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Judith "Judy" Ann Curry

October 22, 2018 |

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

Judith "Judy" Ann Curry, 77, of Elizabeth Township, died Saturday, October 20, 2018. She was born November 25, 1940 in West Elizabeth and was the daughter of the late Frank and Sara (Walker) Bartko. Judy and her husband Michael are the owners of Johnny's Drive-In in West Elizabeth. She is survived by her husband, Michael Curry, sons, Michael D. Curry of Carnegie and Jeffrey Allen (Kathy) Curry of Oxford, and grandchildren, Luke and Sara Curry.

 
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Fenicia Rosa "Fannie" Como

October 22, 2018 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Fenicia Rosa "Fannie" Como, age 95, of Port Vue, died October 20, 2018, at Senior Care Plaza of McKeesport. Born September 18, 1923, in Monessen, she was the daughter of the late Antonio and Antoinette (Satriano) Stella and the wife of the late John J. Como.

 
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Elizabeth A. (Komondor) Lux

October 22, 2018 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

Elizabeth A. (Komondor) Lux, 95, of Glassport died Oct. 21, 2018.  She is the wife of the late Edwin A. Lux, Sr. and is survived by her step daughter, Irma Boda; also nieces and nephews.  Elizabeth was a member of Queen of the Rosary Parish.  Friends received Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport, Tues. from 1-3, at which time a funeral blessing will be held with Father Miroslaus Wojcicki.  In liew of flowers, memorial contributions may be mad to your favorite charity.

 


Kathleen E. Eastman

October 22, 2018 |

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

Kathleen E. Eastman, age 65, of West Mifflin, died October 20, 2018, at UPMC McKeesport. Born October 9, 1953, in West Mifflin, she was the daughter of the late John Patrick and Delores Hanna and the wife of Robert "Eep" Eastman.

 
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James F. Svec

October 22, 2018 |

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

James F. Svec, age 78, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Sunday, October 21, 2018 in Jefferson Hospital. A retired group benefits administrator for Alcoa in Pittsburgh, he was a U.S. Navy Veteran and a member of Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church in Elizabeth Twp. He was also a member of the East McKeesport Masonic Lodge #765 of Duquesne, the North Huntingdon AARP, a lifetime member of the Central Volunteer Fire Company, and was a former civil service coordinator in Elizabeth Twp. In his spare time, he enjoyed playing dart ball at Central Highlands. 

 
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Elizabeth "Betty" Olwell

October 21, 2018 |

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

Elizabeth "Betty" Olwell, 88, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday October 20, 2018 at Transitions Health Care,  North Huntingdon.  She was born January 14, 1930  in Pittsburgh, Pa., a daughter of the late Raymond and Loretta Huber Gordon.  Betty was a member of St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon, North Huntingdon Democrat Club, 500 Bid Card Club, Christian Mothers and the Women at the Moose. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Richard; son, Richard Jr.; brothers, John, Robert and Raymond Gordon; sisters, Dolores Bradley and Norma Condrin.  She is survived by her sons, Raymond (Susie), Jude (Anna),  Kenneth (Donna), James (Karen); daughter Lorrie Kabana (Al); 11 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren; sisters,  Lorraine McCartan, and Maryann Gordon.

 
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Paul H. Bergman

October 21, 2018 |

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

Paul H. Bergman, 85, of North Huntingdon died October 20, 2018 at his home surrounded by his family.  He was born October 17, 1933 in Irwin, son of the late Harold and Hazel Peterson Bergman.  Paul was a member of The Lutheran Church of Our Saviour, and The Italian Brotherhood of Guffey.  Prior to retirement he was employed as a Purchasing Agent for Penn State Tool & Die. Paul was a US Army Veteran having served during the Korean War.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother Donald and sister Carole Ann Aiken.  He is survived by his wife Nancy, sons Drew (Sandi) and Brian.  Grandchildren Jesse, Brian, Beth (Rick) Mitchell, Aaron and Nicolina.  Great Grandchildren Aria and Richard (RJ).

 
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Sarah C. Petras

October 20, 2018 |

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

Sarah “Sally” C. Petras, age 79 of McKeesport, died Saturday, October 20, 2018 at LGAR Health & Rehabilitation Center, Turtle Creek, PA. She was born March 15, 1939 in New Eagle, PA, the daughter of the late Daniel M. and Lois Seng Plummer. In her early years Sally worked at R.E. Kaplan Furniture, Pittsburgh Playhouse, Hamil Manufacturing and Johnston the Florist. She enjoyed sewing and making clothes and costumes for her daughter. Her greatest joy was tending to her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Leslie F. Petras; daughter, Danielle Anthony of N. Huntingdon; brother, Daniel Plummer of Santa Monica, CA; and grandchildren, Katherine Rose and Gabriel J. Anthony.

 
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Clorinda “Clo” Mastrocola

October 19, 2018 |

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

Clorinda “Clo” Mastrocola, age 95, of North Versailles, passed away Tuesday, October 16, 2018. She was born August 12, 1923 in East McKeesport, a daughter of the late Charles and Nichol Mastrocola. She was a member of the Christ Lutheran Church in Forest Hills. She worked in the drafting department of Westinghouse Corporation in East Pittsburgh for over 39 years before retiring. She volunteered at the museum in Wilmerding and was a proud supporter of President Donald Trump. She is survived by her sisters Katherine Mastrocola and Betty (Richard) Groff; and many nieces and nephews.
 
