Robert N. Button

November 07, 2017 |

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

Robert N. Button, 89, of North Huntingdon, died Sunday November 5, 2017 at home. He was born December 11, 1928 in Hazelwood, a son of the late Robert William and Catherine Rita (McGeary) Button and was also preceded in death by his wife of 58 years Irene Barbara (Kolesar) Button, his son-in-law Steve Alagich, and siblings Earl, Jane, and William Button. He was an Army Air Forces WWII veteran and a retired employee of Blawnox Machine. He was a founding member of All Souls Episcopal Church, North Versailles, a 60 year member of Shidle Lodge No. 601 Free and Accepted Masons, Irwin, the Bromas Club, and Syria Temple. He loved his family and enjoyed visiting his daughter and granddaughters in Texas. Surviving are his daughters Deborah E. (Richard) Silcox of Texas, Cheryl Alagich of North Huntingdon, and Barbara L. (John) McIntyre of North Irwin; granddaughters Danielle Blair (fiancé Billy), Nicole (John) Webb, Melissa (Ed) Waible, Amber Alagich, Ashlee (Dan) Pelczar, and Whiney (Tyler) Briggs; and great grandchildren Ty, Kassidy, Harleigh, and Claire.

Michael J. Lilja

November 07, 2017 |

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

Frances L. Lynn

November 07, 2017 |

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

Frances L. Lynn, age 92 of White Oak, died Sunday, November 5, 2017. She was born December 24, 1924 in Connellsville, the daughter of the late Thomas and Agnes Edenbo Logan. 

Joyce Parker-Redshaw

November 07, 2017 |

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

Joyce Parker-Redshaw, age 57 of North Versailles, died Monday, November 6, 2017.  She was born September 12, 1960 in McKeesport, the daughter of the late Henry and Claudia Wotring Parker.  She was employed as the executive assistant to the solicitor of Allegheny County in the law department for many years.  She is survived by her husband, Daniel Redshaw of North Versailles; daughter, Rachel (William) Sadler of Erie; grandchildren, Daniel John, Claudia Grace, and David William Sadler.

John T. Magyar

November 07, 2017 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

JOHN T. MAGYAR, 68, of Glassport died Nov. 6,2017.  He is the son of the late Steve and Mary (Blaskewicz) Magyar.  John is survived by his sisters Helen (Robert) March and Patricia Baran; brother Stephan Magyar; also 7 nieces and nephews.  John was retired from Kane Regional Center, a member of American Legion in Glassport and the PNA.  A private visitation and blessing will be held Friday for family and close friends.

Regis Mularski

November 07, 2017 |

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

Regis Mularski, 86, of North Huntingdon, passed away Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at Forbes Regional Hospital, Monroeville. He was born in Glassport, Pa., a son of the late Zigmund and Estelle Mularski.

Betty A. Welcker

November 07, 2017 |

By Hunter Funeral Home | Posted in: Hunter Funeral Home

Betty A. Welcker, 93, of McKeesport, died Monday, November 6, 2017 at Forbes Hospital, Monroeville.  Born in McKeesport, February 5, 1924, she was the retired secretary to the Dean of Student Affairs at the McKeesport Campus of Penn State University.  She was a member of McKeesport Presbyterian Church, volunteered at McKeesport Hospital and the Latterman Clinic, and was a graduate of McKeesport High School.  Daughter of the late James and Lillian Webb Cardwell; wife of the late Howard F. Welcker; sister of the late Jane Moffitt and Tom and James Cardwell; she is survived by her son, Paul F. Welcker of Monroeville; daughter, Karen (Bob) Brown of Chester, VA; sister in law, Evelyn Barrett of White Oak; also by nieces and nephews and 3 grand dogs.  Friends will be received in the Hunter Funeral Home, Inc., 1600 Coursin Street, McKeesport, PA  15132 on Saturday from 7-9 PM and Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM.  A service will be held Monday, November 13, 2017 at 11 AM in McKeesport Presbyterian Church with the Rev. James P. Leuenberger officiating, with visitation beginning at 10 AM in the church chapel.  Interment will follow in Mount Vernon Cemetery.  The family suggests contributions to an animal shelter of your choice.

Frances M. Mogush

November 07, 2017 |

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

Frances Mogush, 90, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, November 6, 2017 at Forbes Regional Hospital, Monroeville.

Louise G. Benner

November 06, 2017 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

LOUISE G. BENNER, 87, of Glassport, formerly of Deep Creek Lake, MD died Nov. 4, 2017.  She is the daughter of the late John and Louise (Fry) Gross  and beloved wife of the late Edward Benner.  Louise is survived by her daughter Diana (Jeff) Korn; son David Benner; grandson Gregory Fox and great grandson Matthew Fox.  She was preceded in death by her brother Edward Fry.  Funeral arrangements by Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport.

