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Ralph A. Criscito

February 22, 2017 |

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

Ralph A. Criscito, age 68 of Irwin, passed away on February 17, 2017 at his home. Born December 20, 1948 in McKeesport, he was the son of Olga Janiel Criscito and the late Anthony R. Criscito. Ralph honorably served in the US Army during the Vietnam War with the 173rd Airborne. Following his military service, he began working as a draftsman for Westinghouse Transportation Division and later for AEG Transportation. He most recently worked as a shipping clerk for Bombardier, having retired after many years of service. He was a member of the Irwin VFW where he enjoyed spending time with his fellow veterans, however his greatest joy was the time shared with his family. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his son, Jeffrey Criscito of Irwin; granddaughter, Mia Rosa Criscito; sisters, Kathy Reichardt of Marietta, OH, Cindy Mosqueda of Confluence and Sandy Matthews of North Huntingdon; and many nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Saturday, February 25, 2017 from 12 noon until time of Blessing Service at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Father Daniel Straughn will officiate. Private inurnment will take place at a later date at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com

 


Loren B. Steele

February 22, 2017 |

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

Loren B. Steele, 21, of Westmoreland City, died Monday February 20, 2017 as the result of an automobile accident. He was born June 18, 1995 in Pittsburgh, the beloved son of Cindy (Brennan) Steele of Westmoreland City and Norbert W. Steele III and his wife Kerry of South Carolina. Loren and was an employee of Keystone Collections, Irwin and was an avid gamer and dog lover. He was an extremely loyal friend and everyone will miss his dry sense of humor. He is preceded in death by his grandparents Cornelius and Joan Brennan and Norbert W. Steele II. He is survived by his siblings, Norbert W. Steele IV, Jackson Raimondo, Madeleine Raimondo, and Helen Steele; his grandmother Carol Steele; also aunts, uncles, and cousins.
 
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Loretta Lewis Bittle

February 22, 2017 |

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

Loretta Lewis Bittle, 75, of Elizabeth Township, died Monday February 20, 2017 peacefully at home. She was born December 7, 1941 in Elizabeth and was the daughter of the late Daniel and Anna Mae Thornton Lewis. Loretta was a member of St. Michael's Parish in Elizabeth Township and was a teacher for over 30 years for Elizabeth Forward School District. She is survived by her husband, William Thomas Bittle, son, Michael W. Bittle of Nashville, TN, daughter, Lee Ann (David) Szuhoza and Jessica and Jenna of Carroll Twp., sisters, Maureen Lewis of Sarasota, FL, and Diane Rice of Delaware, OH, nieces, nephews, and her granddog, Athena.

 
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Adelaide P. (Patterson) Menham

February 22, 2017 |

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

Adelaide P. (Patterson) Menham, age 93, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, February 19, 2017. She was born January 7, 1924 in Swissvale, a daughter of the late Frank B. and Viola (Grove) Patterson. She was a long time member of the United Methodist Church in Swissvale. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Joseph Menham; sisters Betty Baggerly and Mildred Lambirth; and brother William Patterson. She is survived by her niece Katherine Dryburgh. Services were private.
 
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Irene Ann Heffner

February 22, 2017 |

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

Irene Ann Heffner, age 87, of Port Vue, died Thursday, February 9, 2017.  She was born in Clairton November 17, 1929 and was the daughter of the late John and Mary Stim Plavchak and the wife of the late Kenneth Heffner.  She is survived by her sons, William (Patty) Dewalt of Goshen, Indiana, Raymond (Faye) Dewalt and John Dewalt both of Port Vue; and 5 grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her 6 siblings.

 
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Ralph A Criscito

February 22, 2017 |

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

Ralph Criscito, age 68, of Irwin passed away on February 17, 2017. Services for Ralph will be held at a later date. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.

 


Mabel J. Lippert

February 21, 2017 |

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

Mabel J. Lippert, age 96 of North Huntingdon, formerly of White Oak, passed away on Monday, February 20, 2017 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. Born April 9, 1920 in Glassport, she was the daughter of the late William and Edith Mae (Houston) Simpson, and loving wife of the late Leonard G. Lippert. Mabel was a member of the Sampson's Mills Presbyterian Church along with the White Oak Women's Club, the White Oak AARP #2294, and former member of the McKeesport Women's Club. In her free time, she enjoyed traveling the world with her husband, especially trips to St. Petersburg and Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. She is survived by her daughters, Patricia (Rich) Collier of North Huntingdon and Carol (the late Arthur, Jr.) Andrews of South Carolina; six grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, William and Clyde Simpson; and sister, Edith Rosback. Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Friday, February 24, 2017 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Service will be Saturday, February 25, 2017 at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. The Reverend Scott Dennis will officiate. Burial will be private at St. Mary German Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to Sampson's Mills Presbyterian Church, 1665 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com

