Gary R. Balliard

April 26, 2024 |

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

Gary R. Balliard, age 73, of Forward Twp., passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024 at Jefferson Hospital. A long-time member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp., he retired after 45 years as a welder and pipefitter for Power Piping Co. He was a loving husband and an avid bike rider and loved bike riding with his wife on the GAP trail. Born January 28, 1951 in New Eagle, he was a son of the late Gilbert and Alice (Patterson) Balliard. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Deborah Frost-Balliard; sister, Juanita Balliard Carter; mother-in-law, Dolores Frost; brothers- and sisters-in-law, Cathy (Marvin) Gray, Susan (Bruce) Frost Benzo, Leonard Frost Jr., Lynn Frost, Stephen Frost, Nanette (John) Ragan and Lisa (Ray) Kotewicz; godson, Daniel Ragan; brother-in-law, Bob Price; also, nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by siblings, Kenneth Balliard and Kathy Price; father-in-law, Leonard Frost Sr., and brother-in-law, Harry Carter. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Monday, April 29, 2024 from 4-7 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 10 AM in St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church with the Rev. Thomas J. Burke officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

 


Sherrie Feick

April 26, 2024 |

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

Sherrie (Maumee) Feick, age 76, of Forward Twp., passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024 at Jefferson Hospital. A member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp., she enjoyed going to casinos and in her younger years enjoyed camping and fishing. Born August 28, 1947 in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of the late Andrew and Dorothy (Krupp) Maumee. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, James M.  Feick; son, Martin (Amber) Feick of Henderson, NV; grandson, Cillian Feick of Henderson, NV; and loving cousins, Donna Lassige, Nancy DeLallo, Susan Ignelzi and George Maumee. No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

 


Robert Igoe

April 26, 2024 |

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

Robert Wayne Igoe, 89, of North Huntingdon, passed away peacefully in his home on Thursday, April 25, 2024. He was born on July 19, 1934, in Monessen, a son of the late David Curtis Igoe and Elizabeth (Kifer) Igoe Gates. Bob worked as an electrician and was a veteran of the US Navy, serving on the USS Forrestal. In his free time, Bob loved to work in wood and created many wonderful and creative objects for family and friends.  In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his first wife, Vivian Lucille (Sciore) Igoe; his son, Robert Wayne Igoe Jr.: his two brothers, David and Alvin; and his sisters Mary, Ruth, Gloria, Alice, and Emma. He is survived by his beloved wife Barbara (Hughes) Olinski Igoe; his sister Elizabeth (Tootsie); daughters Nancy Igoe, Bobbie Hamm, Gaye Wince, and Amy Newcomer; step-son Duane Olinski; step-daughter Julie Kuhn; seven grandchildren: Crew, Ashton, Wayne, Kelsey, Josh, Spencer, and Davis; and two great-grandsons, Carson and Camdyn. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon PA on Monday at 10AM with a service to follow at 11AM. Interment will be private at Belle Vernon Cemetery.

 


Dr. Brian D. Piskorik, Pharm. D.

April 25, 2024 |

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

Dr. Brian David Piskorik, Pharm. D. died unexpectedly on Thursday April 18th, 2024 at the age of 50, at his home in Cape Coral, Florida.

Born in Pittsburgh on August 6th, 1973, he was the son of the late Stephen Piskorik Jr., and Kathy (Yanichko) Piskorik. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree from Indiana University of PA. He received his Doctorate in Pharmacy from Palm Beach Atlantic where he was President of his Fraternity, the Delta Upsilon Chapter of Kappa Psi. He loved his work as a pharmacist and was a caring practitioner in his career as a pharmacy manager.  He was well known for his kind smile and extraordinary consideration for his patients.

Being a Pittsburgh native, he was a devoted fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers. He loved golfing, cooking and being “The Fun” uncle to his great-nephewsnieces, and cousins. He was extremely close with his beloved Mother, whom he cared for until his death. He was a dear son, brother, uncle, nephew, and friend.

In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his brother, Stephen Brian Piskorik, and grandparents George Yanichko and Elsie (Porter) Yanichko. Brian is survived by his mother and sister Kara Piskorik (Daniel) Luterman .

