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Norman Redwing

January 16, 2024 |

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

Norman Redwing, age 91, of Versailles, PA, died on Wednesday, January 3, 2024. He was born in Coraopolis, PA on October 8, 1932 and was the son of the late James A. Redwing and Aleatha Hardy Carrington. Norman proudly served in the United States Army.

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Sandra L. Bertoty

January 15, 2024 |

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

Sandra L. (Shaffer) Bertoty, 77, passed away on Sunday, January 14^th at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, surrounded by family and friends. Born January 18, 1946 in McKeesport to the late George H. and Anna M. (Surgeon) Shaffer, she was a graduate of McKeesport Area High School (1963) and the Douglas School of Business (1965). At her first job at Renzie Park as a playground supervisor, she met her future husband, John. Following their marriage in October of 1965, she was employed by Liberty Loans as a Claims Supervisor. While raising her family, she worked for Supowitz Brothers Shoe Company and J.S. Robb Shoes. She eventually worked as Office Manager/Dental Assistant for Dr. Samir J. Ayoub, D.D.S. until her retirement in 1996 to become full-time Grandma to her only grandchild, Matthew.

Sandra was a member of the former Holy Trinity (Saint Martin de Porres) Parish, in McKeesport, where she volunteered as a C.C.D. Teacher and was one of the original Eucharistic Ministers for Holy Trinity Church. She was an active member of the parish’s Fundraising Committee, overseeing the Lottery Ticket fundraiser and ticket booth manager for the Parish Festivals. Sandra was a Benefactor Life-Member of the NRA, a Certified Pistol Instructor and helped teach First-Steps Pistol Instruction, along with her husband, at Anthony Arms and Pitcairn-Monroeville Sportsman’s Club, where she was also a member. She was an active member of McKeesport-White Oak Kiwanis, where she served as Chairwoman of the Membership Committee, and the Westmoreland-Fayette County Boy Scouts of America where she held several positions, including Committee Member for Pack 270, and a member of the Bushy-Run District Committee, where she helped organize and run numerous District Events.

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Edward J. Balombiny

January 15, 2024 |

By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home

Edward J. Balombiny, 74, of West Mifflin, entered into eternal rest at home on Thursday January 11, 2024. Born in Homestead on May 12, 1949 to the late Edward and Verna (Hankowitz) Balombiny. Mr. Balombiny was a retired machinist for McKesson Medical Manufacturing and a U.S. Army veteran. He is survived by a daughter, Heather (Frank) Mayer, two grandchildren, Hunter and Mckenzie Mayer, an aunt, Mary (late Ray) Balombiny, and several cousins. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by a brother Jan Balombiny.

Family and friends will be received in the William S. Skovranko Memorial Home Inc., 828 Richford Street, Duquesne from 3-7 on Thursday, January 18, 2024. Blessing services will be offered on Friday January 19, 2024 at 9 A.M. in the funeral home followed by burial with military honors at 10:30 A.M. in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville.

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Jerrine Trich

January 15, 2024 |

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

Jerrine Trich, age 60 of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Friday, January 12, 2024 at Jefferson Hospital. She retired as a quality control inspector at Sony Corp in New Stanton. She enjoyed camping and the outdoors, but most of all loved to be with her family, especially her grandchildren. Born July 20, 1963 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Shirlene (Rhodes) Trich. She is survived by her son, Alvin C. (Stacie) Bruce; grandchildren, Chris, Dylan and Katy; sisters, Jay DiVirgilio of Clairton, Beverly Laskody of Elizabeth Twp. and Connie (Scott Laverick) Trich of Forward Twp.; also, nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. No services are planned. Share condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com 

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Dale Chester Maurer

January 15, 2024 |

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

Dale Chester Maurer, 80, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Tuesday, January 9, 2024. He was born January 3, 1944 in Elizabeth Township and was the son of the late Glenn and Margaret (Johnson) Maurer. Dale was a retired warehouse worker for G.C. Murphy and also worked for US Steel. 

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June A. Halvorson McElravy

January 15, 2024 |

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

June A. Halvorson McElravy, 95, of White Oak, passed away Sunday, January 14, 2024, in Mt. View Memory Care Home in Greensburg, PA. She was born June 12, 1928 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late John Halvorson, Sr. and Anna Widen Halvorson. She was the loving wife of Glenn McElravy, who passed away on September 18, 2006. She worked for Bell Telephone of PA in their McKeesport office. She was an earlier member of St. John Lutheran Church in McKeesport where she taught Sunday School. More recently she was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in White Oak where she helped with altar care and was involved with its woman's groups. June belonged to White Oak Chapter 2294 of the American Association of Retired Persons, Pioneers, Eastern Star and served as a volunteer in the gift shop of McKeesport Hospital.

