January 13, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Judith Long, age 79 of Clairton, passed away on Thursday, January 11, 2024 in Jefferson Hospital. Born October 7, 1944 in Meadowlands, she was a daughter of the late Fred and Margaret (Cholak) Piasante. A member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish (the former St. Paulinus Church), Judith worked as a school bus driver for the Bamford Motor Coach of Duquesne. She will be remembered as a great mother who always put her family first. They remember her as always having a forgiving love and for going without so that they could have what they needed and wanted. When she became a grandmother, Judith was always there with unwavering support in their lives, be it for majorette competitions, football games, parades, or anything. They will love and miss her always. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of thirty years, Melvin W. Long, who passed away April 6, 2021, her son Anthony B. Koontz, who passed away January 21, 2021, and her daughter-in-law Erin Koontz, who passed away January 29, 2016. Judith is survived by her children Randall (Ruth) Koontz, Jr. of Donora, Christopher (Brenda) Koontz of Mt. Pleasant; and Brian Koontz of Clairton; her grandchildren Krista, Bryson, Taafe, Morgan, and Taylor; her brothers John Piasante of Meadowlands and Joseph (Joyce) Piasante of Washington; nieces and nephews; and her daughter-in-law Nicole Koontz.
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January 12, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Joyce D. Brown, age 68 of Clairton, passed away on Thursday, January 11, 2024 in UPMC Mercy Hospital - Pittsburgh. Born June 23, 1955 in Richmond, she is the mother of Michelle A. Brown and Von D. Brown of Clairton and the grandmother of Devondre Brown of Clairton, Aymilyon Carter of New Jersey, and Daysia Brown of Clairton. A member of Bible Baptist Temple in Jefferson Hills, Joyce worked for over 20 years in the customer service department of Giant Eagle. She raised her family in the former Blair Heights projects in Clairton and was beloved and active in that neighborhood. Joyce worked at the community center there, looked out for everyone, always had a piece of candy for the children, and was an integral part of the community. She will be remembered as a fun-loving, caring, and respected woman who will be missed by all, but by her family especially.
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January 12, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Robert Kistler, age 61 of Irwin, passed away on January 11, 2024 at his home. He was born September 17, 1962 in Greensburg, a son of Arthur and the late Sandra Wilson Kistler. He was a 1981 graduate of Coulter Road Baptist School. Robert was self-employed as a mechanic. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, watching Nascar, WWE wrestling, and collecting model cars. He is survived by his beloved wife Tammy Roycroft Kistler, three sons Robert, Christopher (Brooke), and Adam Kistler, daughters Louisa Carney (Dominique Brown Sr.), April Polansky (Matthew), brother Michael (Edith), and grandchildren, James, Serenity, Dominique Jr., Jacob, Jackson, and Jameson. Friends will be recieved on Sunday from 2 to 6 PM at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon PA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
January 11, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
James Joseph Quashnock, age 80, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2024 at home. He retired as an adjuster for Allstate Insurance Company. A veteran of the Air Force and the Reserves, he was a member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. He loved cars, especially his PT Cruiser, and enjoyed boating on Lake Erie and vacationing in Las Vegas. He was a lifetime member of the Elks and a member of the Moose and American Legion Daniel Keffer Post 75 in Clairton. When all is said and done, he’ll tell you he did it “my way.” Born March 9, 1943 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Joseph F. and Marie G. (Jones) Quashnock. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Natalie M. (Magiske) Quashnock; daughter, Jamie M. (Brendan C. Holly) Quashnock of Henderson, NV; brother, David J. (Donna) Quashnock of Jefferson Hills; sister-in-law, Barbara L. Quashnock; and nieces, Erica Kroll, Autumn (Anthony) DeMarco and Lisa Quashnock. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother, Richard W. Quashnock. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Monday, January 15, 2024, from 4-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at 10 AM in St. Michael Church with the Rev. Thomas J. Burke officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, Four Gateway Center, 444 Liberty Avenue, Suite 1300, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 or online at donatenow.heart.org. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
January 11, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Janice D. Kasony, age 69, of Trafford, PA, formerly of McKeesport, died on Monday, January 8, 2024. Born in McKeesport on February 19, 1954, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Lena DelCotto Demase. She was the wife of the late Dominic Anthony Kasony, who died on November 30, 2023.
