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Guy P. Redinger

April 11, 2017 |

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

Guy P. Redinger, age 99, of White Oak died April 11, 2017 at Forbes Regional Hospital. Born February 12, 1918 in Everett he was the son of the late Wesley and Carrie (Straily) Redinger. He was married to Betty Mae Burket until she died in 1986. He was then married to Lucille (Wunderly) Redinger until she died in 2012. Guy was a World War II veteran. He retired from Peoples Union Bank where he was a Building Maintenance Supervisor for over 30 years. He was a 50 year member of the Youghiogheny Lodge No. 583. He was also a member at Tall Cedars of Lebanon, Syria Shrine, Caravan No. 4, and White Oak American Legion Post #701. Guy was a Deacon in the Church of the Brethren for over 60 years. He was a part of the old timers golf league and had a recorded hole in one at 7 Springs Golf Course at the age of 80. Guy is survived by his children Joyce (Grant) McNally of North Huntingdon, Terry (Diane) Redinger of St. Petersburg, FL; step daughter Luanne (Brian) Obert of Vienna, VA; grandson Scott (Jennifer) Craze; great-grandchildren Chelsea (Eric) Snyder, Logan and Garrett Craze; great great-grandchildren Mason and Carter Snyder; nieces and nephews. Many thanks to the step grandchildren for giving Guy the love and support throughout the years. Guy is preceded in death by his siblings; Lillian Dunkel, Elmira Whisel, Charles, Herbert, and Harry. The family would like to thank the staff at Golden Heights Personal Care, Forbes Regional Hospital, and Allegheny Network Home Health for your overwhelming support and care. Family and friends will be received at the Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Thursday, April 13, 2017 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Friday April 14, 2017 at 10 a.m. Pastor Jason Wilson will officiate. Burial will be in Jefferson Memorial Park. Memorial contributions are suggested to the church of your choice. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.

 
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Leslie Haney

April 11, 2017 |

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

Leslie J. Haney, age 72 of Port Vue, died Tuesday, April 11, 2017.

 
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Shirley McLaughlin Cooper

April 11, 2017 |

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

Shirley McLaughlin Cooper, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2017, surrounded by her family in Columbia, SC. She was born February 8, 1935 in East McKeesport, PA, a daughter of the late Oliver and Florence (Utt) McLaughlin and was also preceded in death by a sister Margaret June Smouse. She is survived by her husband John Cooper, her sister Virginia Ives, her children David and Sarah Cooper, Bruce and Katherine Cooper, John and Carol Pascutti, Rich and Patty Liverance, along with 16 grandchildren and 8 spouses, and 7 great-grandchildren.
 
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Donald Jeter

April 11, 2017 |

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

Donald Jeter, 70, of Newark, New Jersey, formerly of Aliquippa, Pennsylvania, entered eternal rest on Thursday, March 30, 2017.

 
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Margaret "Peggy" Ondike

April 11, 2017 |

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

Margaret “Peggy” Ondike, age 63, of McKeesport, died April 8, 2017, at UPMC McKeesport. Born July 19, 1953, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late John and Marie (Moose) Hollup and the wife of Kenneth Ondike, Sr., for over 28 years.

 
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Sylvina A. Black

April 11, 2017 |

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

Sylvina A. Black, age 87 of White Oak, died Monday, April 10, 2017.

 
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Mary Elizabeth "Betsy" Tubbs

April 10, 2017 |

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

Mary Elizabeth "Betsy" Tubbs, 78, of Elizabeth Township, died Saturday, April 8, 2017. 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 Thomas A. Tubbs who died December 31, 1987. She was a member of St. Patrick Parish in Christy Park and was previously a member of the former St. Denis Catholic Church in Versailles. Betsy was a cook for the Sisters of the Divine Redeemer Mother House in Elizabeth Township and retired after 25 years of service.

 
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James Anthony Schaible

April 10, 2017 |

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

James Anthony Schaible, age 79, of Rushville, Ohio, entered eternal life on April 10, 2017. James was born October 22, 1937 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. James attended St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, he was a graduate of McKeesport H.S. Class of 1955, James was a proud Veteran of the United States Army.

