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Mary Ellen Sulesky

April 18, 2024 |

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

Mary Ellen Sulesky, age 80, of North Huntingdon, passed away on April 17, 2024, at her home. She was born on February 20, 1944, in West Elizabeth, a daughter of the late Joseph Edwin and Mary Jane Bickerton Williams. Mary Ellen was a social member of the Norwin VFW Post 781. In addition to her parents, Mary Ellen was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Alexander "Jake" Sulesky, seven brothers, Edwin, Bob, Ross, Emerson, Larry, Harry "Little Joe" and Charlie Williams, three sisters Donna, Bonnie Rae and Sylvia "Peachie".  She is survived by one son, Brian Williams, and granddaughters, Samatha Castine, Alle and Autumn WIlliams, great granddaughter Mary Jane Castine, daughter-in-law Ruth Hollister Williams, brother Gary Williams, sisters Betty Jane Coltogirone (Don), and Marlene Campbell,  three stepchildren David, Cathy and Don.  Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon PA, on Sunday from 10AM to 2PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of her niece, Nikki Hofmeister, to Prevent Suicide PA., www.preventsuicidepa.org. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 

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Martha Krznaric

April 18, 2024 |

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

Martha Krznaric, age 95 of Hahntown, Irwin died April 18, 2024, at her home. She was born July 8, 1928, in Irwin. Martha was a member of the Calvary Assembly of God Church. She enjoyed word search puzzles and games shows including Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune. She was preceded in death by her husband Joseph Krznaric. She is survived by three sons, Joseph, Rich and his wife Sally, and Jerry Krznaric, three grandchildren, Jesse Krznaric, Kristi Olney (Chris), Kacey Burge (Levi), four great grandchildren, Daisy, Everett, Iris and Nina. There will be no visitation. Arrangements by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

 

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Lois M. Scheirer

April 18, 2024 |

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

Lois M. Scheirer, age 75, of West Mifflin, died on Saturday, April 13, 2024. She was born in Pittsburgh on October 13, 1948, and was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Ross.

 
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Rita E. Emsurak

April 17, 2024 |

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

Rita E. Emsurak, 93, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.  Rita was born August 7, 1930 in Elizabeth and was the daughter of the late Fernand Clement and Anna (Gaublomme) Blanc.  She was the wife of the late Thomas S. Emsurak, who passed away April 15, 1986.  Rita loved her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  She was known for being an excellent cook and baker and loved to feed her family. She was an avid reader, enjoyed cards, especially gin and gin rummy, playing bingo and completing puzzles. She will be greatly missed.

 
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John Herbert Anderson

April 17, 2024 |

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

John Herbert Anderson, 82, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born August 2, 1941 in Seneca, South Carolina and was the son of the late Edgar Coleman and Lydia Alice (Blackburn) Anderson.  He grew up in China Grove, North Carolina and graduated from China Grove High School. He furthered his education at Wake Forest University and earned his P.H.D in Physics from the University of Virginia.  John would retire after 38 years of service as a Fellow Scientist at The Westinghouse/Bechtel-Bettis Power Laboratory. He was a faithful and active member of The First Evangelical Free Church in McKeesport. John loved his family and his church.  He loved classical music, books and computers.  He will be greatly missed.  He is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years, Lorna Lynn Anderson; daughter, Gayla Lynn (R. Darren) Gessler; granddaughter, Madalana Gessler and extended family and friends.

 
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Grace Wetzler

April 17, 2024 |

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

Grace Wetzler, 95, of Deerfield Beach, FL, formerly of West Mifflin, died April 13, 2024, at Brookdale Deer Creek Senior Living. Born March 7, 1929, in Blackwell, Oklahoma, she was the daughter of the late John Perera and Grace Fernandez Perera and the wife of the late Paul E. Fitzpatrick and the late Duane C. Wetzler.

