama Sportsmans Club.
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July 21, 2019 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Jean Greaves, age 89, of Point Pleasant Retirement Community, formerly of White Oak, died, Saturday, July 20, 2019. She is the daughter of the late Robert Ellsworth and Olive Sigler Shallenberger and was born in McKeesport, PA on Feb. 10, 1930. She is the wife of the late Robert E. “Bob” Greaves who died Jan. 13, 2013.
Jean was the secretary for the former Mayor of McKeesport, Jack Pribanic, and was also a legal secretary for various attorneys and judges in the Mon Valley. She was a former Deacon for Central Presbyterian Church, and a current member of Sampson’s Mills Presbyterian Church. She was formerly a member of the McKeesport Hospital Junior Women’s Committee and a former member of the Board of Directors of the McKeesport Hospital Foundation. She loved the holidays, playing bingo and cards, cruising, and having fun with family and friends.
Jean is survived by her daughters; Sandy (Dennis) Liberatore of Worcester, Mass, Debbie (Mark) Sherer of Penn Twp., Donna (Craig) Curran of Pittsford, NY and Bobbi (Tim) Dunn of White Oak, grandchildren; Dennis (Lynne) Liberatore, Melissa (Mike) Butler, Ryan (Rachel) Mitchell, Ashley (Ryan) Quinton, Natalie (Thomas Pohmer) Curran, Christopher Curran and Brandon Dunn, great grandchildren; Ethan and Ben Butler and Sarah and Danielle Liberatore, Abigail and Olivia Mitchell and Corbin Quinton.
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July 21, 2019 |
By James F. Kutch Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: James F. Kutch Funeral Home - Crematory
On Saturday July 13, 2019, Katherine H. “Kaybelle” (Shavinsky) Horvath, age 92, of McKeesport passed away. Katherine worked at the Club Car in McKeesport, The Plaza restaurant in Forest Hills, and Nigros restaurant in North Versailles.
Beloved daughter of the late Emory and Helen (Hook) Shavinsky. Mother of the late Paul W. Davis. Grandmother of Paul W. Davis, Jr.
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July 21, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Richard Rates, 77, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, July 21, 2019 at UPMC East. He was born, June 19, 1942 in Herbert, Pa., a son of the late John and Mary (Kasun) Rates. Prior to his retirement, Richard was an autoworker for General Motors. He was a member of St. Agnes Parish, Italian Brotherhood of Guffey, social member of Hahntown Fire Dept., Hartford Heights Fire Dept., Larimer Fire Dept and Lowber Fire Dept. He was an avid outdoorsman and especially enjoyed fishing and hunting. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Jayne Panesky Rates; and brother, Ronald Rates. He is survived by his sons, Todd Rates and his wife, Kimberly, Donald Rates and his wife, Dawn; daughter, Susan Cable; sister, Micheline Vargo; and six grandchildren. Friends will be received on Wednesday from 4-8 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday at 10 a.m. in St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon. Interment to follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, North Versailles. www.shirleyfuenralhome.com.
July 21, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
John J. Rohal, 70, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, July 20, 2019 at home. He was born, May 28, 1949 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Michael and Florence (Cammusso) Rohal. Prior to his retirement, John was a self-employed sales representative and enjoyed working in his yard and fishing. He is survived by his wife, Diane Alexander Rohal; sons, Bryan and Todd Rohal; daughter, Amy Rohal; brother Gary Rohal and his wife, Fran; three grandchildren, Jonathan, Alexander and Chance. There will be no visitation. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
