Linda Ann Goldsworthy
January 23, 2024 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Anna Mae Notaro
January 23, 2024 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Anna Mae Notaro, age 90, of Port Vue, died on January 21, 2024, at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital. Born July 24, 1933, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Alphonse and Anna (Korap) Kowalski and the wife of Joseph Notaro for 70 years, or as she would say, "all her life."
Anna, better known as Mae, was a member of Saints Joachim and Anne Parish. Mae and Joseph made cherished memories while traveling together, with Palm Springs being one of their favorite destinations. Their excitement reached unparalleled heights when they had the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be part of the iconic game show, The Price is Right. Her sense of community could be seen in her involvement with the Port Vue Senior Citizens. Mae dedicated her time as a director, organizing meaningful bus tours for others to enjoy. Mae's love for puzzles brought a sense of accomplishment. She would spend hours carefully piecing together intricate designs, and then, once completed, she would share puzzles with her friends to enjoy. Mae also enjoyed scratch-off tickets and trips to the casino, where she would play the slots.
Neil S. Salopek
January 22, 2024 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Neil S. Salopek, 44, of West Mifflin passed away surrounded by his loved ones in the comfort of his home on Sunday, January 21, 2024.
Neil was born on December 17, 1979 to the late Duane (Duey) and (late) Cindy Salopek. He was raised in West Mifflin (Riverview Homes) with his sister, Nicole (Brandon Nathan) Salopek, where he met his closest friends to this day. Neil was a loving husband to Stefanie (Schlutz) Salopek and a proud father to his beautiful daughters, Lia (16) and Adilee (14). He was the epitome of a “girl dad” and loved to spoil his girls at any cost. Neil was also the fun uncle, always wrestling with his nephews (Jace, Dash, and Cam Nathan). He will be deeply missed by his wife, daughters, sister, and nephews, but his will to provide and lead for them will never be forgotten.
As one of the first employees at FEI (Field Environmental Instruments), Neil was an integral part of developing the company. His work ethic was admirable, and he built many lasting relationships in his 25 years with the business. When Neil wasn’t working, he spent his time on the softball field as coach and role model. His softball family was near and dear to his heart and he never gave up battling for them.
Neil is also survived by his grandma, Jane (Bitkowski) Breznay and preceded in death by his grandfather, Francis “Braz” Breznay and Helen (Lesko) Salopek, along with his uncles: Uncle Ted, Uncle Denny, and Uncle Dave. He also had a close knit of friends that were and always will be family to him.
Family and Friends will be received in the William S. Skovranko Memorial Home, Inc., 828 Richford Street, Duquesne, on Wednesday, January 24th from 2PM until the blessing service at 8PM. A church service will be held on Thursday, January 25th at 10 AM, Christ Lutheran Church, 405 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne. Following the service, a celebration of Neil’s life will be held at the American Croatian Club, 1111 Grant Avenue, Duquesne.
Just like his dad, Neil would always ask, “Who loves you?”. He would want his girls (and you) to know that the only acceptable answer is “You do.”
William Gordon Ross
January 22, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
William Gordon Ross, 93, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Monday January 22, 2024. He was born July 27, 1930 in Glassport and was the son of the late Donald O. and Nina (Wilkes) Ross. He was the loving husband of 47 years to Elaine (Lathrop) Ross. William was an Air Force veteran and a proud member of the VA. He had worked as a Sales Manager for Copperweld Bimetallics in Glassport for over 30 years, he had also worked for Finney Funeral Home, Sun Coach Line and co-owned Sister's Fashions with his wife in White Oak. William had a passion for music and was a choir director at numerous churches including Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church in Elizabeth.
Michelle Korinko
January 22, 2024 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Michelle K. Korinko, age 59, of North Huntingdon, PA, went to be with the Lord on January 20, 2024. She passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. Born November 27, 1964, in McKeesport, PA, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Katherine (Matich) Korinko. Her loving partner and best friend James Fischer shared their life together for over 18 years.
