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.

Ronald J. Janov

November 04, 2017 |

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

Ronald J. Janov, 59 of Munhall died November 3, 2017 at UPMC Mercy Hospital. He was born July 5, 1958 in Braddock Hills, son of Michael Janov and the late Alice Charney Janov. He was preceded in death by his brother Nicholas Janov, In addition to his dad, he is survived by brothers; Michael Jr., David, Barry, Janov, and one sister, Nancy Fossick. Services are private.

Joanna M. Hawthorne

November 04, 2017 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Joanna M. Hawthorne, age 60, of West Newton, died November 3, 2017, at home. Born November 28, 1956, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Edward W. and Rose Marie (Kelly) Stash and the wife of Bill Hawthorne, of West Newton. Joanna dedicated her life to caring for her family. In addition to her husband, Joanna is survived by her children, Joanna May Polisena of Cleveland, OH and Jeremy Scott Lewis of Hanover, PA; grandchildren, Edward “Willy” and Channing Polisena both of Cleveland, OH, Rodryck H. Drapeau of Ontario, Canada and Ashley N. Carman; siblings, Edward W. (Pat) Stash of McKeesport, Andrew Jackson Coulter of Murrysville, Rose Mary Wernt of Erie and Anna Desroche of Vidor, TX. She was also preceded in death by her son, Edward William Carman.  Family and friends will be received at Willig Funeral Home & Crematory on Monday, November 6, 2017, from 4 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 6 p.m. Jay Morris will officiate. Condolences may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com

Dale R. Matthews

November 04, 2017 |

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

Dale R. Matthews, age 69, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, November 1, 2017. He was born December 29, 1947, in Wilkinsburg, a son of the late David E. and Leola “Marie” Matthews. He was a long-time member of the Norwin Alliance Church in North Huntingdon. He worked as a master stater winder at Westinghouse Electric in East Pittsburgh for over 21 years before going onto work at Curtis Wright in Cheswick for the next 18 years before retiring. He was a member of the Pitcairn and Ligonier Guns Clubs, the church dart league, and the Westinghouse Bowling Team. He coached softball for PAL and loved hunting and fishing, as well as watching Penn State Football and the Pittsburgh Penguins and Steelers. He is survived by his wife of over 48 years Denise “De” (Thompson) Matthews, daughters Dayna Matthews Ceresa and Dianna Matthews both of Pitcairn; Susan Ashley Baden and Sara Jane Matz who he considered grandchildren; brothers David “Joel” (Joann) Matthews of Ligonier and Daniel “Danny” (Marlene) Matthews of Level Green; and his two dogs Turner and Walle.

Joshua David Nelson

November 03, 2017 |

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

Joshua David Nelson, 17, of North Huntingdon passed away Wednesday, November 1, 2017.  He was born August 12, 2000 in Pittsburgh, beloved son of Lance and Melissa Burkhart Nelson.

Angela M. Karan

November 01, 2017 |

By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home

ANGELA M. KARAN, 57, of West Mifflin, died Oct. 31, 2017.  She is the daughter of the late Rudolph and Dolores (Wilson) Bellisario. Angela is survived by her daughters Crystal Karan, Danielle Karan, Jessica Ritchie, and Kaylee Ritchie; grandchildren Dylan Kyne, Tallie Stinson, and Taylen Stinson; sister Barbara Butch and brother Rudolph Bellisario. Angela spent much of her life working hard in retail but later pursued a career in massage therapy. She was most passionate about riding her Harley Davidson while soaking up the sun, raising her four daughters, spending time with her grandsons, and making the most of life with her closest friends. Friends will be received at Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home in Duquesne on Saturday, 11/04, from 1-3 PM.