Theodore R. Druga

November 05, 2017 |

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

Theodore R. Druga, 88, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, November 4, 2017 at UPMC Shadyside Hospital.  He was born March 8, 1929 in Greenfield, PA, a son of the late Michael and Mary Druga.

David Michael Jerome

November 05, 2017 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

David Michael Jerome, 63, of Stahlstown, formerly of Clairton & West Mifflin, passed away at home on Saturday November 4, 2017.  He was born August 28, 1954 to Virginia Roberts Simko.  David is survived by sons, Eric (Michelle) Jerome of Monongahela, Jeremy (Patty) Jerome of Belle Vernon; grandsons, Derrick, David, Jordan; brothers, Jay (Debbie) Jerome of Elizabeth, Rick Jerome of South Side; and sister, Robin Farnan of South Park.  He served in the United States Air Force, and enjoyed fishing, hunting, and boating.  Family and friends will be received Wednesday, November 8, 2017 from 4 – 6 pm at S. M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6^th Street, Clairton,  PA   15025.  A memorial service will take place immediately after visitation at the funeral home.  Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com

P. Paul Pomaibo

November 05, 2017 |

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

P. Paul Pomaibo, 89, a resident of Redstone Highlands Greensburg, formerly of North Huntingdon, died Friday November 3, 2017. He was born July 5, 1928 in McKeesport, a son of the late John and Suzanna (Matura) Pomaibo and was also preceded in death by his wife Evelyn J (Lowe) Pomaibo and a daughter Jerilyn Johnson. Paul was a retired employee of Westinghouse Energy Center, Monroeville and a member of Lutheran Church of Our Savior, North Huntingdon. He was a past master of Shidle Lodge No. 601, Free and Accepted Masons, Irwin, and a member of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of Pittsburgh, and Syria Temple. Surviving are his daughter Paula (Ed) Washburn of Delmont and son in law Tom Johnson of North Huntingdon; five grandchildren Aaron (Kellie Person) Washburn, Ashley (Adam Teslevich) Washburn, Kelly (Mike) Buscemi, Melissa (Dave) Cantalupo, and Jennifer (Steve) Schambura; and nine great grandchildren J.T. Dietz, Dante Cantalupo, Madison and Isabella Buscemi, Andrew and Hannah Schambura, Jane and Anne Teslevich, and A.J. Washburn.

Earl D. Ferrington

November 04, 2017 |

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

Earl D. Ferrington, age 87 of Highland Grove, died November 3, 2017 at UPMC McKeesport. Born March 18, 1930 in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Francis and Merle (Fleehr) Ferrington, and loving husband of the late Donna Louise (Gibson) Ferrington. Earl honorably served in the US Army in France during the Korean War.

Following his military service, he worked for Continental Can as a sign painter, along with various other jobs with the business. He retired after 32 years of dedicated service with the company. Earl was a lifetime member of the Highland Grove United Methodist Church and was also a former Mason. In his free time, he loved to travel with his family on spur-of-the-moment road trips, making many memories that his family will cherish.

Earl was also a friendly and familiar face in the Highland Grove neighborhood. He loved to tend to his yard and was always there to lend a helping hand to others whether it be mowing their lawn or shoveling snow. Earl’s approachable and kind nature will be missed by his family and many friends and neighbors.

He is survived by his children, Keith (Bonnie) Ferrington of Liberty Borough, Charles (Patricia) Ferrington of San Antonio, TX, and Barbara (the late William) Lockhart of Highland Grove; grandchildren, Keith Jr., Kevin, and Christopher; great-grandchildren, Andrew, Jason, Michael, Ryan, Austin, Evan, Tyler, and Emma; and nephews, Robert and Richard Volk. He was also preceded in death by his grandson, Devon Ferrington; and brother, William H. Ferrington.

Anthony Joseph DeCarlo, Jr.

November 04, 2017 |

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

Anthony Joseph DeCarlo, Jr., age 63 of White Oak, passed away suddenly at home on Friday, November 3, 2017.  Born March 31, 1954 in McKeesport, he was a son of Anthony J. DeCarlo, Sr. and the late Josephine P. "Pat" (Wasko) DeCarlo.

Samuel H. Thomas

November 04, 2017 |

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

Samuel H. Thomas, age 63, of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Friday, November 3, 2017 at home. He was a retired stagehand with IATSE in Pittsburgh and a motorcycle and car enthusiast.