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Robert Matibe

January 15, 2024 |

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

Robert Matibe, age 90 of North Huntingdon, passed away on January 15, 2024. He was born on April 4th, 1933 in McKeesport PA, a son of the late Herman and Coral Pierce Matibe. Robert was a US. Army Veteran having served during the Korean War. He was a retired plumber for Cost Plumbing in Forest Hills and a member of Paintertown Lutheran Church. Robert enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, and playing dartball for his church. In addtition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by his beloved wife Rosemary Cupak Matibe, sons Richard and Jeffrey, brother Richard, and sister Betty Reon. Robert is survived by his son Dan (Yong Cha), daughters Cynthia Caninzun and Sue Matibe, grandchildren Alicia Veitch, Leeza Gordon (Casey), Aaron Caninzun, Christopher Matibe (Samantha), Michael Matibe, Diana Matibe, Amanda Bussard (Ben Hank), and Courtney Bussard, and great grandchildren Skylar, Landon, Sofia, Thea, Scarlett, and Robert. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 2-4 & 6-8PM at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon PA 15642. A funeral service will take place on Thursday at 11AM in the funeral home chapel with private interment to follow in Immaculate Conception Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Paintertown Lutheran Church. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

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Anna L. Herrmann

January 15, 2024 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

 

Anna Lee (Roberts) Herrmann, age 74, passed away on January 13, 2024 at Jefferson Hospital.  Born April 14, 1949 in San Antonio, Texas, she was the daughter of the late Edgar Roberts and the late Jean Louise Callewaert.  Anna is survived by her beloved children, Daniel (Michelle) Ellwood, John Ellwood, Maryjean Herrmann, and Rodana (Todd) Gorman.  Cherished Nana of Trisha Ellwood, Daniel Ellwood, Morgan (Nick) Beneke, Tyler (Alex) Ellwood, Dalana Gebis, Nicole Ellwood, Brooke Gorman, Aiden Gorman, Ava Ellwood, and Darrin Gorman; great-grandmother of Kaeden, Adryan, Katelynn, and Jayce.  Siblings, Marie (Pete) DeHerrera, Edgar (Janet) Roberts, John Hogan, Steven Roberts, Darrell (Pam) Roberts, and Julie (Robin) Barnes.  She was preceded in death by her son, Michael David Ellwood, and her sister, Leslie (Kevin) Bohannon.  She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and friends.  Those who knew Anna will remember that her grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought her immense happiness, and her greatest joy was found in spending time with her family.  Anna’s limitless kindness and caring brought many to regard her as family.  She was ‘mom’ and ‘nana’ to many of the friends of her children and grandchildren.  As a school bus monitor, she was the kindest of caretakers to her ‘children,’ going above and beyond to make their day special.  Anna most loved supporting her grandchildren by attending their sporting events, performances, and celebrating their accomplishments with them.  She enjoyed dancing, going to the beach, gardening, and baking sweet treats for her family.  Anna leaves behind a legacy of generosity and love, and it was rare to find someone who didn’t just adore her, even after just a short meeting.  Her family will forever carry the lessons of love and care that she brought to their lives.  Friends will be received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Fri. from 6 to 8.  Memorial donations are suggested to St. Jude Children’s Hospital or the Wounded Warrior Project.

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Amy Cooper

January 15, 2024 |

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

Amy Cooper, age 65, of Elizabeth Township, left this world suddenly on December 19, 2023, at Asbury Heights in Mt. Lebanon, PA.

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Edward Landini

January 15, 2024 |

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

Edward Landini, age 99 of North Huntingdon died January 14, 2024 at Redstone Highlands, North Huntingdon. He was born May 12, 1924 in Sutersville, Pa., a son of the late Bruno and Lydia Saccani Landini. Prior to his retirement, he was employed by Sutersville Lumber Co. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving as a military police officer having served during WWII. He was stationed in Washington D.C. and Massachusetts. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son Thomas Edward Landini, two brothers, Earl and Bruno Landini. He is survived by his beloved wife Louise Christie Landini and daughter in law, Peggy Landini (Steve Kern) . There will be no public visitation at this time. James W. Shirley Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. www.shirelyfuneralhome.com.

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Roy Williams, Jr.

January 14, 2024 |

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

Roy Williams, Jr., age 84, of Glassport, PA, formerly of McKeesport, PA, died on Sunday, January 14, 2024. He was born in McKeesport, PA on November 26, 1939 and was the son of the late Roy, Sr. and Virginia White Williams. He was the husband of the late Doris Kifer Williams, who died on August 14, 2023. Roy proudly served in the United States Navy. He was employed at USS National Tube, and was also a bus driver for Port Authority and McKeesport Area School District. He loved fishing, ice fishing, camping, and most of all spending time with all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who brought him so much joy.

