May 05, 2017 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Deaths Elsewhere
William Hobaugh, 67, of Vandergrift, formerly of Elizabeth, PA, passed away on Wednesday, May 3, 2017 in Sugar Creek Rest, Worthington, PA.
Born November 17, 1949 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late William C. & Sally (McCready) Hobaugh.
William lived in Vandergrift for the last six years, and was a 1967 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School. He worked as a bartender and bridge painter over the years. William was a member of the Elizabeth Boro V.F.C.
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May 05, 2017 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Wilma Dawn Mains, 84, of Elizabeth Twp. passed peacefully on Wednesday May 3, 2017 at Jefferson Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was born on November 10, 1932 in Boston, PA and was the daughter of the late William and Ethel McClean Biddle. Wilma was a loving, devoted, and selfless mother and grandmother who was adored by her family. She was a graduate of McKeesport High School. She was a retired clerk at the G.C. Murphy Co., Olympia Shopping Center. Wilma was a former member of the Ladies Auxiliary at the Buena Vista Fire Hall. She is survived by her husband George E. Mains, daughter, Diane (Mick) DeStefano of Elizabeth Twp., sons, Mike Mains of South Park Twp., Jeff (Cindy) Mains of Munhall and Jason (fiancé Sharon) Mains of Elizabeth Twp., grandchildren, Danielle (Jason) Laux, Michelle (Bryan) Vallerie, Erin (Steve) Ross, Michael (fiancé Claire) DeStefano, Michael Mains, Alexis Ryan, Jonathan Mains, Justin Mains, Jacob Mains and Joshua Mains, great grandchildren, Aidan, Tyler, Colton and Brielle, nieces and nephews.
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May 05, 2017 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Helen Ida Pope, 89, of Port Vue, died Thursday May 4, 2017. She was born August 22, 1927 in Thatcham Newbury, Berkshire County, England and was the daughter of the late James Edwin and Harriet Jane Treacher Pottinger. She was the wife of the late Solomon N. Pope who died October 4, 1989. Helen was a member of the Port Vue United Methodist Church and the Red Hat Society. She is survived by her sons, Rev. Edwin D. (Bonnie) Pope of Port Vue and Brian (Carol) Pope of Kennedy Township, 9 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
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May 05, 2017 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Karen Louise Rollason, 74, of North Huntingdon, died Thursday May 4, 2017. She was born April 10, 1943 in McKeesport and was the daughter of Dorothy Hall Daugherty of Greenock and the late Robert Daugherty. Karen was a member of Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church in Greenock and was retired from the G.C. Murphy Co, after 35 years of service. She was a graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School. Karen loved Arts and Crafts. She worked with Ceramics, Wood and Glass and enjoyed cross stitching. She was also an avid gardener. In addition to her mother, she is survived by her husband of 53 years, William J. Rollason and son, William R. Rollason of North Huntingdon.
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May 05, 2017 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Bernard A. Frinsco, age 89 of Elizabeth Twp. and formerly of Versailles, passed away on Thursday, May 4, 2017 surrounded by his loving family at Family Hospice in Canterbury Place in Lawrenceville. Born November 15, 1927 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Joseph and Mariam (Merisko) Frinsco.
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May 05, 2017 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Charles “Babe” Mingo, age 89, of McKeesport, died on May 4, 2017 at home. Born April 18, 1928 in Duquesne, he was the son of the late Paul and Nicoletta (DeMichel) Mingo. He was married to his beloved wife Theresa (DeNardo) Mingo for 68 wonderful years. Charles was retired from Tygart Steel where he was a crane operator. Earlier in life, he worked for Kelsey Hays Wheel Company in McKeesport. Charles was a handyman and took pride in the fact that he remodeled his house by himself. He and his wife belonged to a special group of friends that loved to dance. They would stay up late dancing the night away making memories to last a lifetime. Charles went camping with his family a lot and enjoyed duckpin bowling. In addition to his beloved wife, Charles is survived by his children, Annette (Jim) Bryer, Charles Jr. (Christine) Mingo; 4 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by his 8 brothers and sisters. Family and friends will be received at the Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Sunday May 7, 2017 from 2-8 p.m. Mass of Christian burial will be Monday May 8, 2017 at 10 a.m. at St. Patrick Church. Father Vince Velas will officiate. Entombment will be in New St. Joseph cemetery. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com
May 04, 2017 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Charles Jack Smith, age 96, formerly of White Oak, died May 3, 2017 at UPMC East Hospital in Monroeville. Born October 20, 1920, “Jack” was the son of Wesley L. and Carrie Fisher Schroth Smith, of Pittsburgh. He is survived by his daughter Charlene M. Jackson formerly of North Versailles. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.
