June 24, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Edy Harvey, 69 of North Huntingdon lost her battle to pancreatic cancer after an eight year courageous fight. She passed away at home with her family to join her Savior on June 23, 2024. She was born in McKeesport June 17, 1955, a daughter of the late George and Jane Kennedy Alund. In addition to her parents Edy was preceded in death by her sister Wendy Slafka in 2021. Edy is survived by her husband Mark A. Harvey, two sons Justin Harvey and Ryan Harvey and his wife Becky. She is also survived by her brother David Alund, and his wife Pamela, and their daughters Natalie Alund and Courtney Alund Lopez & family, all from Tennessee. She is also survived by her brother-in-law Mark Slafka and his sons Nathan & family and Christian of Irwin, her Aunt Judith Alund from White Oak. Also surviving is Tanya Klinger of Derry and her son Scott Klinger, daughter Megan Capets and family & Emily Garuccio & family. Edy graduated from McKeesport High School in 1973. She worked as a lab tech at UPMC in Oakland for 30 years and as a jack-of-all-trades with her husband Mark in their pediatric dental practice for 25 years. Her support and friendly personality helped many patients and parents accept dental treatment. Everybody loved Edy. She and her husband retired during the pandemic in 2020. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 4-8 PM at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A service will be held on Thursday at 11 AM in the funeral home chapel. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
June 23, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Anthony Zavolta, age 87, of North Versailles, died on Saturday, June 22, 2024. He was born in East Liberty on May 11, 1937 and was the son of the late Frank and Josephine Marmo Zavolta. Anthony started working in sales at various companies and later retired from the North Versailles Township Sanitation Department.
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June 23, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Leah Jane Palmer, age 80 of Clairton, passed away at home on Saturday, June 22, 2024 in the loving care of her husband. Born March 30, 1944, she was a daughter of the late Earl “Red” and Harriet (Martin) Stidard. A member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish – St. Clare of Assisi Church, Leah retired as a food service director for Nutrition, Inc., subcontracted in the South Allegheny and Clairton School Districts. She is survived by her husband Eugene Palmer; her sons Scott (Kathleen) Palmer of Murrells Inlet, Shawn Palmer of St. Petersburg, Fl, and Keith (Kathy) Palmer of Mt. Vernon; her grandchildren Heather Fazio and Ryan, Hayley, and A.J. Palmer; her great-grandchildren Braden, Kaelyn, and Adaline Fazio; and also nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters Sylvia Lou Honke and Harriet “Linny” Stidard and her brothers Gerald Stidard and Earl Stidard, Jr..
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June 23, 2024 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Anna "Tille" Turek, 95, of Glassport passed away peacefully at Grandview Estates in Elizabeth on Wednesday June 19, 2024. She was born September 27, 1928 in Lober, PA. to the late Michael and Mary Blaho. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, her husband John Turek and brothers John, Michael, and George Blaho.
Anna was a stay at home mom and a lifelong member of Queen of the Rosary Parish, the Rosary Society, and Christian Mothers. She had a passion for baking and managed the dessert table for the Queen of the Rosary's Lenten fish fries. Anna also enjoyed duck pin bowling in St. Cecilia's league at Glassport Lanes playing well into her 80’s, and continued league scorekeeping until she was 93. Anna could do anything she put her mind to. In her younger days she was the roving shortstop on a women’s WW II softball team and exhibited an artistic flair. She was a Cub scout den mother and also enjoyed gardening, canning, making crafts and especially baking cookies for the holidays to satisfy her sweet tooth. She would also make her famous “Martian” spice cake and apple sheet cake for special occasions, and provided the family with homemade Christmas ornaments every year. Anna’s Seasonal specialties were Lenten skillet-sized cottage cheese and green onion Perogies, and sauerkraut with wild mushrooms soup for Christmas Eve supper.
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June 23, 2024 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Thomas S. Odoski, age 77, of Duquesne, passed away on Friday, June 21, 2024 in Veterans’ Administration Medical Center, Pittsburgh. Born in Duquesne on December 23, 1946, he was the son of the late John and Stella (Kruszka) Odoski. He was retired from U.S. Steel-Duquesne Works and from Picturesque Landscaping. He was a former member of St. Hedwig Church-Duquesne, enjoyed woodworking, and proudly served his country in the Army during the Vietnam War.
Thomas is the beloved husband of Sharon (Zielinski) Odoski for 53 1/2 years; father of John Odoski of Butler, Michael (Roseann) Odoski of North Versailles and Nicholas Odoski of Duquesne; grandfather of Tony, Serena, Ryan (Beth), Justin and Ashley (Johnny); great grandfather of Abel, Josie, Bentley, Jocelyn, Amelia, Aurora, and Alexander; brother of John (late Jennie) Odoski of Baldwin and predeceased by other brothers and sisters; and also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, where a Blessing Service will be held on Thursday, June 27, 2024, at 11:00 a.m., conducted by Rev. Dan D'Antonio. Burial will be held on Monday, July 1, at 10:30 a.m., at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies with Military Honors. Please arrive at the cemetery by 10:15 a.m.
