December 31, 2018 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Deaths Elsewhere
Irma Colaguori, 75, of Bridgeville, formerly of McKeesport, passed away on December 29, 2018. Loving wife of the late Vincent Colaguori. Sister of Lina Colavecchia. Dear aunt of Anthony (Faye) Colavecchia and Bruno (Debbie) Colavecchia. Great-aunt of Nicole (Dan) Taylor, Lisa Colavecchia, Joe (Brooke) Colavecchia, Matthew (Lindsey) Colavecchia and Michael (Chelsie) Colavecchia. She is the great-great-aunt of nine nieces and nephews. Arrangements by BEINHAUER-FRYER.
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December 31, 2018 |
By Ott Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: Joseph F. Ott Funeral Home
of North Huntingdon died Sunday December 30, 2018 at her home.
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December 30, 2018 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Mark Lee Jordan, age 63, of McKeesport died on December 29, 2018. He was born in McKeesport on April 15, 1955 and is the son of James Joseph and the late Ardythe June Soult Jordan. He was the owner of Mark Jordan Auto Sales in McKeesport for many years.
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December 30, 2018 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Douglas Keith Roberts, 64, of Manor, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 25, 2018. He was born January 15, 1954 in Pittsburgh, a son of late William and Virginia (Walder) Roberts. Doug was a 1971 graduate of Norwin High School where he was an all-star wrestler and was later inducted into the Norwin Hall of Fame. Prior to his retirement he was a member of the Operating Engineers Local 66. Doug will be remembered for his patience, good sense of humor, and quick wit. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Jeffrey; and father in-law Dennis Hearn. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of over 40 years Gayle (Hearn) Roberts; the proud father of daughters Desha (Tony) Matthews of Greensburg and Kensee (William) Lusebrink of Irwin; granddaughters that were the joy of his life Reese and Rilynn Matthews; his brother Greg (Darlene) Roberts of North Huntingdon; his sister Barb Roberts of Ohio; mother in-law Janet Hearn; sisters in-law Sandy Jones, Debbie (Dale) Robinson, Kim (Jeff) Mayer, and Julie (John) Gurowski; and numerous nieces and nephews.
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December 30, 2018 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Clifford E. Denton Jr., age 91, of North Versailles, formerly of Harrisburg, passed away Monday, December 24, 2018. He was born July 11, 1927 in New York City, a son of the late Clifford and Sharon (Fogarty) Denton. He served in the Marines during World War II and started his career in the newspaper business working for the New York Daily News. He was bureau chief for Stars and Stripes in Saigon during the Vietnam War and afterwards spent many years living in Japan. After retiring from the newspaper industry, he worked in the Department of Aging for the State of Pennsylvania. He loved sailing, playing the piano and sharing stories with friends and loved ones.
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December 30, 2018 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
William T. Snodgrass, 77, of North Huntingdon, died Wednesday December 26, 2018. He was born February 25, 1941 in Waynesburg, a son of the late Raymond E. and Erna (Morgan) Snodgrass and was also preceded in death by a brother Raymond “Eddie” Snodgrass. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Kathy (Hughes) Snodgrass; three children, Allen (Beth) Snodgrass of Royersford, Susan (Mark) Petti of Margate City, NJ, and Jeremy (Julie) Snodgrass of Wilmington, NC; six beloved grandchildren, Bethany, Zachary, Morgan, Rachael, Jessica, and Jayden; and a sister Lovella Burns of Waynesburg. Bill was a 1959 graduate of Waynesburg High School and a 1963 graduate of Waynesburg College. He taught Science in the Penn Hills School district for 30 years, retired, and continued his teaching career at St. Colman School in Turtle Creek for 12 years. He was an avid wrestler in both high school and college and officiated wrestling in the WPIAL for many years.
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December 29, 2018 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Louis Hutsko, age 81 of North Versailles passed on to his heavenly reward, surrounded by his family, on Friday, December 28, 2018. He was born March 13, 1937 in McKeesport, the son of the late Peter and Mary Agnes Tassone Hutsko, and is the husband of the late Lois Jean Duncan Hutsko.
He was an electrician and worked for National Tube and then retired from Motor Coils Manufacturing in Braddock. He was a minister for The Church of Jesus Christ, Glassport, a member of United Steel Workers Local 1408, and the Renzie Seniors. He also enjoyed getting together with his long-time friends in the McKeesport area. His greatest joy was spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Louis is survived by his daughters, Susan (Donald) Romano of White Oak, Donna (the late Joseph) Prizner of North Versailles, son, Timothy Hutsko of Cranberry Twp.; grandchildren, Jason (Kimberly), Ryan (Kristen), Natalie (Anthony), Joseph IV, Kelsie and Shon; great-grandchildren, Nicholas, Piper Leia, Katalina, Aurora “Rory”; brother, Peter (Jolene) Hutsko, Jr. of Ocala, Florida.