Anthony P. Mazzocca
January 22, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Anthony P. Mazzocca, age 68, of Forward Twp., passed away on Saturday, January 20, 2024 at Jefferson Hospital. He was a retired truck driver for Pepsi in McKees Rocks. He loved hunting and fishing. Born October 25, 1955 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late Pasquale and Virginia (Dirienzo) Mazzocca. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Lorraine C. (Abbott) Mazzocca; daughters, Alyssa (Steven) Colaianni of Canonsburg and Lauryn Taylor of North Versailles: sister, Lucy (Alex) DeBlasio of West Homestead; brother, Domenic Mazzocca of White Oak; good buddy, Gary (Bernadine) Trunzo of Forward Twp.; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sister, Loretta Markowski. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Thursday, January 25, 2024, from 2 PM until the time of blessing at 4 PM with the Rev. Edwin Wichman officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association of PA, 810 River Avenue, Suite 140, Pittsburgh, PA 15212. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
Albert D. Dick, Sr.
January 22, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Albert Dale Dick Sr., 90, of North Huntingdon, PA, passed away at home on Sunday, January 21st, 2024. He was born in Wilkinsburg, PA on November 21, 1933, to the late Herbert and Georgia (Buell) Dick. He graduated from North Huntingdon High School in 1953. He loved sports, and enjoyed being a part of the football, wrestling, and baseball teams. Upon graduation, he joined the Army as a paratrooper, serving a period of his time stationed in Greenland. He had many jobs throughout his life including; paper delivery, truck driver, dock worker, painter, and most recently custodian of Norwin School District. He retired from Norwin after 25 years. He was a life-long member of Christ Lutheran Church, and enjoyed spending his Sunday’s as an Elder there. Those that knew him would say he was a character, always ready to tell his stories to anyone willing to listen. He was an animal lover, who enjoyed sharing his meals with the dogs, and having his cat sit in his lap for hours at a time while watching sports on TV. He also loved playing cards, going to see high school musicals, meeting new people, and traveling with the AARP. Surviving Albert are his children, son Albert (Shelia) Dick, daughter Janet (Barry) Conley, his beloved cat, Herbie, his grandchildren Kimberly Conley, Madison Dick, Allison Dick, Brian Dick and brother Jim Dick. Besides his parents, Albert is preceded in death by his wife Louise, and siblings Herbert T., C. William, Mary Ann and MAry Ann. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, Pa on Thursday 2-4 & 6-8 PM. A funeral service will be held Friday 11 AM at the Christ Lutheran Church in Forest Hills. PLEASE GO DIRECTLY TO THE CHURCH. Interment will be private in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Christ Lutheran Church in Forest Hills. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
Marlene Marzoch
January 22, 2024 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Marlene Marzoch, 71, of Port Vue passed away on January 20 after a courageous battle with uterine cancer. She was surrounded by her loved ones at the time she passed.
Marlene was born on April 10, 1952, in Homestead, PA, to the late August B. Kertis and Mary (Kuzma) Kertis. After graduating from West Mifflin North in 1970, she went on to work as an administrative assistant at Pitt's School for the Blind. She then attended Median school and worked as a dental assistant for 10 years. During these years Marlene volunteered her time teaching CCD at Holy Trinity parish in West Mifflin. She was a lover of sports, especially Pitt basketball, the Pirates and Steelers.
In 1978, Marlene met her husband Jerome Marzoch and they wed in 1980, going on to have a daughter Melissa.
When Marlene had her first child she decided to dedicate her life to being an amazing mother. She was very involved with volunteer work at Saint Joseph Regional School in Port Vue, working in the preschool as well. She also was an involved band parent at South Allegheny High School. Marlene continued to be a rock to daughter Melissa, as she provided her constant support while attending The University of Pittsburgh.
Marlene was an avid gardener and lover of yard work. She also enjoyed spending time biking the Great Allegheny Passage bike trail with her husband, Jerome. She greatly enjoyed singing in the Mary Mother of God parish choir for 12 years. Marlene cherished being an aunt to her nephew, Shawn. What brought the greatest smile to Marlene's face were her 3 grandchildren, Gavin, Kinsley and Weston. She loved being a grandma and could be found enjoying time at Kennywood with them during the summer months.