 
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Seth Connell Wilson

April 10, 2017 |

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

Seth Connell Wilson, 85, of Elizabeth Township, died Saturday April 8, 2017. He was born March 7, 1932 in Pittsburgh and was the son of the late Frank and Eva Marie Murphy Wilson. Seth was  a member of the Round Hill Presbyterian Church, Elizabeth Township Sportsman's Club, the Cast Bullet Association and the Mon-Yough Carvers. He was a US Army Veteran serving in Iceland during the Korean War. For his service, he received the National Defense Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. Seth was a retired Draftsman for US Steel.

 
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Susan Lynn Knoll Dorn

April 08, 2017 |

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

Susan Lynn Knoll Dorn, age 47, of New Kensington, died Saturday, March 25, 2017. She was born in McKeesport on August 27, 1969, the daughter of the late Harold and Lois Staley Knoll. Susan is survived by her two sons Garry and Michael Runion of Glassport, sisters; Vivian Jean Evans of Pitcairn and Barbara Anne (Ray) Berta of Arkansas, and grandchildren.

 
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Richard A. Blair

April 08, 2017 |

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

Richard A. Blair, of Greensburg, PA, passed away April 5, 2017.

 
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Robert Roth

April 07, 2017 |

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

Robert Roth, age 69 of North Huntingdon, passed away April 7, 2017 at Southwestern Veterans Center.  He was born March 28, 1948 in Pittsburgh and grew up in Liberty Borough.  He was the son of the late Robert and Mary Roth.  He is survived by his children, Robert and David Roth; grandchildren, Samantha and Jacob Roth; sister and guardian, Arlene (Robert) Gorwood, and siblings, Thomas (Norma Jo) Roth, Patricia (Mike) Webb and Sandra (Dan) Durain and numerous nieces and nephews.  Bob was a graduate of Port Vue-Liberty High School, Duquesne University, and retired after 30 years of service as a general foreman at U.S. Steel.  He was a Vietnam Veteran serving with the 101st Airborne Division.  Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory, 2703 O’Neil Blvd. McKeesport, PA 15132 on Monday from 2-8 p.m.  Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday in the funeral home.  Interment with military honors will follow at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies.  The family would like to express their sincere gratitude and appreciation for the outstanding and dedicated care given to Bob by the Southwestern Veterans Center Staff.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Southwestern Veterans Center 7060 Highland Dr. Pittsburgh, PA 15206.  RA-MVVA-HOMES@pa.gov www.swvc.gov

 
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Allan Nelson

April 07, 2017 |

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

Allan Nelson, 91, of Irwin passed away peacefully Thursday April 6, 2017, at his home. He was born January 23, 1926 in Kilmarnock, Scotland. He was a member of the Royal Army near the end of WWII and then served in the British Merchant Navy. He and his family came to the United States in 1968 and Allan retired from a successful career with Genuine Tool Co., Irwin after more than twenty five years. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church, Irwin, and Shidle Lodge No. 601, Free and Accepted Masons, Irwin. He was an accomplished swimmer, golfer, woodworker, and loved his Scottish heritage, including bagpipe music, but he was proud to be an American and was an ardent Steelers fan.
 
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Dorothy M. (Wiggins) Singler

April 07, 2017 |

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

Dorothy M. (Wiggins) Singler, age 88, passed away on Tuesday, April 4, 2017. She was born October 5, 1928 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late David Williams and Hazel Knepp. She retired after 20 years as a clerk at the K-Mart Department Store in Greensburg. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Delbert L. Singler; son Delbert L. Singler Jr. who was killed in action in Vietnam; brother Clyde Wiggins; and sister Lucille Baumgardener. v
 
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Jane Bales

April 07, 2017 |

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

Jane Bales, 84, of Versailles, died Thursday April 6, 2017. She was born January 20, 1933 in Versailles and was the daughter of the late John W. and Elizabeth Radar Bales. She was a member of the Boston United Methodist Church and was retired from the former Potter-McCune Co, after 34 years of service. She is survived by her sister, Carolyn S. (Blair) Twale of Greenock, brothers, John (Dolores) Bales of North Huntingdon and Charles (Gayle) Bales of Versailles, nieces and nephews.

 
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