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Carol Battles

April 11, 2024 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Carol Phillips Battles 85, of Dravosburg, formerly of Glassport, passed away on Wednesday April 10^th, 2024 at Jefferson Hospital. She was born in McKeesport on June 3^rd, 1938 to the late Elwyn and Marguerite (Wilds) Phillips. She was the loving wife of 52 years to Edward Battles. In addition to her loving husband, Carol is further survived by her son Alan (Audra) Battles of West Mifflin, grandchildren Elizabeth Battles of West Mifflin, Samuel Battles of West Mifflin, sister Marlyn McCormley of Elizabeth, as well as nieces Kristen Curran and Susan Large, great nieces Amanda Curran, Emily and Ariane Autore, and Carlyn and Samantha Large. She was preceded in death by her parents. Carol was a member of the First Baptist Church in Glassport and Amity Presbyterian Church in Dravosburg, she also was a member of the Fem Gem women’s group and was a Sunday school teacher. She was a terrific organist who played at both First Baptist Church, Amity Presbyterian Church and Kane Hospital. Carol worked as a medical secretary for Dr Reiner and Dr. Kurtz Private Practice in Oakland and Mercy Hospital. Carol also sold Avon Products for 30 years. Family and friends will be received on Monday April 15^th, 2024 from 2 P.M. – 4 P.M. and 6 P.M. – 8 P.M. at E.C. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Ave, Glassport, PA 15045. A service will be held on Tuesday April 16^th, 2024 at 11 A.M. at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Jefferson Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Amity  Presbyterian Church. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.

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Linda Simon

April 11, 2024 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

 Linda Mae “Lil Lindy from Mossburgs” Finney Simon, 74 who resided in Connellsville for 50 years, passed away on April 10th, 2024 at her sons home. She was born in McKeesport on May 24th, 1949 to the late Jack and Dolores Gouker Finney. She was married to Fred Simon. She is survived by her sons Mat Simon of Youngwood, Tony (April McFadden) Simon of Scottdale, her sisters Cheryl (Jake) Evansky of Charleroi, Ruth (Westley) Hanburg of Jefferson Hills, Bonnie Lemley of Belle Vernon, and her brother Allen (Bea) Gray of Layton, grandchildren Mathew, Cody, Kyler, Mylee, Alivia, Lillyonah, as well as many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents. She enjoyed taking care of the house and pond. She loved to pass the time by sewing. Linda worked at Mossburgs Restaurant for 15 years as a waitress and made many memories there. Family and friends will be received on Monday April 15th, 2024 from 12 P.M. – 1 P.M. at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. Service will take place at 1 P.M. followed by interment at St. Clare Cemetery at 2 P.M. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the funeral home to defray costs. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com

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Mary Ann Peterson

April 11, 2024 |

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

Mary Ann Peterson, age 91, of Elizabeth Twp., PA, died on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. She was born in Pittsburgh, PA on May 8, 1932, grew up in Forest Hills, PA, and was the daughter of the late Walter and Anna Szmyd Matusz. She was also the wife of the late Edward A. Peterson, Sr., who died on October 15, 2015. Mary Ann was employed as a secretary for the University of Pittsburgh for many years.

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Judith A. Evans Carlson

April 11, 2024 |

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

Judith A. Evans, 76, of North Huntingdon, departed this earth April 11, 2024. She was born June 10, 1947 in Mckeesport and was the youngest of six children and the only girl to the late John Elmer and Viola Rosetta (Bookamer) Evans. In her youth she was an accomplished gymnast, training locally at Turner’s Gym nearly qualifying for the US Olympic Team in 1968. Until recently, Judy ran her own successful business having to retire for health reasons. She is survived by her daughters, Kristin Carlson of Penn Trafford, Kate (Jason) Zavacky of White Oak, brother Thomas (Diane) Evans of Port Vue, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son, Kirk Carlson, former spouse Michael A. Carlson, and brothers Jack Arnold Evans, William E. Evans, James Douglas Evans, and Robert Bruce Evans. She will be remembered for bringing an energy to everything she did. Judy would like you to cherish all the good times you shared together. There will be no public visitation. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

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Henry W. Kalkbrenner

April 11, 2024 |

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

Henry W. Kalkbrenner, 81, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, April 10, 2024. He was born June 30, 1942 and was the son of the late Frederick and Dorothy (Lewis) Kalkbrenner. He was the loving husband of 60 years to Anita Kalkbrenner. Henry was a United States Marine Corps veteran. He worked for U.S. Steel as a Blast Furnace Supervisor at the Duquesne and Edgar Thompson Works. He was also a member of the Duquesne Works Retirement Group. He loved hunting, fishing and golfing with his golf league at Butler's.