Marlene is the beloved wife of Jerome Marzoch for 43 years and loving mother to daughter Melissa (Robert) Hickey of Warrington, PA. Her grandchildren Gavin, Kinsley, and Weston Hickey made her so proud. She is survived by her loving sister Marilyn Kertis-Cox, brother in law Michael Cox, and loving nephew Shawn Cox of State College, PA. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary (Kuzma) Kertis, father August B. Kertis, and infant son Jerome Marzoch Jr.
Visitation will be held on Friday, January 26, 2023, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR. Parting prayers will be held at the Funeral Home on Saturday, January 27, 2023, at 10:15 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, at 11:00 a.m., at St. Patrick Church of Mary Mother of God Parish. Burial will follow in Holy Trinity Cemetery, West Mifflin.
A special thanks goes out to the providers at UPMC Magee-Women’s Hospital Gynecologic Oncology department and the nurses and staff at Amedisys Hospice for their care.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society for continued research in the area of uterine cancer.
Helen Moss
January 22, 2024 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Helen Moss, 93, of McKeesport died Jan. 20, 2024. She is the daughter of the late Valent and Mary (Lakovic) Ratesic and beloved wife of the late Samuel Moss. She is survived by her daughters Judy (the late Joe) Bocianoski and Janice Frum; grandchildren Beverly (Shawn) Patterson, Melissa (Ryan) Pokorny, Joe (Bekka) Bocianoski, Jason (Gina) Bocianoski, April (Justin) Guadagni, Alayna Rhodes, and Jenna Frum also 16 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son John Moss, daughter-in-law, Pat Moss and brothers and sisters. Helen was a member of Mary Mother of God Parish. Friends will be received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Tuesday from 6 to 9pm. A funeral mass will be held 10 am at St. Patrick Church. Interment following Mt. Vermont Cemetery.
Joy B. DeClaudio
January 20, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Joy B. DeClaudio, 92, of Irwin, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, January 19, 2024. She was born July 4, 1931 in Irwin and was the daughter of the late Emil and Narcissa (Morpanini) Brunazzi, Sr. She was the wife of the late Robert "Bob" DeClaudio who passed away in 2002. Joy had worked for US Steel Irvin Works as a Key Punch Operator and also worked on her parents farm. She was a member of the Homemaker's Club in Sewickley and was a former member of the Shaner Sportsman's Club. She was a 1949 graduate of Sewickley Township High School in Herminie and attended Penn State University. She was a great Italian cook and a baker of many tasty "goodies". Joy loved cook books and trying new recipes. She also enjoyed going to sales, reading, making crafts with her friends at the "Club", and spending time with all her nieces and nephews including Laurie and her husband Rob at the Critter Country Animal Farm in Smithton. Joy attended "game dinners" at the Shaner Sportsman's Club, fundraiser BBQs at Clelian Heights School for Exceptional Children and holiday dinners with her family. Joy had a special "Pencil Christmas Tree" decorated with dozens of "Joy" ornaments given to her from friends and family members. She will be remembered for her devotion and care to her husband Bob DeClaudio, her parents, and her brother, Richie, and for her independence, great sense of humor and a heart of gold.