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Janet L. Ducar

January 14, 2024 |

By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home

Janet L.Ducar (Palmer), 88, of Whitaker peacefully rested in the hands of the Lord surrounded by her loving family on Friday, January 12, 2024. She is preceded in death by her son Bernard J and her parents Mary and William Palmer.  Left to cherish her memory is her beloved husband Bernard E. Ducar of 68 years and her loving children William (Joanne), Robert, Denise (late Dean), Deborah (Ronald), and Mary Beth; Grandmother of Christi (Billy), Jessica (Jason), Katie, Joshua, Jared (Kalea), Courtney, Deana and Alexis; great grandmother to Annabelle and Alexandria.  Sisters Mary Lu (late Ross) and Margaret “Marge” (John), Sisters-in-law Frances, Martha (Tom), Dolly (Don).  Also survived by many nieces and nephews.  Janet had a strong work ethic and always did whatever she could to help others. Her caring nature, generosity and kindness were treasured by everyone who knew her. Janet lived her life with a great sense of humor and memories of her will surely bring a smile to her loved ones faces. She never met a baked good she didn’t like and loved reading, going to the movies, shopping, and spending time with her family.

Family and friends will be received in the William S. Skovranko Memorial Home Inc. 828 Richford Street, Duquesne, on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, from 11 A.M. until a Blessing Service at 3 P.M. with Rev. Andrew Deskevich officiating.

A mom like no other

Who took on everyone’s worries

Bakeries were your favorite place

And you handled life with such grace

We are all so lucky

To have had all of these years

As we look through these tears

We won’t see anything but a wonderful mama bear

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Juanita Denise (Matuschek) Betters

January 14, 2024 |

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

Juanita Denise (Matuschek) Betters, 68, of North Huntingdon, formerly of Duquesne, precious daughter, cherished sister, beloved wife, devoted mother and joyful grandmother, passed away Saturday, January 13, 2024. Juanita was an avid reader who enjoyed her flower garden and cross stitching. Her true passion, that she shared with her husband was college basketball, better never bother her during March Madness!! One of her greatest loves were pug dogs. Her own dog "Sparky" brought her such happiness. Juanita was a graduate of Duquesne High School where she met her beloved husband, Vince. Having children, making a home in North Huntingdon and being close to family completed her dreams. Trips to Disney World with family made her very happy. Juanita was preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, Vince "Vinni" Betters and her father William "Bill" Matuschek.

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Kathryn Louise Casciole

January 14, 2024 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Kathryn Louise Kerchner Casciole of Clairton, formerly of Emmaus passed away on Saturday January 13^th, 2023 at Jefferson Hospital. She was born in Emmaus on May 9^th, 1955 to Lotte Metz Kerchner and the late Marvin Kerchner. Kathryn was the loving wife of 22 years to Robert Casciole. In addition to her husband, she is further survived by her children Michael Kuder of Allentown, Kyle (Emma Crosbie) Casciole of Carrick, and Catiee (Stephen) Casciole Reynolds of Plano Tx, her mother Lotte Kerchner of Macungie, her siblings Sheryl Kerchner of Breiningsville, Susan (Scott) Beiber of Emmaus, Raymond (Linda) Kerchner of Breiningsville, and Marvin (Barbie) Kerchner Jr. of Macungie, and grandchild Eleanor Casciole of Carrick, as well as many nieces and nephews and her beloved pets Mollie and Ari. Kathryn was preceded in death by her father Marvin Kerchner. She enjoyed collecting the finest jewlery, gardening, and taking care of all animals. Kathryn especially loved turtles. She worked as a supervisor for Kraft Food Services for most of her life. Arrangements have been entrusted to S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6^th St, Clairton, PA 15025. A service will take place in Emmaus/Easton at a later date. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.

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Robert Kitta

January 13, 2024 |

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

Robert W. Kitta, age 64 of North Huntingdon peacefully passed away on January 12, 2024 at his home while surrounded by family. He was born on April 8th, 1959 in Mt. Pleasant, a son of the late Peter and Wilma May Fisher Kitta. Bob was a graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School, Class of 1977. He was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. Bob was a retired night-shift Clinical Technician at UPMC Western Psych and Resolve Crisis Center. His most cherished hobby was being Pap-Pap to his granddaughter Sophia (Squidget). He also enjoyed long Sunday drives and rides on his Indian motorcycle with his beloved wife Monica. Bob was a member of several charity-based biker organizations. He always looked forward to golfing with his brothers, Dan and Pete. Bob will be greatly missed by his cavachon Dusty. He was preceded in death by his mother-in-law Carol Mesiarik and sister-in-law Helen Ann Chabanik.  He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Monica Chabanik Kitta, daughter Ashley (Blake Lloyd), son Adam (Brittany Kluegel), brothers Dan (Patricia), and Peter (Donna), father-in-law William Chabanik, sisters-in-law Linda Carlson, Margaret Ursta, and Roseanne Debruyn, granddaughter Sophia Belle, and numerous nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. Bob never met anyone who wasn't a friend. Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 18th from 2-8 PM at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A Funeral Mass will take place on Friday at 9:30 AM at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church with interment to follow at Penn Lincoln Memorial Park.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.