February 07, 2018 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
John “Chris” C. Wolfram, age 69 of Irwin, passed away Monday, February 5, 2018. He was born October 7, 1948, the son of the late Victor and Helen (Loveday) Wolfram. He was a Navy veteran who went on to work as a finance manager for numerous car dealerships for over 30 years before retiring. On his days off, you would always find him on the golf course. He is survived by his daughters Paula (Michael) Giran of North Huntingdon and Brandi Wolfram of Irwin; granddaughter Ciara Giran; sisters Susie (Robert) Golier of Pittsburgh, and Barbara (Alvin) McElfresh and Victoria (Dick) Muckinhaupt both of Venice, Florida; his very special aunt Lois Meisel, also of Venice, Florida; and many nieces and nephews.
Read More
February 07, 2018 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Margaret Vera Cielieska, age 96, of McKeesport, died February 5, 2018, at John J. Kane Regional Medical Center, Scott Twp.
Read More
February 06, 2018 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Alexander (Alex) J. Semchak, 96, of Greenock, Elizabeth Township, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2018 surrounded by his beloved son, daughter, and close family friends. He was born on June 5, 1921 in McKeesport, and was the son of the late Georgius and Maria (Cybak) Semchak. Alex, a WWII Veteran, proudly served his country as a Captain in the US Army Signal Corps. His distinguished military service was acknowledged by the many commendations he received including the following: American Campaign Medal-WWII, American Defense Medal with Bronze Star-WWII, Army Good Conduct Medal with Bronze Two Knot Device, European-African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with Bronze Star, WWII Victory Medal, and the Army Presidential Unit Citation. It was during his 4 year tour of duty in Europe that he met and married the love of his life, Valerie (Ludgate) Semchak. Alex was well known due to his membership in numerous social clubs including the following: White Oak American Legion Post 701, Elizabeth Township Ex-Serviceman's Association in Boston, Sutersville Moose Lodge 1358, Order of the Owls Nest 1649, Buena Vista Volunteer Fire Co, Croation Club and Croation Men's Club Lodge 146 in Versailles, 11th Ward Welfare Association in McKeesport and the WMBU in Blythedale.
Read More
February 06, 2018 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Armand A. Lombardo, age 87 of White Oak, died Tuesday, February 6, 2018. He was born January 13, 1931 in the Bloomfield section of Pittsburgh, the son of the late Armand E. and Elena F. Mazzotta Lombardo. He was a graduate of McKeesport High School and the University of Pittsburgh. Armand was the former owner of Reliable Auto Service in McKeesport. He was a teacher for Allegheny Intermediate Unit and was an accomplished artist, woodworker, carver, and sculptor. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed hunting, fishing, skiing, and gardening. He was also an outstanding chef who loved baking bread and preparing delicious Italian meals for family and friends.
Read More
February 06, 2018 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Joseph J. Squillace Sr., 85, of White Oak, went home to the Lord Thursday, Feb. 1, 2018. Born Sept. 20, 1932, in McKeesport, he was a son of Antonio and Corinda (Pacifico) Squillace and the beloved husband of Bernadine (Jeney) Squillace. Joseph was the owner of the former Joseph J. Sr. Real Estate Agency and was a Prudential Life Insurance agent for more than 25 years.
Read More
February 06, 2018 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Ralph R. Weber Jr., 66, of Greensburg, passed away Saturday, February 3, 2018 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital.
Read More
February 06, 2018 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
CATHERINE A. "CATHY" (CONROY) BUDAI age 71, of Scottdale, PA, formerly of West Mifflin, on February 3, 2018. She was a daughter of the late Thomas and Anne (Bonacci) Conroy. Cathy retired as a department manager at Hill's Department Store, Kennywood Mall. She was the wife of the late David L. Budai, Sr.; mother of David (Carol) Budai, Jr., of Zephyrhills, FL and Dean (Florence Fallon) Budai, of West Mifflin; grandmother of David James Budai, Daniel Lawrence Budai and Nathan Thomas Budai; sister of the late Ellen (late Robert) Coret. Also survived by her caregivers and loving family, Michael and Chris Tkacs, of Scottdale. There will be no visitation or services. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital . Arrangements entrusted to MALOY - SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., Duquesne, PA 412-466-3300.