June 22, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Mary Beth Tucak Jenets, age 64 of North Huntingdon, formerly of Braddock Hills, passed away on Thursday, June 20, 2024 at her home. She was born on May 20, 1960 in North Braddock, a daughter of the late John and Josephine Tucak. Mary Beth was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church in Irwin. She was employed by the University of Pittsburgh, and also Carnegie Mellon University. She always looked forward to spending time with her student employees. Mary Beth loved gardening, the sun, the beach and she cherished her fur babies. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved son, Stephen Arintok. Mary Beth is survived by her husband, Bob Jenets, her daughter Lauren Jenets (Nicholas), and her grandson, Remington Luketic. Friends will be received at the JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, on Wednesday from 3 PM. to 7 PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to her family through the funeral home website www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
June 21, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Sara A. Behary, age 88 of Clairton, passed away on Thursday, June 20, 2024 in Grandview Estates, Elizabeth Twp.. Born February 11, 1936 in Clairton, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Concerina (Julian) Bonafortuna. A member of the Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish - St. Clare of Assisi Church and the Sons of Columbus, Santa Maria Council #4, Sara's working life began at DiCesare's Shoe Store, continued at US Steel Irvin Works, and finished with Nutrition, Inc., a subcontractor at Clairton School District. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, the late Paul Behary, who passed away October 20, 1991, and her brother Samuel Bonafortuna. Sara is survived by her sister Josephine (the late Dominic) Ripepi of Jefferson Hills; her nieces Deborah (Tom) Curry of Kingston, TN and Donna (Ken "Moose") Van Kirk of Clairton; her great-nephews Thomas (Becky) and Brian (Carrie) Curry; and her great-great-niece-and-nephews Tony (Ashton), James, Charlie Ann, and Sam.
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June 21, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Irene A. Levdansky (nee Tabory) 97, formerly of Elizabeth, passed from this world into everlasting life at The Residence at Hilltop on June 19, 2024. All whose life she touched knew her to be a sweet, generous, loving soul with a ready smile and a kind word to all she knew. Born August 24, 1926 in Monongahela, PA, the fifth of seven children of Stephen J. and Antonia E. Tabory (Masura), Irene was an avid baseball fan and met her lifelong love, Walter Levdansky, at the Black Diamond baseball field. They married on April 14, 1951. Walter built the family home on Center Avenue in Elizabeth where they raised their five children: JoAnn, David, Jane, Bob, and Jim. Typical of women of her generation, Irene was the nucleus of the family. While Walter worked as a carpenter at US Steel (and other side jobs), Irene was a stay-at-home, 24/7 mom, who raised her children, helped them with their homework, and still managed to make and have dinner on time. She ran an impeccable household. Though family finances were always tight, Irene made sure that her children always wore clean clothes, were polite and mannerly, and were well fed. Her Slovak cooking (halupki, halushki, stuffed peppers, drobie/cunsetta) was augmented by her own culinary creations (lasagna, breaded zucchini, BBQ chicken, meat loaf, and her famous iced tea). The family vegetable garden provided fresh vegetables and tomatoes and berries for canning which were annual endeavors. Her home was surrounded by the flower gardens that she enjoyed cultivating as well as attending ceramic classes. She was a lifelong member of St. Michael’s Church (Elizabeth) and later St. Isaac Joques (Elrama) Catholic churches. She lived her entire life as a devout Catholic rooted in the belief that love is God’s gift for all to share. She was a member of St. Michael’s Christian Mothers, St. Michael’s Choir, and the Elizabeth Area Community Chorus. She raised her children with love and affection and instilled the values of hard work, kindness, generosity, and hospitality to her children and grandchildren. Irene lived her life in service to God and to all she knew and loved. She was selfless in every way and demonstrated this quality every day of her life. She cared more for others’ needs than her own. She found comfort and happiness in life’s simplest pleasures: a cup of tea in the morning, iced tea on a hot day, and hugging her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and all whom she loved. With a warm smile and a quick compliment, she brightened the day of everyone in her daily life. Irene has left this world to that of eternal peace and happiness to be with her husband Walter; her son, Bob; sisters, Helen Baron, Viola Sikora and Marge Tabory; brothers, Joe and Walt Tabory; and her mother, Antonia and father, Stephen. She is survived by her sister, Anna Tabory; sisters-in-law, Jean Levdansky and Stella Godlesky; daughters, JoAnn (Phil) Codelka and Jane Levdansky; sons, Jim (Susan) Levdansky and former State Representative, David Levdansky; grandchildren, Shane, Timothy, Joseph, Preston, Savannah and Mei Huan Lafferty-Levdansky; great-grandchildren, Maddax and Mykah, Seth, and Acelynn; and many nieces and nephews. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to all the staff of The Residence at Hilltop where the professional support and compassionate care greatly enhanced mom’s quality of life for the time she lived there. We consider the Hilltop staff to be a valued part of mom and our extended family. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Sunday, June 23, 2024, from 2-6 PM and Monday, June 24, 2024 from 9:30-11 AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place Monday, June 24, 2024 at 12 NOON at St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. with the Rev. Thomas J. Burke officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. If you would like to make a memorial contribution, please do so to the charity of your choice or to Breakthrough TD1 (formerly Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation), 501 Martindale Street, Suite 670, Pittsburgh, PA 15212. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
June 21, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Florence LaVonne “Donnie” Carson, age 77, of McKeesport, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 20, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in McKeesport on August 30, 1946 and is the daughter of the late William and Sara Maglicco McVicker. Donnie was an avid baker and cook and loved sharing recipes. She cooked for those in need at the 9th Street Clinic for many years. Her faith and love of the Lord and family was very strong.