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January 11, 2024 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Clifford G. “Cliff” Taylor, age 89, of North Huntingdon, formerly of West Mifflin, passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at Redstone Highlands, Greensburg. Born in McKeesport on July 31, 1934, he was the son of the late Frederick and Freda (Schmidt) Taylor. He was a retired Maintenance Utilities Manager for U.S. Steel-Duquesne Works and was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-St. Joseph Church. He proudly served his country in the Navy during the Korean War. He was the husband of the late Jacqueline (Vogt) Taylor and the late Joan C. (Gardell) Taylor. He is the father of Terri (Bill) Dearth of Morgantown, WV, Catherine (late Ralph) Eldridge of Middleton, CT, John (Mary) Gardell of Greenfield, Patricia Delserone of West Homestead and Mary (Jeff) Bedont of West Mifflin; grandfather of Matthew (Rachel) Dearth, Christine (Brian) Toomey, John (Kristin) Gardell, Amy Williams (Javier Ortiz), Richard (Rachael) Delserone, Joseph (Lisa) Gardell, Kimberly (David) Frishkorn, Michael (Ashley) Gardell, Tracey (Michael) Warywoda, Alex (Emily) Delserone, and Tyler Douglass; great grandfather of Amelia Dearth, Brian Jr., Shane, Brittany, Kaylee, Laney, Jack, Gabby, Ava, Gavin, Gwen, Rylee, Kacen & Teagan; great great grandfather of Brooklynn; and brother of James Taylor of Florida and the late Harold Taylor, William Taylor, Earl Taylor and Gladys Bear.
Visitation will be held on Friday, January 12, 2024, from 3-6 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. A Blessing Service will take place at the Funeral Home on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, at 10:00 a.m., at St. Joseph Church-Duquesne, with Rev. Nick Mastrangelo, officiating. A private family burial will take place at St. Joseph Cemetery.
January 11, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Patricia A. Kowalsky, age 84 of Wendel, Pa, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at Independence (Excela) Hospital. She was born September 4, 1939 in Westmoreland County and resided there her entire life. She was the oldest daughter of the late Anthony J.Andrews and the late Eleanor (Helen) Andrews Kolikowski of Wendel, PA. She was retired from the First National Bank in Herminie where she served as a teller for many years. She enjoyed oldies, music, and spending time with her friends, "The Golden Girls." In the summertime , she enjoyed planting her flowers. She was a member of several oldies music groups including, P.O.R.C.C and S.O.C.. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, John S. Kowalsky in 2015 and a brother, Edward Andrews of Mt. Wolf. She was the loving mother to Antoinette "Toni" Dezorzi (Ted) of Candler, AZ and, Leslie Brough (Tim) of North Huntingdon. She was the very proud grandmother of 4 grandsons, Christopher Dezorzi, Keith Dezorzi, Mason Brough, and Trevor Brough. She is survived by her sibling William Andrews (Brockway, Pa and Rose Lapina (John) of Irwin, sister-in-laws, Marica Andrews of Mt. Wolf, Pa, Agnes Gabonay of West Newton and Barbara Bracovich of Orange City,Fl and many nieces and nephews. Per Pat's wishes, there will be no viewing, a visitation and celebration of life will be held privately. James W. Shirley Funeral Home 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon in charge of arrangements.