 
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Marilyn J. Bohman

April 16, 2024 |

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

Marilyn J. Bohman, 90, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, April 15, 2024, at home surrounded by her children. She was born December 24, 1933 in McKeesport, and was the daughter of the late George W. Sr. and Marie V. (Peterson) Nelson. She was raised in Port Vue and graduated from McKeesport High School in 1951. She attended and was a member of the Choir at Augustana College where she met her future husband of 57 years, the late Wenzel L. Bohman on the student bus to a college football game. They were married on September 12, 1953 at the former Tabor Lutheran Church in McKeesport, he passed away on September 24, 2010. She was employed for over 20 years in the office of the Lutheran Service society of Western Pennsylvania. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church, White Oak, where she served as choir director for over 40 years. Also a member of the Worship and Music Committee serving as chair. She was also head of the Altar Guild and a long time member of the Women of the ELCA's Ruth Circle at Faith. A long time volunteer and board member of the McKeesport Meals on Wheels and a former President and member of the Markvue Manor Women's Club. She enjoyed her regular get together's with longtime neighbors and friends at Panera.
 
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Nancy Archer Walk

April 16, 2024 |

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

Nancy Archer Walk, age 92, of Elizabeth Twp., died on Monday, April 15, 2024. She was born in South Bend, Indiana, on May 12, 1931, and was the daughter of the late Harry Langston Archer and Margaret Hire Archer. The family moved to Pleasant Hills in 1945. Nancy was a 1949 graduate of Baldwin High School, where she met her future husband, Dr. George Thomas Walk, who preceded her in death. A 1953 graduate of Allegheny College, in Meadville, Pennsylvania, she was a member of the national sorority Kappa Alpha Theta and was elected to Kappa Delta Epsilon, a national honors society in the field of education.

 
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Debra Algeri

April 16, 2024 |

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

Debra Jean (Tabacchi) Algeri, 67, of North Versailles, died April 12, 2024, at UPMC East Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Born February 27, 1957, in Natrona Heights, she was the daughter of Theodore and the late Betty (Paskorz) Tabacchi and the wife of 32 years to David Algeri.

 
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George Henry Evans Jr.

April 15, 2024 |

By Administrator | Posted in: James F. Kutch Funeral Home - Crematory

On Thursday April 11, 2024, George Henry Evans Jr., 75, a proud Marine and Vietnam Veteran passed away peacefully surrounded by family.   Beloved son of the late George Henry Evans Sr., and Ellen Elizabeth Byrnes. Loving father of Tricia Evans and Tammy Barbaro,.  Dear grandfather of Theresa Simlick, Anthony Barbaro, and Ellen (Giovanni), Valldejuli, Great grandfather of, Parker Boyd and Anthony Barbaro, Brother of Catherine Fischetti.

Also survived by nieces and nephews, Dana O’Leary, Lori Conley, Frankie (Megan) Fischetti, and great nieces and nephews Thomas, Kenneth, Daniel, Kevin, Alaina, Sean, Frankie Jr, Mia, Gianna, Avery, and McKellen.  George served our country courageously during the Vietnam War andworked as corrections officer at Western Penitentiary until he retired. George will be missed by all who knew him, and his memory will live on in the hearts of those who loved him.

 
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Cornell David McFarland

April 15, 2024 |

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

Cornell David McFarland, 62, died February 15, 2024. He was born at McKeesport Hospital on June 18, 1961. He was the sixth child of Woodrow and Evelyn McFarland. He was baptized and an active member of Morningstar Baptist Church in Clairton, PA. He sang in the Youth and Junior Church Choir. At an early age he played baseball for the Clairton Junior Roysters and football for the Clairton Youth Football League.

During his high school years, he played football for the Clairton Bears. He went on to graduate from Clairton High School in 1979. After graduation, he worked as a US Steel Mill Worker for several years. He was blessed with his first son Lance Henderson. Cornell then moved to Long Beach, CA in 1985, where he met his lovely wife, Martha. They were blessed to have three sons together Jermaine, Jermey, Jeremiah, and a bonus son Lamont.

Cornell began his career as a warehouse worker and forklift driver for several companies in Long Beach. He was a dedicated worker and took pride in his job. He was a member of Love Unlimited Community Church where he was on the Usher Board. Cornell was a nice and gentle man who loved his family and friends. He enjoyed family gatherings, barbequing in the backyard for his church, and watching the Steelers with his brother Jimmy.