All are welcome to attend services which will be announced shortly. William S. Skovranko Memorial Home Inc., 828 Richford Street, Duquesne, PA.

 
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John L. Cordial, Sr.

April 25, 2024 |

By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

John L. Cordial Sr., 72, of Glassport, formerly of Fort Lauderdale, FL died April 23, 2024 at Kane Community Living Center of McKeesport. Born October 18, 1951 in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Leo Stephen Lawrence Sr. and Dee (Foreman) Cordial.
John was a proud veteran, serving in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam Era. He worked for many years as a truck driver before his retirement. John enjoyed flying drones, building computers, and bicycling in his free time.

 
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Michael Ray Zona

April 25, 2024 |

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

Michael Ray Zona, 76, left this earth at his Southern Shores home with his wife Geri by his side on April 21, 2024. Michael was born to Ruth Harriet Hughes Zona and Albert Joseph (Bucky) Zona on May 3, 1947, in Greensburg, PA, just minutes behind his twin sister, Michele. His parents and his two sisters, Michelle Marie Clark and Susan Lynn Ritson, predeceased him.

 
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Edmund Francis Mularski

April 24, 2024 |

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

Edmund Francis Mularski, age 88, of Glassport, PA, died on Tuesday, April 23, 2024. He was born in Glassport on January 1, 1936, and is the son of the late Ralph and Stella Gniewkoski Mularski.

 
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James Conaway

April 24, 2024 |

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

James H. Conaway, age 80, of West Newton, passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at home. He retired as a self-employed freelance illustrator and was the former art director at the Pittsburgh Press. He was a former choir director at Glassport United Methodist Church and a former member of Vintage Tin of Western PA. He was a member of Pittsburgh Junior Chamber of Commerce, Alpha Rho Chi, Studebaker Drivers Club and the Upper Room group. Born August 21, 1943 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late Claude and Elizabeth (Howard) Conaway and husband of the late Sheryl J. (Keefe) Conaway. He is survived by his daughters, Staci Conaway of Somerset and Melissa A. (Dennis) Turek of Sutersville; son, William Conaway of McKeesport; grandchildren, Brendan (Tara) Conaway, Jeff (Chantel) Thomas, Kaitlin (Karl) Thomas-Reese, Greg (Ashley) Thomas, Brad Thomas, Rayli Turek, Hunter Turek and Alexis Turek; great-grandchildren, Cecilia, Grace, Gabriel, Kyla, Leo, Morgan, Kyler, Aiden, Lyle and Connor; brother, Larry (Gayle) Conaway of Jacksonville, FL; also, nieces and nephews. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will be Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 1 PM in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Dennis Keefe officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bible Alliance Church, 1300 Mt. Pleasant Road, West Newton, PA 15089. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

 


Cary Buhaly

April 23, 2024 |

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

Cary Buhaly, 66, of Lincoln Borough, passed away Sunday, April 21, 2024. He was born in McKeesport on October 7, 1957 and was the son to the late George John Buhaly, Sr., and the late Elizabeth "Betty" Ann (Roma) Buhaly. Cary graduated from Elizabeth Forward High School and worked many years as a Union Painter. He is survived by his sons, Cary R. Buhaly of McKeesport and Neal S. McFarland of White Oak; granddaughter, Madison E. Buhaly; brother, George John Buhaly, Jr. of Boston; sister, Angie E. (Buhaly) Slobodnik of Irwin; niece, Jaclyn (Bryant) Thomas; nephew, Matthew Slobodnik; and great-nieces & great-nephew, Nova, Aria, and Bishop Thomas. Visitation will be held Wednesday, May 1, 2024 from 1-3 & 6-8pm at the Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. A Memorial Service will follow in the funeral home chapel at 8:00pm. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com

 


Dorothy R. Candelore

April 23, 2024 |

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

Dorothy R. Candelore, 90, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Sunday, April 21, 2024. She was born in Belle Vernon on April 15, 1934 and was the daughter to the late Samuel and Helen (Choker) Gelotti. She was the wife of 60 years to the late Norman R. Candelore, Sr. before his passing in January 2015. Dorothy and Norm had a one of a kind love, and over the years created a beautiful life full of blessings. She loved people - she was the life of the party and always turned a stranger into a friend with kind conversation. She truly cared about you and what you had to say, but also wasn't afraid to speak her own opinion.
 