January 11, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Patricia M. "Patti" Starner, age 79 of Westmoreland City died peacefully on January 10, 2024 at her home. She was born February 9, 1944 in West Mifflin, a daughter of the late Robert and Barbara Bost Moffat. Patti was the owner of the former Hempfield House and Huntingdon House. She was a member of the Women of the Moose, Irwin, American Legion of both Manor and Claridge, and a social member of the Larimer firehall. Patti enjoyed spending time with her family, was a Mickey Mouse enthusiast, enjoyed polkas and oldies music on Sundays, and loved traveling to Aruba. Patti and her husband were also named Ambassadors to Aruba. She is survived by her beloved husband of 32 years Charles A. Jr, one son, Michael J. Long (Kimberly), one daughter Romi Long Swank (Rob), one brother Robert Moffat (Helen), 4 grandchildren, Nicole Kwaczala (Jon), James Harbulak, Madison Long Kleinwaks (Justin), Marissa Long, and great grandchildren Jaxson, Charlotte, and Jonathan. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA on Sunday from 2-6PM with a service at 6. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Ardara Church. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
January 11, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Shirley Ann (Brown) Auld, 91, formerly of Irwin, PA, passed away on Friday, January 5, 2024, in St. Andrews Village, Indiana, PA. She was born in McKeesport, PA, on March 18, 1932, to the late William and Alice (Donmore) Brown. She graduated from East Pittsburgh High School as valedictorian of the class of 1949, then attended Slippery Rock University, graduating in 1953 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Education. Shirley taught health at Norwin Jr. High West for three decades.
After retiring, she lived in Florida and South Carolina, returning to Pennsylvania in 2014. She attended St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Derry. In her free time, Shirley was an avid reader, sometimes finishing an entire book in a day. She loved all things
to do with cowboys and the Wild West and was a big fan of Clint Eastwood westerns. Always a learner, she spent time googling history, geography, nature, movies, and music. She had an amazing sense of humor, and the thing she enjoyed most was laughing with family and friends. Surviving Shirley are her children, daughter Lynne (Steve) Bassler of Indiana, son
Gregg (Natalie) Auld of Lancaster, SC., grandchildren Arwen and Brendon Bassler, Christine Auld, and Ross Hebrank, and great-grandchildren Nathanial Clarkin and Maven Bassler. Besides her parents, Shirley is preceded in death by her husband James Auld, Jr., a daughter Suzanne Hebrank, and her sister Janet Kott. She was a light and a joy to know. Heaven will
enjoy her! Friends will be received by the family on Friday, January 19, 2024, from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 12:00 noon, in the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. To send an online condolence to the family, please visit www.shirleyfuneralhome.com or www.bowserminich.com.
January 11, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Rosalind J. Gabin Kopelman, age 89, of Yardley, PA, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2024 with her loving family by her side at Chandler Hall hospice, Newtown, PA.
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January 09, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Helen DeAngelis, age 93, of Jefferson Hills passed away peacefully into eternal life on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at Arden Courts. Helen graduated from Clairton High School in 1948 and went to work as a mail clerk for Allegheny County Kane Hospital until her retirement. She enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, crocheting and tending to her house plants and flowers. She was an excellent baker - her Lady Locks and rolled Pizzelle cookies with cream are a family favorite. As a devoted grandmother and great-grandmother, she played a pivotal role in helping to raise her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, along with her sisters. She was deeply spiritual and always had a prayer list for those in need. Helen loved to quote Italian folk lore and sayings that were passed down to her from her mother. Her favorite past time was being with her family, where she was always a shelter of unconditional love and support to all her loved ones. Her greatest gift was being a deep listener and always knowing exactly what to say, and how to say it, when you needed her most. Born May 12, 1930, she was a daughter of the late Salvatore and Antoinette (DeFlavis) DiClemento of Clairton and wife of 74 years to her loving husband, the late Virgil DeAngelis. She is survived by sons, Barry (Carol) and Bryan (Doreen) DeAngelis; she was the cherished grandmother of Wayne (Karie) Fussaro, Matthew (Chelsea) and Michael (Erin) DeAngelis, and Stephanie and Jessica (Tyler) DeAngelis; great-grandmother of Jake Fussaro, Nick Fussaro, Elizabeth Fussaro, Jude DeAngelis and Helen C. DeAngelis; sisters, Elsie Richards, Arlene Slavik and Natie Antonelli; also, many loving nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her loving daughter, Sandra (the late Ron) Fussaro, and dear sister, Argentine Sikorski. A special thank you to Barbara Leone for providing kind and loving care for Helen and Virgil. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth, on Saturday, January 13, 2024 from 9:30 AM until the time of blessing at 11 AM with Deacon Victor DeFazio officiating. Burial will be in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
January 09, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Lylalee L. Weldon, age 87 of Versailles, passed away on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 H.J. Heinz VA Hospital - Aspinwall. Born April 18, 1936 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Blaine and Vivien (Giles) Lytle. A US Air Force Veteran and member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, Lylalee received an associates degree from CCAC and worked as a secretary for McKeesport Hospital, the former St. Denis Church in Versailles, and most recently for St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church. She joins her husband, the late Edwin J. Weldon, who passed away May 2, 2019. Lylalee is survived by her daughters Denise (Steve) Siviy of Winston-Salem, NC, Dawn (Wayne Carver) Forbes of Windsor, MA, and Deborah (John Lips) Schroeder of Versailles; her ten grandchildren Cassie, Edwin, Joey, Tabby, Nina, Kayla, Nathan, Jackie, Allison, and Shannon; her nine great-grandchildren; her sister Bonnie Vojnovich of Freedom; and also nieces and nephews. Besides her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by her brother Blaine Lytle.