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May 04, 2017 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Judy Bortak, age 79 of White Oak, died Friday, April 28, 2017. She was born in Mt. Pleasant on December 16, 1937, daughter of the late Jack and Jeanne Porch Simpson and wife of the late Lawrence M. Bortak. Judy was proprietor with her husband of the former Marribee Framing in Rainbow Village, White Oak.
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May 04, 2017 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Melinda L. Macherosky, age 58 of McKeesport, died May 3, 2017 at Concordia Hospice of Washington. Born April 12, 1959 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late George and Ethel (Wakefield) Roberts, and loving wife of the late Bobby Macherosky. Melinda worked as the Benefits Manager for the International Brotherhood of Teamsters for many years. She lived for her faithful dogs and always gave back to help those animals in need. She is survived by her siblings, George “Gene” (Donna) Roberts of Reading, Judy (Jim) Black of North Huntingdon, and Patty (the late Lance) Townsend of Gulfport, MS; loving cousin and caregiver, Eileen Ryder; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws and friends. Services will be private and are entrusted to Willig Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to Concordia Hospice of Washington, 10 Leet St., Washington, PA 15301 or to the ASPCA. Condolences may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com
May 04, 2017 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Barbara M. Thorn, 87, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, May 3, 2017 in Harbour Senior Living, Monroeville.
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May 03, 2017 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Robert L. Fryer, 74, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, May 1, 2017 at Shadyside Hospital.
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May 02, 2017 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
William "Bill" Blaise Davis, Sr., 71, of North Huntingdon, died Thursday April 27, 2017 at home. He was born March 14, 1946 in McKeesport and was the son of the late William H. Davis and Adeline L. Barto. Bill was a retired Dispatcher for Port Authority Transit. He was a member and past master of Duquesne-McKeesport Lodge #731 A & FM, and was also a member of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Valley of Pittsburgh, and Local Union # 85. He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Sandra Mae Donaldson Davis, daughters, Renee Owens of Duquesne, Laurie L. (Dan) Kopasko of Irwin, and Kristen M. Burnett of North Huntingdon, sons, Richard Davis of Ohio, and William B. (Melanie) Davis, Jr., of New Cumberland, grandchildren, William B. Davis, III., Zachary A. Kopasko and Katelynn M. Kopasko, Giovanni W. Davis, Mark and Ashley Malinowski, Chelsea Davis and Keith Natale, 2 great-grandchildren, a niece and 3 nephews. He was preceded in death by his beloved dog Harley.
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May 01, 2017 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Dorothy B. Dembinski Stash, age 92 (November 19, 1924 - April 30, 2017) brought over nine decades of love to all who knew her. Jab her with needles and IVs and often hurting devices, and you would earn a smile, a blown kiss and a thank you in return. Her life was one of genuine, sincere gratitude for every day, even painful and challenging days being wheelchair bound for over twenty years.
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May 01, 2017 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Carol A. (Owens) Price, 77, of North Huntingdon, died Saturday April 29, 2017. She was born February 9, 1940 in Coal Valley, the daughter of the late Richard and Caroline (Kady) Owens. Carol was a former manager for Campbell’s Sunoco, North Huntingdon, and had formerly worked at Bucyrus-Erie, Glassport, Fort Pitt Steel, Versailles, and Pittron Steel, Glassport. She was a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church, North Huntingdon. Carol's greatest joy in life was spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great- grandchildren. She loved family trips to Myrtle Beach and Kelly's Island and family cook outs at her house. She also had the biggest heart and was always there for anyone who needed her.
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May 01, 2017 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
John R. Kisel, 61, of North Huntingdon, died Friday April 28, 2017 at home. He was born May 13, 1955 in Cleveland, a son of John Kisel of North Huntingdon and the late Nancy (Filson) Kisel. John had been a sales person for Applied Industrial, Shadyside, and worked as a greeter and driver for the William Snyder Funeral Home, Irwin. He was a graduate of Norwin High School, class of 1973, a member of Lutheran Church of Our Savior, North Huntingdon, and an active volunteer for Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.
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