February 05, 2018 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Patricia A. "Patsy" Christeson, 79, of Elizabeth Township, died Sunday, February 4, 2018 at home with her children and her dog, Lucy by her side. She was born December 10, 1938 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Thomas and Catherine Skiffington Martin. She was the wife of the late Alfred E. "Chris" Christeson who died August 23, 2007. They were married for 46 years. She was a member of the former St. Pius V Catholic Church in McKeesport and the Kiwanis Club. She was an amazing seamstress that could design, sew, or make anything and everything. She began sewing when she was 5 years old and making alterations on people's clothes before she was 10. She always said that we could take away her car, but not her sewing machine. She handmade her grandchildren's Christening and Baptismal gowns which are even more cherished now. She was happiest at her family built cabin in Cameron County, with her late husband, children and grandchildren where she enjoyed hunting, fishing, sewing and making items with wood (furniture, cedar chests and chairs) with many going to family or friends. She is survived by children, Michael (Carol) Christeson of Washington, Daniel (Roberta Walk) Christeson, Paul "Toby" (Jamie) Christeson and Kristine (Jack) Cant of Elizabeth Township. "G" spent a lot of time with her grandchildren, Jess Cant, Kaitlyn, Pearl, Kaylee, and Alfred Christeson. She is also survived by her brother, James "Mickey" Martin of Winterhaven, Florida, sister-in-law, Dee Martin of North Huntingdon, and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
Read More
February 05, 2018 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Wayne Cramer, 91, of Elizabeth Township, died Sunday, February 4, 2018. He was born April 20, 1926 in Elizabeth and was the son of the late Albert Cramer, Sr., and the late Margaret Rothey Cramer. He and his late brother Albert owned and operated the former Cramer Brothers Marine in Elizabeth. Wayne and Albert loved Muskie Fishing in Canada. He is survived by his wife, Hazel J. Chaussinand Cramer, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Albert and his wife Veronica Cramer, Jr.
Read More
February 05, 2018 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Janet E. Galla-Schibik, age 69 of Liberty Borough died February 2, 2018 at home with her beloved daughter Kelly by her side.
Read More
February 04, 2018 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Dolores Marie “Dolly” (Mihalic) Gondos, 81, of Elizabeth Township, died Saturday, February 3, 2018. She was born June 13, 1936 in Donora and was the daughter of the late John J. and Mary A. (Kosko) Mihalic. She was a member of St. Patrick Parish in Christy Park. Dolly was a retired Library Aide for the Elizabeth Forward School District and had previously worked for US Steel and Columbia Gas in Donora. She enjoyed her ladies card club, working crossword puzzles, watching Jeopardy and NCIS, and trying to figure out the clues to where the Daily News Easter Egg was hidden. She was an avid Steelers and Notre Dame fan. She loved holiday get-togethers with family, beach vacations in Outer Banks, NC, and the annual Gondos family reunion. In her younger days, she enjoyed canning tomatoes and making the best pizza sauce around – her recipe was even published in the local newspaper!
Read More
February 04, 2018 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
John V. Scozio, age 69, of North Huntington, died Friday, February 2nd, 2018. He was born December 17, 1948, the son of the late John and Viola Scozio.
Read More
February 04, 2018 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Ann M. Luketic, age 93 of Port Vue, passed away on Sunday, February 4, 2018 in Riverside Care Center, McKeesport. Born September 19, 1924 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late John and Ann (Pavlicic) Kolic.
Read More
February 04, 2018 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Lily M. (Brown) Walter, of Sewickley, formerly of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Friday, February 2, 2018. Born in Elizabeth on January 30, 1923, she was the daughter of the late David and Virgie (Haywood) Brown and wife of the late Shimer Walter for 60 years.
Read More
February 03, 2018 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Thomas Pyle, age 26, of Versailles died on February 3, 2018. He was born in Mount Pleasant on August 23, 1991.
Read More