He left a lasting impression on everyone who he met. He was lovable, kind, and had a great sense of humor. Cornell was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Terry Clark, and sons Jermey and Jeremiah.

 
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Mary Catherine Nebinski

April 15, 2024 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

Mary Catherine Nebinski, age 85, of West Mifflin, passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at Jefferson Hospital. Born in Homestead, PA on May 22, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Catherine (Bost) Noll.

 She was a former supervisor for S&S Shoes in McKeesport and a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-St. Agnes Church. She loved her children, grandchildren and great grandchild. She loved taking care of her family and cooking. 

 Mary Catherine is the wife of Richard T. Nebinski for 60 years. She is the mother of Richard (Terri) Nebinski of Scottdale, Robert Nebinski of West Mifflin, and Donna (Bobby) Kleist of West Mifflin; grandmother of Philip (Meghan) Lepolt, Courtney (Shawn) Kleist, Nicholas (Maria) Kleist, and Jake Nebinski; great grandmother of Sage Michael Hone; sister of Judy Cramer of Baltimore, MD and her twin sister Joanne (late Ronald) Connelly of North Carolina. She is also survived by niece Judy and nephew Billy and other nieces and nephews.  

There is no visitation. Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Agnes Church, West Mifflin, on Friday, April 19, 2024, at 11:00 a.m., with Rev. Dan D’Antonio officiating.  All are welcome. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.

 

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Esther Jean Pelcharsky

April 15, 2024 |

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

Esther Jean (Nuttle) Pelcharsky, age 80, of Forward Twp., passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2024 at The Palms at O'Neil. She retired after more than 10 years as a buyer/controller for the Diocese of Pittsburgh and also worked as a manager for the lunch program at St. Michael School. She enjoyed gaming, playing Scrabble and Yahtzee, and trap shooting with her husband. Born September 4, 1943 in Portsmouth, NH, she was a daughter of the late Andrew and Ella (Pinkham) Nuttle. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, John P.  Pelcharsky; daughter, Paula (Robert) Anderson of Marienville; son, Steve (Jamie) Pelcharsky of Elizabeth; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and brother, Ernie Nuttle of Somersworth, NH. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by son, John "Butsy" Pelcharsky, and siblings, Betty Herman and Andrew Nuttle. No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

 

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Cassandra R. Stefanakis

April 15, 2024 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

Cassandra R. Stefanakis, 80, of Glassport died Monday, April 14, 2024.  She is the daughter of the late Charles and Rosalia Lukas and beloved wife of the late George Stefanakis.  She is survived by her granddaughter Kayla (Josh) Krupp; grandchildren Amelia, Sophia, Joshua, Bella and Leia Kurpp; sister Maxine Lukas and nieces Jennifer Dolton and Renee Rader.  She was preceded in death by her daughter Sharon Street and sister Charlotte Dolton.  Friends will be received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Friday from 5 to 7.

 

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Edward Gibson

April 15, 2024 |

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

Edward "Eddy" Gibson, age 36, of West Elizabeth, passed away suddenly on Saturday, April 13, 2024. A graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School, Eddy was a skilled auto collision technician and painter. He enjoyed motorcycles and spending time with his boys. Born October 15, 1987 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of Edward D. (Debra) Gibson of Jefferson Hills and the late Tais (Hutnik) Gibson. In addition to his father, he is survived by his sons, Cameron and Harvey Gibson; brother, Justin Gibson of Acme; sister, Carly Coleman of Burgettstown; girlfriend, Brittany Morrow; step-grandmothers, Sylvia Hutnik and Christine Gibson; dogs, Buster and Merle; also, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by grandparents, Joyce and Jay Link, Edward Gibson, Michael Hutnik and Rosemary Hutnik. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Thursday, April 18, 2024 from 3 PM until the time of service at 7 PM with the Rev. Jude Urso officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to a local animal shelter of one's choice. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

 

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