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January 09, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
James M. Cavalancia, age 70 of Versailles, passed away on Monday, January 8, 2024 in UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born March 11, 1953 in Wilkinsburg, he was a son of the late Stephan and Margaret Lorraine (Schake) Cavalancia. A journeyman machinist, mostly with WabCo Air Brake of Wilmerding and most recently with American Shear and Knife in Homestead, James was a member of the CFU Lodge #146 of Versailles, the 11th Ward Club in McKeesport, and formerly the Versailles American Legion and Wilmerding Ukrainian Club. In his spare time, he enjoyed rooting on the Steelers, Penguins, and the University of Pittsburgh. James is survived by his son Mathew (Jennifer) Cavalancia of Elizabeth Twp. and their daughters Alessa and Lydia; and his long time companion Sandy Bezick, her children Tammy Waltonbaugh and Jimmy (Kristen) Bezick, and her grandchildren Ashley Waltonbaugh and Brianna Bezick. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers Steve (Marlene) and Rick Cavalancia.
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January 09, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Killian Scot Carolan, age 29 of North Huntingdon died January 8, 2024. He was born April 21, 1994 in Monroeville, a son of Todd and Nancy (Blinkhorn) Carolan. He graduated from Norwin Class of 2012 and University of Pittsburgh Johnstown with a Bachelor’s Degree in computer science. He was employed by ASA Software Solutions as a software engineer. He enjoyed flying kites, RC airplanes, RC cars, gaming, going to the casino, and hiking. He was preceded in death by grandparents John and Jackie Carolan, and his Aunt Brianne Huey. In addition to his parents Todd and Nancy Carolan, he is survived by sisters, Felicia Berkepile (Dan) and Alley Scott (Mike), grandparents Robert and Nancy Blinkhorn, aunts and uncles Bob Blinkhorn, Tim Blinkhorn (Diane), and Shawn Carolan (Susie), Heather Herr (Bryan), and his cats OJay and Blackie. Friends will be received Monday January 15, 10 AM – 12 PM followed by a service at 12 PM at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike. Interment will follow at Irwin Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (afsp.org). www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
January 08, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Alfieri Funeral Home
Darlene (Matlak) Dukic, of North Versailles, passed away on January 3, 2024, at the age of 63. Darlene was the wife of Daryl Dukic. Loving mother of Derek (Jessica) and Dustin Dukic; adoring grandmother of Baylen, Damien, and Dylan. Darlene is also survived by her sister, Beverly (late Miles) Pici, sister-in-law, Darlene (Jr.) Will, brother-in-law, Danny (late Christy) Dukic, nephew, Cole Pici, nieces, Natalie Pici and Heather (Jeremy) Barton, great-nephew, Zayne Anderson, great-nieces, Abby and Addison, and many friends. She was preceded in passing by her parents, Joseph and Dolores (McWilliams) Matlak.
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