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Kathryn Z. Murcek

October 19, 2018 |

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

Kathryn Z. Murcek, 94, a resident of Golden Heights, former of North Huntingdon, died Wednesday October 17, 2018. She was born December 12, 1923 in Duquesne, a daughter of the late Rev. John and Katherine (Cernacek) Murcek and was also preceded in death by her siblings Olga Klevemann, Si, John L., David J., Milan S., Walter A., Daniel B., and Dr. Martin Murcek, Mildred Galla, and Milicent Prokop. She was a graduate of Duquesne High School and attended the Art Institute of Pittsburgh for two years. She was a retired assistant officer for Mellon Bank, Pittsburgh.
 
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Barry C. Johnson

October 19, 2018 |

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

Barry C. Johnson, age 70, of Elizabeth, passed away on Thursday, October 18, 2018 at home. He retired as a crane operator for Tube City Iron & Metal in West Mifflin. A former member of Bethesda United Presbyterian Church in Elizabeth, he was a school bus driver with Matthews Bus Garage and a former starter at Butler's Golf Course. 

 
 
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Irene Ruth Stokes

October 19, 2018 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Irene “Rene” Ruth Harmon Stokes, 94, of Clairton, formerly of Elrama, passed away at Lawson’s Nursing Home Friday, October 19, 2018 to be received into the everlasting arms of our Savior.  She was born October 3, 1924, in Finleyville, to the late Kinzy F. and Annie Mae Tulloh Harmon.  Irene was a loving wife, of 70 years, to the late Robert I. Stokes.  She is survived by daughters, Deborah S. (William) Straub of Daniels, WV, Gayle S. Colonna of Clairton; son, Gary R. (Cheryl) Stokes of McKeesport; grandchildren, Rebekah Straub of Lexington, KY, Abbey Miller of Trafford, Jennifer  Colonna of Portland, OR, Meghan (Frank) Walker of New Albany, OH, Leland Colonna of Clairton; great-grandchildren, Baylee, Finlee, Rylee, Bentlee; loving nieces, nephews, family and friends.  Along with her parents and spouse, Irene was preceded in death by siblings; Phoebe O’Dell, Edith Bardyn, Marge Jenkins, William Harmon, Merle Stout, Albert Harmon, Kathleen Parish, Leonard Harmon, Eloise Brallier, and Lena Mae Cowden.  She was a graduate of Clairton High School and attended Duff’s School of Business. Irene was a member of Pine Run United Methodist Church where she taught Sunday School.  She enjoyed cooking, baking, gardening, church, and spending time with her family.  Visitation will take place Sunday, October 21, 2018 from 6 – 8 pm at S. M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th Street, Clairton,  PA   15025.  A memorial service will take place on Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at the funeral home followed by interment at Mount Vernon Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Family Hospice & Palliative Care, 50 Moffett Street, Pittsburgh,  PA   15243. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com

 


Ellis M. "Eli" Lea

October 19, 2018 |

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

Ellis M. "Eli" Lea, age 75 of Clairton, passed away on Thursday, October 18, 2018 in Family Hospice and Palliative Care, Mt. Lebanon.  Born February 27, 1943 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late John and Helen (Snizik) Lea.  A retiree from US Steel Clairton Works, Eli was a former star quarterback for Clairton High School and will be sadly missed by family and friends.  He is survived by his wife Georgette Tatalovich Lea; his two sons and daughter, and many loving friends and family.  Funeral services for Eli will be private at the request of the family.  Arrangements by the A.J. Bekavac Funeral Home, 555 5th. St., Clairton, PA 15025 (412-233-5700) www.bekavacfuneralhome.com    

 


William G. Conroy

October 19, 2018 |

By Hunter Funeral Home | Posted in: Hunter Funeral Home

William G. Conroy, 99, formerly of Elizabeth Township, died Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at Solaris Health Care in Port Charlotte, Florida.  Born in Duquesne, March 6, 1919, he was the son of the late Patrick and Mammie Gerber Conroy.  Husband of the late Betty J. Hawthorne Conroy, he is survived by his son, Leslie H. (Cheryl) Conroy of Statesville, NC, by his daughter, Barbara K. (Richard) Harris of Port Charlotte, FL, and by 4 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.  Mr. Conroy was the owner of Heavenly Homes of Liberty Borough, was a member, elder and trustee of the former Immanuel Presbyterian Church in McKeesport, was a member of Aliquippa Lodge, Free and Accepted Masons, and served in WW II with the U.S. Coast Guard.  A service will be held Saturday, October 27, 2018 at 11:00 AM in the chapel of Mount Vernon Cemetery with the Rev. Dr. Jay Hollingsworth officiating.  Hunter Funeral Home, Inc., 1600 Coursin Street, McKeesport, PA is in charge of arrangements.

 


Helen S. Paradise

October 19, 2018 |

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

Helen S. Paradise, age 98, of North Versailles, died on October 16, 2018. Born in Carnegie, PA., she was the daughter of the late John and Mary (Zanovick) Skripkar.

 
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