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Annamay Palmer

June 28, 2017 |

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

Annamay Palmer, age 91 of West Mifflin, went peacefully with the Lord on Tuesday, June 27, 2017. She was born in McKeesport on January 2, 1926, the daughter of the late Frank and Elizabeth Sharkey Matejcic and wife of the late Edward J. Palmer. Annamay retired from Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory where she worked as a secretary in administration. She was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan, and especially loved the Steelers.

 
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Michele Marie Trovato

June 28, 2017 |

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

Michele Marie Trovato, 62, of Liberty Borough, died Monday June 26, 2017. She was born October 6, 1954 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Michael E. and Martha A. Witzell Chiaverini. Michele worked for South Allegheny High School and Nutrition Inc., and had previously worked for St. Patrick Catholic Church and the former McKeesport National Bank and G.C. Murphy Co. She was a member of the Palanese League of America in Christy Park, and was a member of the Christian Mothers at the former St. Eugene Catholic Church in Liberty Borough. Michele loved Crafting and Scrap Booking, making Jewelry and loved spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband of 41 years, Daniel S. Trovato, daughter, Karyn (Derrick) Pope and son, Michael Trovato of Liberty Borough, sister, Cindy (George) Myers of Lincoln Borough, brother, Michael C. (Paul) Chiaverini of West Bloomfield, MI, grandchildren, Devyn Pope and Alayna Palochko, nephew, Allen (Brittney) Myers, great nephew, Hudson Myers, and cousins.

 
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Waneta Frances Datig

June 28, 2017 |

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

Waneta Frances Datig, 89, of Greensburg, formerly of Versailles, died Tuesday June 27, 2017. She was born August 10, 1927 in Versailles and was the daughter of the late George and Emma Victoria Osterman Fisher. Waneta was an artist, loved music, dancing and big bands, especially the Glen Miller Band. She is survived by her daughters, Victoria L. (Paul) Runtich of Ardara, Francie (Kurt) Sedlock of Greenock, and Marcia (Peter) Astin of Unity Township, sons, Gilbert L. (Reta) Datig of Norfolk, VA, and Kenneth W. (Brenda) Datig of Glen Burnie, MD, grandchildren, Michelle, Heather, Jason, Warren Jr., Trisha, Tiffany and William, 8 great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

 
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Eileen E. (Carpenter) Wiltrek

June 28, 2017 |

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

Eileen E. (Carpenter) Wiltrek, age 61, of North Huntingdon, passed away on Monday, June 26, 2017. She was born April 9, 1956 in Philadelphia, a daughter of the late John and Eva (Hossler) Carpenter. She was a member of the Norwin Christian Church in North Huntingdon, and had a deep passion for helping children in need. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband David Wiltrek; daughter Kimberly E. Grande; and brother Harvey Rhoades. She is survived by her children John D. Wiltrek of North Irwin and Carole M. Wiltrek of North Huntingdon; Son-in-law Joseph Grande of Farrell; grandchildren Jenna Wiltrek, David Grande, Sara Wiltrek and Alyssa Wiltrek; sister Gloria (William) Cuthbert of Philadelphia; nieces Dawn Kohn and Karen C. (Kevin) Lochel; and nephews William D. Cuthbert and Jason Wiltrek.
 
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Margaret K (Vircik) Vasilisin

June 28, 2017 |

By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home

Margaret K (Vircik) Vasilisin, 85, of Munhall, died peacefully at home on Monday, June 26, 2017. Born in Duquesne, on January 14, 1932, she was the daughter of the late George and Anna (Fedor) Vircik. Mrs. Vasilisin was a member of Ss. Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Church, Duquesne. A graduate of McKeesport School of Nursing, she was a retired Registered Nurse and a retired claims processor for Blue Cross. She was the beloved wife of Michael E. Vasilisin, she is also survived by her loving children; Michael (June) Vasilisin, Alan Vasilisin, and Kathleen Vasilisin; three grandchildren, Brian and Justin Vasilisin, and Meghan Hoover; and three great grandchildren, Aubrey and Owen Vasilisin, and Carson Hoover.

 
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Mary A. Durst

June 28, 2017 |

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

Mary A. Durst, age 92, of Greensburg, formerly of North Huntingdon, passed away Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at Walnut Ridge, Greensburg.