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Robert Ruyechan

April 10, 2024 |

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

On Tuesday April 2, 2024, Robert Ruyechan, age 91 of Pittsburgh passed away.  Son of the late Michael Ruyechan and Teresa (Matelan) Ruyechan. Beloved Husband of the late Clare (Blessing) Ruyechan.  Bob was preceded in death by his brothers Raymond Ruyechan, Michael (the late Millie) Ruyechan, and nephew Wayne Ruyechan.  He is survived by Sister-in-law Evelyn (Lazor), niece Renee Ruyechan, nephews Damian Ruyechan and Michael ( Jill ) Ruyechan, great-nephew Kadin, great Niece Chelsea Mariah Gilkey and Bob’s Beloved Significant Other Nancy Rygiel.  Bob was a Korean War Veteran, serving in the Army.  He was an engineer—a profession that allowed him to travel the world and live abroad—Venezuela, Poland and Mexico.  To know Bob was to love Bob.  He was an intelligent, honest, genuine, humorous and kind human being.  Bob loved his automobiles! Having started out driving a Thunderbird in his early days, keeping the love alive by driving a Ford Mustang in his later life (his eighties!!) and most recently driving his Lincoln SUV.  Bob was an expert marksman, having enjoyed being a longtime member of several gun clubs.

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Marlene F. Kucera

April 10, 2024 |

By Administrator | Posted in: Alfieri Funeral Home

Marlene F. Kucera, of North Versailles, passed on April 9th 2024, at the age of 75. She will be greeted in loving embrace by her parents, Dorris (Mull) and Irvine Kucera, sister, Ellen M. Meacham, and brother, I. Duane Kucera who preceded her in death.  She is survived by her brother-in-law, Donald Meacham, sister-in-law, Jacqueline Kucera. She was the loving aunt of Lesa (John) Toncich, Jolene Marie (Blair) Bogdan, Justin Kucera, and Alita (Chris) East.; great-aunt of Dominic Toncich, Parker Bogdan, Cooper Bogdan, Spencer Bogdan, Jacob East, and Jamisyn East.

Marlene lived in Green Valley all her life. She graduated from Westinghouse Memorial High School / East Allegheny School District in 1966, and was a member of Junior Achievement. She also attended Forbes Road East Technical School for printing. She worked for Baierl Chevrolet for 12 years. She also worked at JD Printing, WEBCO, Sir Speedy Printing, and managed RBJ Graphics. She was a member and officer of Pathfinder Credit Union / United Community Federal Credit Union. She retired in 2011.

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Lisa M. Horvath

April 10, 2024 |

By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Lisa M. Horvath, 65, a resident of Westmoreland Manor, formerly of North Huntingdon, died Saturday March 30, 2024. Lisa was born June 21, 1958 in Braddock, a daughter of the late George C. and Wanda (Kuhn) Horvath. She is survived by her sisters Kaya Denise Jacolev of Washington and Renee Nickolas of Texas; also nieces nephews and cousins. Private interment will be with her parents at Union Cemetery, North Huntingdon. The William Snyder Funeral Home, Irwin, is handling arrangements. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Lisa Meri Horvath please visit our Sympathy Store.

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Elaine C. (Mooney) Allen

April 10, 2024 |

By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Elaine C. (Mooney) Allen, age 79, of East McKeesport passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2024. She was born February 4, 1945 in Braddock, a daughter of the late William Mooney and Irene (Curtis) Gingery. She enjoyed working in retail sales at Fashion Bug in the East Land Mall before it closed. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of over 28 years William J. Allen; daughter Michelle Lubly; brother William Mooney and James Mooney; and sister Marlene Mooney. She is survived by her niece Joann (Tim) Gusty that she was very close with and thought of as a daughter; and nieces Sharon (Jeffrey) Wiley, Coleen (Mark) Rosol and Nicole Mooney. Services are private. Interment at Penn Lincoln Memorial Park in North Huntingdon Township. Arrangements handled by the Forgie-Snyder Funeral Home, 1032 Broadway, East McKeesport, 412-823-8083. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Elaine C. (Mooney) Allen please visit our Sympathy Store.

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Don A. Licht

April 10, 2024 |

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

Don A. Licht, age 73 of Canonsburg and formerly of West Elizabeth, passed away on Monday, April 8, 2024 in Townview Health and Rehabilitation Center, McMurray.  Born October 28, 1950 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Carl "Cotty" and Nancy (Caulkett) Licht.  Don was a veteran of the US Navy serving during the Vietnam War and worked as a Millwright for US Steel, Clairton Works.  He is survived by his daughter Allison (Daniel) Licht-Brown of Presto; son Chad (Melissa) Licht of Pittsburgh; grandchildren Sabrina, Trinity, and Mia Brown and Chad and Emma Licht; sisters MaryJane Hickman and Nancy Licht-Barone; brother Carl "Randy Licht" and Richard Licht; and also nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Bill Licht. 