 


Mandy Renae Gereshenski

February 21, 2017 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Mandy Renae Gereshenski, 37, of Monongahela, passed away at home on Monday February 20, 2017.  She was born May 10, 1979 in Monongahela to the late William Lechner.  Mandy is survived by her husband of 21 years, Raymond E. Gereshenski; stepmother, Lori Lechner; daughters, Laurisa & Kayla Gereshenski of Finleyville; sons, Jacob, Tyler, & Dominic Gereshenski of Finleyville; granddaughter, Gracie Labrosse; stepsister, Jessica Arnold of Clairton; stepbrother, Bill Lechner of New Eagle. Mandy was employed in the bank/collection agency industry and was an avid reader. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made directly to the funeral home to help defray funeral costs. Arrangements have been entrusted to S. M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th Street, Clairton,  PA   15025.  Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com

 


Margaret L Babyak

February 21, 2017 |

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

Margaret L. Babyak, age 91, of White Oak died on February 20, 2017 at John J. Kane Regional Center. Born August 14, 1925 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late John and Ann (Junecko) Haynick and the wife of the late Michael Babyak. Margaret was a member of St. Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church and the Holy Name Society. She was also a member of AARP 2911. She loved trips to the mountains, long drives and traveling. Her greatest passion was sharing recipes from one of her many cooking books. Margaret is survived by her children, Michael A. (Jenny) Babyak of Somerset and Joyce A. (Alan) Goebel of McKeesport; grandchildren, Michele Babyak and Lynette (John) Schuetz of White Oak; great grandchildren Tyler and Brandon Schuetz; brothers, Ernest (Rose) Haynick of Ft. Lauderdale, Fl and Thomas (Helen Mundy) Haynick of Lewistown, PA; her loyal grand dogs, Shelby and Cooper; many nieces and  nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Margaret is preceded in death by her brother Robert Haynick. Family and friends will be received at the Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Thursday, February 23, 2017 from 2 p.m. until the time of Parastas service at 4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. A funeral mass will be on Friday, February 24, 2017 at 12:30 p.m. at St. Nicholas Byzantine Church. Father Donald Voss will officiate. Entombment will be in Calvary Cemetery, Port Vue.

 


Laura Ann Stetar

February 21, 2017 |

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

Laura Ann (Grimenstein) Stetar, age 79, of Belle Vernon, formerly of Elizabeth, passed away on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at Jefferson Hospital. She was a homemaker and a former member of St. Michael Parish.

 
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Darren L. Robinson

February 21, 2017 |

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

Darren L. Robinson, 56, of Clairton, Pennsylvania, passed away Thursday, February 16, 2017 in AHN Jefferson Regional Hospital.

 
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Helen S. Ribovich

February 21, 2017 |

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

Helen S. Ribovich, age 93 of Versailles, passed away on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 in Select Specialty Hospital in McKeesport.  Born May 23, 1923 in Greensburg, she was a daughter of the late Stephen and Catherine (Dufala) Somple. 

 
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William "Hawk" Everett

February 21, 2017 |

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

William “Hawk” Everett, age 86 of McKeesport, died February 20, 2017 at William Penn Care Center.  Born November 25, 1930 in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Edward and Margaret (Jester) Everett and husband of the late Audrey Everett.  He is survived by his daughter Lisa (Bill) Traczynski; grandchildren, Laura, Bailey, and Matthew Traczynski; sister, Marlyn Easterly; nephew, George Easterly, Jr. and niece, Jan Mueller.  Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Sunday, February 26, 2017 from 12-4 and 6-8 p.m.  A funeral service will be held on Monday, February 27, 2017 at 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel.  Burial will follow at Richland Cemetery.  Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com

 


Joan F. Breitigan

February 21, 2017 |

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

Joan F. Breitigan, age 74 of South Park, passed away at home on Monday, February 20, 2017.  Born September 17, 1942 in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of the late Leo and Stella (Kostrzewa) Kotkiewicz.  

 
 
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David "Magoo" Magroski

February 21, 2017 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

David “Magoo” Magroski, age 55 of McKeesport, passed away on Saturday, February 18, 2017 at his home.Born August 18, 1961 in McKeesport, he was the son of Edward F. Magroski and the late Naomi (Weir) Magroski, and loving husband of the late Clara (Poster) Magroski. David was a dedicated carpenter for the construction industry, where he worked for 26 years for his loyal friend, Keith Reigh with Reigh Construction in White Oak.

 
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