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Elease Yvonne Ingram

April 22, 2024 |

By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home

Elease Yvonne Ingram was born April 21, 1957,  in McKeesport, PA, the youngest child of the late Sam and Lessie Mae (Graham) Ingram. Her eternal peace and rest with the Lord came on April 6th, 2024 and it was well with her soul.

Elease was educated in the Clairton School System, attending Shaw Avenue (elementary) and Clairton Junior and Senior High School, graduating in June 1975. It was during her school years that Elease learned the power of building relationships and, while still staying true to her reserved and quiet nature. Despite being a quiet student, she was well-liked and easily recognized as one of the many Ingrams that, attended the Clairton Public Schools.

 
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Robert L. Dandar Sr.

April 22, 2024 |

By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Robert L. Dandar Sr., 78, of North Versailles, passed away Thursday April 18, 2024 surrounded by his loving family at home. He was born March 26, 1946, in McKeesport, a son of the late Edward and Josephine (Vistal) Dandar, and was also preceded in death by his brother Ronald Dandar and sister Nancy Marghella. Bob was a member of Mary Mother of God Parish. Prior to retirement he worked for 20 years for North Versailles Township Public Works Dept., enjoyed 15 years driving school bus, and also painted for 50 years. He may have even painted your house.

Bob was an outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing and spending time with family and his dogs at Smith Grove Campground, Butler, where he was known as “Bingo Bob” for his love of calling bingo games.

Bob is survived by his wife Carolyn A. (Karnash) Dandar; his children Barbara L. (Mark) Urbano of Ingram, Robert L. (Jessica) Dandar Jr. of North Versailles, Edward V. (Susan) Dandar of Claridge, Keith J. (Lisa) Dandar of Irwin, and Ronald D. (Sarah) Jewell of Penn Township; grandchildren Bennett (Monique), Paige (Chad), Jake (Madison), Julia (Sergio), Shannon (Logan), Ryan, Brad, Josephine, Ronnie, Owen, and Caden; brother Edward (Charlotte) Dandar and sister June (John) Quintiliani; also nieces and nephews.

 
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Michelle Rizzi

April 22, 2024 |

By Administrator | Posted in: Obituary

Michelle A. Rizzi, 43, of Dover, Pennsylvania, passed peacefully Thursday, April 18, after a swift, fierce battle with gastric cancer.

Michelle is survived by her loving wife, Amanda Rizzi, and their 4-year-old daughter, Emma. She also leaves behind an extended family of near-lifelong best friends who became her sisters, complete with nieces and nephews, in the Pittsburgh area.

Loyalty and dedication can’t begin to describe Michelle’s perspective on family life. She enjoyed every moment as a parent and she devoted her life to Amanda and Emma. As she approached the unimaginable, Michelle did not waver in her fight to stay here with those she loved … before heading back to the Milky Way. The only thing she died mad about was the ending of Game of Thrones.

Before settling down to build a life with Amanda, Michelle always met her quota. She was the world’s best road-trip companion. She loved being behind the wheel for sing-along drives, dealing with irrational women, and putting Old Bay seasoning on absolutely everything. And she always believed the Ravens were the better team.

 
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Paulette Joan Anjeski

April 22, 2024 |

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

Paulette Joan Anjeski, age 80, of White Oak, PA, died on Sunday, April 14, 2024. She was born in McKeesport, PA on December 29, 1943 and was the daughter of the late John and Nellie Urbanowski Balash. She was the wife of the late Robert Bryan Anjeski, Sr.

 
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Joan A. Kotulsky

April 22, 2024 |

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

Joan A. (Ejchost) Kotulsky, 77, of West Mifflin died Saturday, April 20, 2024 at Paramount Senior Living at South Hills. Born February 26, 1947 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of Stella (Huchrowski) and Joseph Ejchost, and the wife of Joseph E. Kotulsky.

 
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