Barbara L. Abel
January 20, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Barbara L. Abel, age 79, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, January 20, 2024 at William Penn Care Center in Jeannette. She was born in, Cuba, New York, a daughter of the late Bernard and Louise Griffin Torpey. She graduated from Portville Central School, Portville, NY class of 1963. She was a member of Rivers Edge United Methodist Church in Portville, NY and a past member of the Portville American Legion Auxilary Post 814. Prior to her retirement, she was an office clerk for Gateway Diesel. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and sisters, was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan, enjoyed reading, camping, and traveling. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Robert, daughter Catharine Guthrie, and sisters Beverly Van Curen, Bonnie Willard, Bernie Moore, and Louise Torpey . She is survived by her sons, Jeffery Platt and his wife, Michelle, Jody Platt and his wife, Ashley, Michael Abel and his wife, Trisha; daughter Paula Driscoll and her husband, Bill; grandchildren Kiel Platt and his wife Chelsey, Paige Johnson and her husband Mike Baldino, Kimberly Driscoll, William Driscoll, Colton Platt, Eliana Platt; great-grandchild Callen Baldino; sisters Joyce Gagliardo and her husband Saverio, Lorie Henton and her husband Chuck, Dorothy Kinney and her husband Bruce. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA on Monday from 2-4 PM with a service at 4 PM. Interment will be private in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville, PA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wounded Warriors Project. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
Mary E. Lasich
January 20, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Mary E. Lasich, age 77 of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 in Jefferson Hospital. Born April 26, 1946 in New Orleans, LA, she was a daughter of the late Ralph and Virginia (Hicks) Makepeace. A 1964 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School and Franco Beauty Academy, Mary retired from Target in West Mifflin and was an active member of Pine Run United Methodist Church. In her spare time, she enjoyed quilting, sewing, embroidery, miniatures, and various other arts and crafts. Mary won several blue ribbons at the Washington County Fair for entries in knitting and needlework. She was a member of the Pittsburgh Miniature Society; participated in several craft-related charities; was an avid baker, cook, and gardener; and enjoyed regular trips to Ohio Amish Country with her husband of 56 years, Richard D. Lasich. Besides her husband, Mary is survived by her children Beth (Mark) Emerick, Eric (Jessica) Lasich, Andrew (Melissa) Lasich, and Mark Lasich; her grandchildren Joshua, Amber, Jake, Ryan, Colin, and Maddie; her sister Susan Rosetti; and also numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother Jack Makepeace.
Glenda Stansak
January 20, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Glenda Stansak, age 81 of Irwin, went home to be with Jesus on January 18th, 2024. She was born on April 15, 1942, in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Glenn and Jean Leonard Eicher. She was a graduate of Norwin High School, Class of 1960. Glenda retired from the North Huntingdon Giant Eagle after 15 years of employment. She was a member of Herminie United Methodist Church, enjoyed baking for family & friends, and was an avid listener of soft jazz music. Glenda loved to spend time with her grandchildren whom she was endlessly proud of. In addition to her parents, Glenda was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Henry Stansak. She is survived by daughters Lynne (Mark) Lesnick, Sharon (Todd) Johns, sisters Karen (Chuck) Wichrowski, Barbara ( the late Everett) Brake, grandchildren Jessica (Austin) Rahn, Michaela Johns, T.J. Johns, Tyler Johns, Samantha Lesnick, Matthew Lesnick, and great-grandchildren Aidan and Averie. A memorial service will be held Monday, February 5th, at 11AM at the Herminie United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Pittsburgh Parkinson's Foundation. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon PA in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
John Stokum
January 20, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
John D. Stokum, age 78 of Irwin, passed away on January 19, 2024 at Hempfield Manor. He was born on January 12, 1946 in Greensburg, a son of the late Clarence Jacob and Hazel Alberta Mathias Stokum. John was a 1966 graduate of Jeannette High School and a veteran in the US Army where he served as a Corporal in the Vietnam War. Prior to his retirement, John was employed by Metal Finishing Industries. He was a member of Norwin Christian Church, an avid hunter, enjoyed gardening, maintaining the yard, and loved working on his tan. His favorite vacation destination was Stone Harbor, New Jersey. Every summer, John looked forward to visiting his family at the annual reunion. In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his sisters, Betty DiNardo, Lois Stokum, Lillian Tocco, Delores Couchenour, Ilene Anderson, Genevieve Klingensmith, and brothers Thomas Stokum and Clarence Jacob Stokum, Jr.. John is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years, Janet Shields Stokum, son J.C. (Laura) Stokum, daughter Keri (Pete) Radford, sister Charlotte Saint, brother Paul Joseph (Judy) Stokum, grandchildren Lauren Radford, Ella Radford, Kayla Stokum, and Landon Stokum, sister-in-law Roxanne Stokum, numerous nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, great-great nieces and nephews, and his canine companion, Bailey. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to All But Furgotten animal shelter. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon PA in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.comJanet Irene Culp
January 19, 2024 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