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June 21, 2024 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
June 20, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Anthony Lettieri, age 81 of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2024 in UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born September 20, 1942 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late John and Rose (Muscante) Lettieri. A fifth grade teacher at Francis McClure Elementary in White Oak and member of Mary, Mother of God Parish - St. Patrick's Church in Christy Park, Anthony enjoyed trips to the casino and taking drives around the area in his spare time. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, the late Jacqueline (Armstrong) Lettieri, who passed away March 2, 2016. Anthony is survived by his sons Guy (Candace) Lettieri of Mexico Beach, FL and Chris (Jessica) Lettieri of Elizabeth Twp; his granddaughter Lindsey (Paul) Occean of Destin, FL; his brothers John (Peg) Lettieri of Louisville, KY and Richard (Jane) Lettieri of Franklin Park; and also nieces and nephews.
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June 20, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Robert Regis Hresko, Jr., 72 of Port Vue passed away Monday, June 17, 2024. He was born June 29, 1951 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Robert R. Hresko, Sr., and the late Vivian May (Scott) Hresko. He was the husband to the late Maureen F. (Strauman) Hresko, before her passing in February 2023. Robert served as a Police Officer for 28 years for Port Authority. He is survived by his daughter, Melissa (Eric Wilson) Hresko of Port Vue; son, Robert Hresko of Port Vue; grandchildren, Noah, Hanna, Angelina, Justice, Matthew, and Faith; great-grandson, Ryder; a brother, Kenneth (Kris) Hresko of Port Vue; sister, Janice (Bill Bosway) Null of Port Vue; as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Friends are welcome Wednesday, June 26, 2024 from 12-2 & 4-6pm at the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township, 15135. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. Memorial Service will take place in the funeral home chapel at 6:00 pm. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
June 20, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
William Todd Byers, 59, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Tuesday, June 18, 2024. He was born July 26, 1964 in McKeesport, and is the son of Janet (Finfinger) Byers and the late William John Byers. A decorated Naval Officer, now a Veteran - William worked served for 26 years in the military. He loved golfing and most importantly, he loved spending time with his grandson, Jaxson. He just enjoyed being surrounded by family and friends. William is survived by his wife, Melissa (Coogan) Byers; daughters, Kassidy Byers of San Diego, CA and Hailey Byers of Rostraver Township; sisters, Sharon Raczkowski of Oakmont, and Kim (John) Echols of Ohio; and by his grandson, Jaxson Byers; along with many nieces and nephews. In addition to his father, William is preceded in death by his sister, Leslie Byers. There is no visitation. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township 15135. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
June 20, 2024 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Louis "Luigi" Gallo, age 88, passed away on June 18, 2024, at The Palms at O'Neil. Born August 13, 1935, in the small town of Nocera Terinese, Calabria, Italy, he was the son of the late Angelo and Domenica (Mercurio) Gallo and beloved husband of Catherine (Mastroianni) Gallo.
Louis took a leap of faith when he traveled across continents from Italy to the United States to unite with his wife, Catherine. Their love story blossomed through heartfelt letters exchanged over oceans until they finally tied the knot on July 5, 1958, in a union that flourished for over 65 years.
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June 19, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Thomas E. Penn II, 56, of Jeannette, died Saturday, June 8, 2024. He was born January 7, 1968 in McKeesport, the son of Genevieve (Fornal) Penn of North Huntingdon and the late Thomas E. Penn. Tom was a self-employed computer technician and an Army veteran. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, working on computers, fixing his truck, and watching Star Wars and Rick and Morty. In addition to his father he is preceded in death by his child Riley Penn and grandchildren Dalia Penn and Gavin Hill. He is survived by his wife Carrie (Mazzoni) Penn; his children Jessica Penn and her husband James of Greensburg, Amanda Penn of Jeannette, Emily Penn of North Huntingdon, and Kaylee Penn of Jeannette; his grandchildren Zoey Hill, Raiden Penn, Yara Penn, Riot Penn, Lennon Hill, and Yenna Penn; and his sisters Kimberly Budinsky of Uniontown and Kari Penn of Pittsburgh. At Tom’s request there will be no viewing or services. In lieu of flowers spend some time with your family in memory of Tom. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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