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Ronald Minnich

April 10, 2024 |

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

Ronald A. Minnich, age 67 of North Huntingdon, passed away on April 9, 2024, at his home.  He was born in Wilkinsburg on April 8, 1957, a son of the late Joseph and Helen Mazur Minnich.  Ron was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Irwin, and a graduate of East Allegheny High School.  Prior to his retirement, he was employed as a delivery driver for FedEx.  Above all, Ron was a family man.  He always looked forward to watching his grandchildren compete in baseball, softball, wrestling, and karate.  Ron also loved to fish and attend car shows.  In addition to his parents, Ron was preceded in death by his brother Stevie Minnich.  He is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Christine, son Ron (Natalie) Minnich, daughter Kourtney McGonigle (Brian), brothers Tim (Sue) Minnich, Michael (Carol) Minnich, sister Vicki Slepsky (Barry), and grandchildren Slater, Asher, Ava, and Anthony.  Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon PA, on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. A funeral service will take place in the funeral home chapel on Saturday at 10 A.M.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Amyloidosis Foundation at www.amyloidosis.org.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Genevieve M. (Nickolay) Pavlic

April 09, 2024 |

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

Genevieve M. (Nickolay) Pavlic, age 94 of Port Vue, passed away at home on Monday, April 8, 2024.  Born January 11, 1930 in Upper St. Clair, she was a daughter of the late Albert J. and Mary Ann (Orient) Nickolay.  A retired salesperson at Kaufmann's Department Store in Pittsburgh, Genevieve was a member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish - St. Eugene's Site in Liberty Borough, the Port Vue Seniors, the CFU #3 of Versailles.  In her spare time, she enjoyed collecting antiques and collectables.  Her daughter will remember as the best mom in the world.  Besides her parents, Genevieve was preceded in death by her husband Frank J. Pavlic; who passed away September 11, 1987, her daughter Jean Marie Pavlic; and her siblings Mary Ann Gallagher, Catherine Lakomy, and Albert, Joseph, and Bernard Nickolay.  She is survived by her daughter Mary Ann Zsak of Port Vue, her sister Theresa Beggs, her sister-in-law Irene Pavlic, and also many nieces and nephews. 

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Janet Whitney Baum

April 09, 2024 |

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

Janet Whitney Baum, age 85, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away peacefully on April 9, 2024 surrounded by family. Born Janet Frances Whitney on August 12, 1938, in McKeesport, daughter to James & Nora (Graham) Whitney. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Donald Murin, ex-Husband David Del Signore, brothers James (Velma) & Gerald (Rose) Whitney and sister Laverne (Jerry) Shaner.

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Wilma Jean Fedorka

April 09, 2024 |

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

Wilma Jean (Firczak) Fedorka, age 88, of Saegertown, formerly of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2024 at Crawford Care Center. She retired as a cashier for Marraccini Supermarket and was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. Born June 15, 1935 in Elizabeth, she was a daughter of the late John and Catherine (Kovach) Firczak and wife of the late Paul E. Fedorka. She is survived by daughter, Paula J. (William) Cray of Morrisville, NC; son, Thomas M. Fedorka of Linesville; grandchildren, Billy Cray of Morrisville, NC, Andy (Dana Dettloff) Cray of Austin, TX, Paul Cray of Morrisville, NC, Jennifer (Justin) Januta of Celina, TX, Thomas M. (Elise) Fedorka Jr. of New Castle, Melissa Fedorka of Linesville, Michael Ferrante of Elizabeth and Julieann Ferrante of Elizabeth; great-grandchildren, Jacob Rivera and Rhona and Aurelia Fedorka; also, many nieces and nephews. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Friday, April 12, 2024 from 1-3 and 5-7 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday, April 13, 2024 at 11:30 AM in Saints Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church (https://joachimandannediopitt.org/st-michael-church) with the Rev. Thomas J. Burke officiating. Burial will follow in Ascension Cemetery in Clairton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc (https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/breast-cancer-support/?form=donate) or the Alzheimer’s Association (https://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?df_id=51079&51079.donation=form1&mfc_pref=T&utm_

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Donald G. “Donnie” Yanik

April 09, 2024 |

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

Donald G. “Donnie” Yanik, age 69 of Ligonier, and formerly of Clairton passed away on Friday, April 5, 2024 at Uniontown Hospital.  Born January 3, 1955 in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Benedict and Ann (Hornyak) Yanik.  A retired medical technician for UPMC Mercy in Pittsburgh, he loved outdoors, animals, and nature.  He is survived by his sister Barbara (Larry) Smith of New Martinsville, WV; brother Kenneth (Carol) Yanik of Elizabeth; niece Jennifer (Josh) Cook; great niece and nephews Ben, Nick, and Julia Cook.  A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Friday, April 12, 2024 at 12:00 pm in St. Clare of Assisi Parish. Burial to follow at St. Clare Cemetery. If you are attending the mass, please meet at the church. www.bekavacfuneralhome.com