 
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Patricia J. Riazzi

June 27, 2017 |

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

Patricia Jean (Wolf) Riazzi, age 87, of McKeesport, died June 26, 2017 at The Palms at O’Neil. Born January 28, 1930 in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late George Jr. and Jean (Currie) Wolf, and the wife of the late Eugene F. Riazzi. She is survived by sons, Eugene (Wendy) Riazzi, Greg (Mimi) Riazzi, Gerry (Becky) Riazzi, and Gilbert (Cindy) Riazzi; grandchildren, Natalie, Gina, Anthony, Shawn, Zachary, Shelby, Nathan, and Taylor; great-grandchildren, Olivia and Maura; sister, Lois Geer; brother, George N. Wolf, III. She was preceded in death by her grandson, Jordan Riazzi and sister, Frances Hydak. At the request of the family, services will be private. Arrangements were entrusted to Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory.  Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com

 


Patricia L. Hammons

June 27, 2017 |

By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home

Patricia L. Hammons, 62, of Clairton, Pennsylvania, departed this life Friday, June 23, 2017 in AHN Jefferson Hospital. She was born August 22, 1954 in McKeesport, daughter of Marian Ramseur Hammons and the late Lee Cornelius Hammons; She was also preceded in death by siblings, Kenneth Hammons and Darryl Hammons.

 
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Rita Ranelli

June 27, 2017 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Rita (Hirosky) Ranelli died May 28 in her home in Acme, PA.

 
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Nicholas J. "Nick" Farace

June 26, 2017 |

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

Nicholas J. "Nick" Farace, age 90 of Versailles, passed away on Sunday, June 25, 2017 in Forbes Hospital in Monroeville.  Born October 1, 1926 in Scottdale,he was a son of the late Joseph and Cora (Rinaldi) Farace.

 
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Linda (McCullers) Reichenbach Andy

June 26, 2017 |

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

Linda (McCullers) Reichenbach Andy, 68, of Port Vue, died Wednesday June 21, 2017. She was born February 12, 1949 in McKeesort and was the daughter of Geraldine Ruth Dunlap Gibala of Liberty Borough and the late Ottis McCullers. She is survived by her husband, Frank Edwin Andy, children, Lorraine (Michael) Lindsay and Charles (Melissa) Reichenbach of Lincoln Borough, and Roger (Rebecca) Reichenbach of Elizabeth Township, brother, Curtis (Sandy) McCullers and their daughter Kristen of Scottdale, sister, Michelle (Dave) Molanick and their children, Kaylie and Hunter of Liberty Borough, grandchildren, Stephanie, Lindsay, Ben and Charlie Reichenbach and Brandon Hale, and great-grandchild, Landyn Reichenbach.

 
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Charlene George-Davis

June 26, 2017 |

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

Charlene George-Davis, 60, of North Huntingdon, passed away at home with her family at her side on Sunday June 25, 2017. She was born July 20, 1956 in Front Royal, VA. She is survived by her mother, Betty Rinker George of FL, son, Bryan (Sara) Bogonovich of Jeannette, daughter, Brittny (Chris) Mient of Greenock, brother, John (Sandy) George, II of North Huntingdon, brother-in-law, Mike Rasinski of FL, grandchildren,Cierra, Logan, Noah, and Liam, nieces, nephews and her companion, David Borst.

 
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Mildred Jean "Midge" Jefferis

June 26, 2017 |

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

Mildred Jean "Midge" Jefferis, 86, of Greenock, died Saturday June 24, 2017. She was born February 22, 1931 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late John and Edna Mann Adams. She was the wife of the late William Edward Jefferis who died in 1967. She was a member of the Greenock United Methodist Church and the Eastern Star. She had worked for the Elizabeth Forward School District and Duquesne Light Co. She is survived by her sons, The Rev. John K. (Elise) Jefferis of Oakmont, and Keith W. Jefferis of Greenock, daughter, Jaime Lynn (Brad) Hunt of Richmond, VA, grandchildren, Adam and Jacob Jefferis and Tyler and Megan Hunt, great-grandchildren, Elizabeth, William, Henry and Fitz Jefferis,  sister-in-law, Lois Adams of Greenock, and nephews.

 
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William A. "Bill" Balogh

June 26, 2017 |

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

William A. "Bill" Balogh, 92, of Jefferson Hills, passed away Saturday June 24, 2017. He was born May 14, 1925 in McKeesport and was the youngest of three sons of the late Gabor and Mary Szekely Balogh. Bill was a lifelong member of the Free Hungarian Reformed Church n McKeesport and served as a church elder for 20 years. This is where he met his future wife, Irene Orosz. They married on June 19, 1948 in McKeesport. Irene passed away on October 19, 2011. They were married for 63 years.He was a dedicated and loving caretaker for Irene in the last years of her life. Bill was a 57 member of Stephen Bayard Lodge 526 F & AM, and served as Worshipful Master and Treasurer. He was a member of the Masonic Veterans, the Tall Cedars of Lebanon, McKeesport Forest, and was also a 32 degree Mason with the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Valley of Pittsburgh .

 
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Robert Dal Barron

June 26, 2017 |

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

Robert Dal Barron, age 79, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Monday, June 26, 2017 at Family Hospice & Palliative Care. He retired as an accounts receivable group leader for U.S. Steel in Pittsburgh.  He was an Army veteran. His greatest joy was spending time with his family. 

 
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