December 17, 2018 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Ernest Segady, Sr., 71, of McKeesport, passed away Sunday, December 16, 2018 at home. He was born April 14, 1947 in McKeesport and was the son of the late William and Gizella (Ficsori) Segady. Ernest was a retired clerk at the McKeesport Post Office, was a member of The Elizabeth Township Ex Servicemen's Association and loved his cars. He is survived by his son, Ernest (Meri) Segady, Jr., of White Oak, daughters, Shari (David) LaCivita of North Huntingdon and Michelle LaRue of Dravosburg 10 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, as well as nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his grandson, Zachary E. Segady, who passed away March 10, 2018. There is no visitation. Private Burial will take place in Mount Vernon Cemetery, McKeesport. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 1638 Lincoln Way, White Oak (412) 672-6322 Troy J. Gilbert, Director. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
December 17, 2018 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Tony Bocetti, age 95, of McKeesport and Forward Twp., passed away on Thursday, December 13, 2018 at home. He retired as a manager for R.E.A. Express in Pittsburgh. An Army veteran serving during World War II, he took part in the Normandy Invasion. He was a former member of the White Oak American Legion, Croatian Fraternal Union #146 of Versailles, Versailles VFW and Versailles AARP, and a former volunteer at the McKeesport Food Bank.
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December 17, 2018 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
John A. “Wacky” Kovac, age 78 of McKeesport, died Friday, December 14, 2018. He was born in Port Vue on February 5, 1940 and is the son of the late Andrew R. and Kathryn Krivonak Kovac. John served in the U. S. Army during the Viet Nam War and was a self-employed painting contractor. He was a member of the PNA Lodge 352 in McKeesport and formerly the Port Vue Golf League.
He is survived by his son, Brent E. (Stephanie) Kovac of Port Vue; grandchildren, Carrington and Ryker Kovac; sister, Audrey (Thomas P.) Catanzaro of Glassport; nieces, Kim (Tony) Dunn-Ruccio of McKeesport, Toni (Will Hodnik) Brundage of Port Vue, Sandy (John Sanford) Catanzaro of Glassport; and nephew, Thomas A. Catanzaro of Glassport.
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December 16, 2018 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Mary Ann (Beam) Markle age 70, of Pittsburgh, formerly of West Mifflin and Dravosburg, on December 15, 2018. She was a daughter of the late Daniel and Marie C. (Lynn) Beam. Mary Ann was a retired bank operator-sorter for National City Bank. She later became a tutor for Greater Pittsburgh Literacy and tutored English as a secondary language instructor. She collected carousels. She is survived by her significant other of 29 years, William G. "Buck" Lorey of Pittsburgh; sister of the late Daryl Hart. Visitation on Wednesday, December 19 from 9 a.m. - noon at the MALOY- SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, (412) 466-3300, where her funeral services will be held at noon, Pastor John Gropp officiating. Burial will be in Jefferson Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Bethany Hospice, 875 Greentree Rd., Parkway Center, Building 6, Ste. 100, Greentree, PA 15220.
December 16, 2018 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Terry Allen Kellar, Sr., age 73, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Saturday, December 15, 2018 at home. A U.S. Navy veteran, he retired as a foreman with U.S. Steel Fairfield Works in Birmingham, AL. Born November 6, 1945 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Michael and Anna (Scherbo) Kellar, and husband of the late Emma (Wallace) Kellar.
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December 15, 2018 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Marie (Wislosky) Dutka, 91, of Irwin, formerly of Trafford, passed away peacefully Wednesday December 12, 2018. She was born August 1, 1927 in Trafford, a daughter of the late Steve and Catherine (Marchyn) Wislosky. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Alexander Dutka, a sister Natalie Bertolo and her brothers John, David, and Steve Wislosky. She was a lifetime member of Christian Life Church, Trafford. Marie is survived by her sons Ron (Julie) Dutka of Irwin and Ken (Jacquelyn) Dutka of North Huntingdon; grandchildren Ethan and Nicholas Dutka; a sister Dorothy (John) Dutka; and nieces and nephews.
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December 15, 2018 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Elsie M. (Holt) Novak, 90, of North Versailles, passed away Friday, December 14 2018. She was born April 23, 1928 in North Versailles, a daughter of the late Harry A. and Hilda M. (Herrmann) Holt and was also preceded in death by her husband Victor A. Novak; a son James H. Novak; and her sister Virginia J. Holt. She was a graduate of East McKeesport High School, attended Westminster College and graduated from the University of Pittsburgh. She was a retired French and English school teacher for the McKeesport Area School District. Elsie was a member of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, North Versailles and the Women of the ELCA. She loved gardening and traveling.