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December 29, 2018 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Mark Johnston Guffey, Sr., age 59, of Greensburg, formerly of White Oak, died Thursday, December 27, 2018. He was born in McKeesport on October 6, 1959 and is the son of Ann Johnston of North Huntingdon and Earle (Dee) Guffey of Naples, Florida. He is a 1978 graduate of McKeesport Area School District and a very proud alumni of Penn State University. He was a season ticket holder of the Pittsburgh Steelers and was a co-owner of Johnston the Florist. In his spare time, he enjoyed water and snow skiing, riding motorcycles, and keeping acres and acres of grass manicured like a golf course.
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December 29, 2018 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
John C. Sowa, age 91, of White Oak, died December 28, 2018, at his home. Born October 7, 1927, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Mitro and Emilia (Volota) Sowa.
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December 28, 2018 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Shanon Edward Davis "Doo Man" Williams, age 23, of McKeesport, died December 23, 2018, in Homewood. Born March 20, 1995, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Washie Davis Williams, III and Sharyl L. Vavra.
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December 28, 2018 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Lois J. Nirschel, age 87, of Pittsburgh, formerly of Mount Washington, died December 21, 2018, at Reformed Presbyterian Home. Born August 15, 1931, in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of the late Roy and Anna (McGrath) Baxendell and the wife of the late Carl X. Nirschel.
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December 28, 2018 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Katherine E. “Cassie” Johnson, age 96, of Lincoln Borough, passed away peacefully at home and went home to be with the Lord on Monday, December 24, 2018. As a retired employee of the South Hills Health System/Jefferson Hospital, and as one of the original Girl Scout leaders in Lincoln Borough, she was loved by many. She was a member of Elizabeth United Methodist Church, a former member of the Lincoln Borough Mother’s Club, and was a Navy Wave veteran of World War II. She was an avid gardener and nature lover.
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December 28, 2018 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Evelyn Gloria Miller, 87, of Buena Vista, passed away Thursday, December 27, 2018. She was born May 25, 1931 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Steven and Mary (Toth) Martonyak. She was the wife of the late Ralph A. Miller, who passed away November 7, 2014. They were married for 63 years. Evelyn was a member of the former Holy Trinity Church in McKeesport. She loved to cook and bake and was a great 10 pin bowler. She was an avid card player, enjoying poker and pinochle. She also enjoyed Bingo and Pittsburgh Penguins Hockey.
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December 28, 2018 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
CHARLES D. "JAKE" BARNES age 97 of West Mifflin on December 26, 2018 at home. He was a son of the late Charles C. and Laura (Watkins) Barnes. Jake was retired from US Steel Homestead Works, 100 inch mill with 40 years service. He was a member of St. Agnes Church, West Mifflin. He enjoyed tinkering, gardening and going to flea markets. Jake was a very humble person and believed in treating everyone as he would like to be treated. He proudly served his country in the Army Air Corp. during WWII. Beloved husband of the late Susan "Sue" (Manns) Barnes for 70 years; father of Terry L. (Doris) Barnes of Findlay, OH, Sandy (late Paul) Mancini of Kinsman, OH, Dorsey (Tom) Solich of Howland, OH, Carol (Jim) Howard of West Mifflin, Sheryl (Ed) Eichenlaub of Bethel Park and Sue Muha of West Mifflin; also 16 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; brother of Lois Jean (the late Russ) Hunter of Union City, PA, the late Robert (late Rita) Barnes, late Lewis (late Kathleen) Barnes and the late Virginia Barnes. Visitation on Friday, December 28, 2018 from 3-8 p.m. and Saturday 10:30 a.m. - noon at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, PA 412-466-3300 where his funeral services will be held at noon. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin with military honors. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to one's favorite charity.
December 28, 2018 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
SHEILA H. (HOLAHAN) HAMAR age 85 of West Mifflin on December 27, 2018 She was a daughter of the late John and Mary (White) Holahan; Sheila was a member of Sts. Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Church and was a member of St. Francis Academy Alumni Association and a member of the Riverview Mothers Club. She was the beloved wife of the late Robert J. "Chip" Hamar for 49 years; mother of Maureen (Dr. Thomas) Reilly of Mooresville, NC, Roberta (Donald) Baker of Dormont, Sandra Hamar of Brentwood, James R. Hamar of West Mifflin, Judith Hamar of West Mifflin, John H. (Rebecca) Hamar of Baldwin, Jospeh A. (Sherri) Hamar of West Mifflin, Eugene A. (Dee) Hamar of West Mifflin, Jeffrey (Laurie) Hamar of Brackney, PA, Sheila (Chris) Radovic of West Mifflin, Patricia (Earl) Anderson of Seattle, WA and Karen (Skip) Williams of West Mifflin; also 15 grandchildren; sister of Judith Holahan of Mt. Lebanon and the late Maureen (late Eugene) Dibble. Visitation on Friday, December 28, 2018 from 2:-30 -4:30 p.m. and 5:30 - 8 p.m., at the
MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne 412-466-3300 where a Panahida service will be held on Saturday, 9 a.m., in the funeral home. Followed by Office of Christian Burial at 9:30 at Sts. Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Church, Duquesne. Rev. John Cuccaro officiating. Burial will be in the Parish Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Research Hospital.