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December 15, 2018 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Lance A. Frye, 21, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday December 14, 2018 at home surrounded by family. He was born March 24, 1997 in Pittsburgh, a son of Wilbur F. and Betsy J. (Bouldin) Frye of North Huntingdon. Lance was a Heart Hero for the American Heart Association, a former camper and counselor for Dr. Bill Neches Heart Camp for Kids, a former player and coach for PAL Adaptive Baseball League, and an Ambassador for Children’s Hospital, Beads of Courage, and Speedway. Lance also was a Make-A-Wish Foundation kid. He was a sports fanatic and a member of Pitcairn Monroeville Sportsman’s Club. He was a graduate of Norwin High School, an employee at Earl’s Dairy Whip, North Huntingdon, and a member of First Presbyterian Church, Irwin.
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December 15, 2018 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
David "Boat" Carr, 81, of McKeesport, formerly of Coulter, passed away Friday, December 14, 2018. He was born June 22, 1937 in McKeesport, a son of the late Clarence and MaryAnn (Fisher) Carr. Prior to his retirement, David was a security guard and a veteran of the US Air Force. He enjoyed playing guitar and singing. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Art Carr. He is survived by his brothers, Jack Carr and his wife, Judy, Patrick Carr and his wife, Maisie, Daniel Carr and his wife, Judy; sister, MaryAnn Maiolo; and 16 nieces and nephews. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday at 10 a.m. in St. Agnes Church with Msgr. Paul Fitzmaurice officiating. Interment to follow in McKeesport-Versailles Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wounded Warriors Project. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
December 15, 2018 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Elizabeth A. “Betty” (Benaim) Wingertzahn, 90, of North Huntingdon, formerly of Herminie, passed way Thursday December 13, 2018. She was born November 14, 1928 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Jacque and Anna (Wiehagen) Benaim. She is survived by her daughter Cheryl Fowler and her husband Dale of North Huntingdon and her granddaughters Chelsea Lynn and Ashley Lauren Fowler. Betty loved animals especially the family dogs. At the family request there will be no viewing.
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December 14, 2018 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Albert M. Serena died Thursday, December 13th in McMurray Pa. He was 87. Albert was born on Valentines Day, February 14, 1931, in North Braddock. He was the only child of Roy Serena and Hazel Smith Serena Garrett. He was married 67 years to Audrey Bisesi Serena.
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December 14, 2018 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Velma M. (Toots) Whitney, 84, of Buena Vista formerly of McKeesport died Friday December 14, 2018. She was the daughter of the late Albert and Janet (Smith) Barker. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband James Whitney. She is survived by daughters Maureen (Robin) Gault and Barbara (Harry) Serena; sons James (Kate) Whitney and Bruce (the late Colleen) Whitney; sister Janet (Earl) Oyler; brother Dwayne (Marylin) Barker; also nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by brothers James, Ted, Bill, Bob, and Albert. Toots was a retired cafeteria worker for the McKeesport Area School District and was a former member of St. Pius Church. Friends received Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne Monday 1-9pm. A funeral mass will be held Tuesday 10am at Holy Name Church with Father Tom Lewandowski. Entombment following at New St. Joseph Cemetery, North Versailles.
December 14, 2018 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Mary Ann Laskey, 69, of Monroeville, passed away Thursday, December 13, 2018. She was born May 25, 1949, a daughter of the late David and Hannah (Gongaware) Hay. Prior to her retirement, Mary Ann was a paralegal and a former member of The Norwin Church of the Nazarene. She enjoyed her pets, following Pinterest, cooking and baking. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, George J. Laskey. She is survived by her daughters, Amanda and Jennifer Laskey; and brother, Roy Hay and his wife, Pam. There will be no visitation. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home. Donations may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes in memory of Mary Ann. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
December 13, 2018 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Ouida A. Mincone, age 87 of Clairton, passed away on Wednesday, December 12, 2018 in John J. Kane Regional Center - Glen Hazel. Born August 15, 1931 in Camden, AR, she was a daughter of the late Lester H. and Willa (Heldebrand) Arnold. A retired bank teller for Equibank in Clairton and a member of Pine Run United Methodist Church, Ouida loved to play cards, especially with her 500 Bid Card Club. She joins her husband, the late Frank A. Mincone, who passed away May 12, 2011.
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December 13, 2018 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Jacquelene "Jackie" Lopretto, age 69, of McKeesport, died December 11, 2018 at Family Hospice & Palliative Care in Pittsburgh. Born May 25, 1949, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late John "Jack" and Helen (Galeziowski) Bentley and the wife of the late David L. Lopretto for 46 years.
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