November 25, 2024 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Christopher Lee Miliner Sr., age 35, of North Versailles, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024. Born in Pittsburgh on June 14, 1989, he is the son of Lisa Broadwater of Duquesne, Beth (Anthony) Jackson of White Oak, and the late Mark Miliner. He was a caregiver for his grandmother, loved cats, football and basketball and was a die hard Eagles fan. His children loved him and he loved them.
He is the father of Christopher Lee Miliner Jr., age 14, of Penn Hills and Skye Marie Miliner, age 11, of Penn Hills; brother of Mark Miliner Jr. of Duquesne, Shawn Miliner Sr. of North Hills, Brianna Miliner of Coraopolis, Roman Miliner of South Side, Brittany Miliner of North Carolina, Lexi Miliner of South Side, Markita Miliner of South Side, Dwayne Gray of Duquesne, Eddie Gray of Duquesne, Sarah Miliner of South Side, Lamont Putz of North Hills and Talasia Marshall; step brother of Dylan Jackson of North Versailles; cousins who were like brothers and sisters, Shelly Katona of White Oak, Joseph Katona of Munhall,Krista Tucker of Monroeville, Kelsey Byers of Monroeville and the late Dennis Katona; grandson of late Nancy Broadwater (spouse, Roderick Davis of Duquesne survives), John Lalor of Swissvale, Marsha Miller of Munhall and late Mark Lee Miliner Sr.
No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.
November 25, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Loretta Jean Angotti, age 84 of Greensburg where she had been living with her daughter and family since 2016, and formerly of Clairton, Jefferson Hills, Elizabeth, and White Oak, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024 in Twin Lakes Health and Rehabilitation Center, Greensburg. Born June 6, 1940 in Fairchance, she was a daughter of the late Elmer and Dorothy (Cooley) Lancaster. A Veteran of the US Air Force, Loretta was a member of the former First United Methodist Church of Clairton and the Elizabeth Township Seniors. She worked as a nurse for many years at Jefferson Hospital, Health America, Mt. Vernon of Elizabeth, Three Rivers Hospice, and as a home care nurse. Loretta Jean will be remembered as sweet, kind, caring, and compassionate all the time and loved in every person's life she touched. She was a truly amazing mother, wife, grandmother, mother-in-law, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend. She loved growing up a tomboy in Clairton and was a really good softball player who liked to play all sports with her many brothers. In fact, her brother Ron would always pick her first when deciding teams: "I got Jean." Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, the late Saverio Angotti, who passed away February 5, 2004, and her siblings, Ronald, Allen, Marvin, Carol, and William Lancaster. Loretta is survived by her daughter Angela Marie (Chad) Tyler of Greensburgh; her granddaughter Nina Jean Tyler; her siblings Betty Ann (Chuck) McSurdy of Donegal, Dorothy Smoyer of Bethel Park, Janet (Don) O'Dell of Columbia, MD, and Shelby (Bill) Siler of White Oak; her stepsons Timothy Angotti of Forward Twp. and J. Thomas Angotti of Glassport; and also many nieces and nephews.
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November 25, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Dennis A. Moore, age 71 of North Huntingdon, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2024. He was born on May 9, 1953 in McKeesport, a son of the late David "Pete" Moore Sr. and Helen "Honey" Brannagan Moore. Dennis was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church where he assisted with meal preparation. Prior to his retirement, Dennis was employed as a transportation provider for special needs adults at CLC and also as a long-time electrician. In his free time, Dennis was a drummer for his band Constellation, he was a great cook, and also a model train enthusiast and collector. Most of all he loved to spend time with his family. In addition to his parents, Dennis was preceded in death by his grandson, Aaron Luke Safko. He is survived by his beloved wife Deborah Petro Moore, one son Kevin Moore (Mary Beth) two daughters Kimberly Safko (Kenneth) and Jodi Telli (Rocco), and grandchildren Alexandria Bittner (Alex), Nathan Safko, Abbie Telli, Retta Telli, Grace Telli, Megan Luksik, Seth Luksik, and Zachary Moore. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, on Tuesday from 2-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church on Wednesday at 10 AM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Dennis's name to the St. Vincent De Paul Society, or Austin's Place organization for special needs children and adults. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
November 24, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Phyllis E. Bell, 97, of North Versailles, passed away Saturday, November 23, 2024. She was born January 18. 1927 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Ernest W. and Bertha M. (Canose) Gleditsch. She was the wife of the late William A. Walker and the late Olin Bell. She was a member of Evangelical Congregational Church in McKeesport and was retired from the Allegheny County Licensing Division.
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November 24, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Grace Laura Zeno, 94, of McKeesport, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 22, 2024. She was born on September 24, 1930 in Braddock and was the daughter of deaf parents, the late Robert Doyle and Bertha Martha Fry. She was the wife of the late Robert Timothy Zeno, a Jewel T salesman and Merchant Marine, who passed away on July 4, 1966. Grace was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in White Oak, serving as the Church's Financial Officer for 17 years. She also was a waitress at Lion Heart Inn and Stan's Restaurant, and an Administrator for Maraodi Transfer and Storage.
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November 24, 2024 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Patricia J. (Gastrock) Axelson, 73, of West Mifflin entered into eternal rest on Thursday, November 21, 2024 at Walden's View Personal Care, North Huntingdon. Born in Homestead, August 25, 1951, she was the daughter of the late Franklin L. and Hazel M. (Evans) Gastrock. Mrs. Axelson was a member of the Homeville Christian Church, West Mifflin and a retired cashier of the Duquesne Village Foodland. Beloved wife of the late John A. Axelson, she is survived by a loving daughter, Heather D. Axelson (Joshua Carmino), a sister, Hazel (Joe) Kuzma and several nieces and nephews including Joe Kuzma Jr., Keith Kuzma, Dylan Kuzma, Savannah (Damein) Kuzma and Chelsea Kuzma. In addition to her parents and husband she was also preceded in death by a brother, Franklin Gastrock Jr.
Family and friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. on Sunday, November 24, 2024 in the William S. Skovranko Memorial Home inc., 828 Richford Street, Duquesne. Funeral services will be conducted by Pastor Shawn Mitchell on Monday, November 25, 2024 in the Homeville Christian Church at 11 A.M.. Interment will follow in Jefferson Memorial Park, Pleasant Hills.
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November 23, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Russell R. Walters Jr, age 77 of North Huntingdon died November 23, 2024, at his home. He was born January 23, 1947, in Monroeville, a son of the late Russell R. and Stella Cirallo Walters Sr. Prior to his retirement, Russell was employed as a millwright for Volkswagen. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing and was a charter fishing captain. He is survived by his beloved wife Nancy Daring Walters, a son, Russell Walters, daughter, Lisa Cubarney, three stepchildren, Jessica Zercher, Kristen Pritts and Richard Wigley, numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. There will be no public visitation. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, North Huntingdon PA in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
November 23, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Vincent “Vince” James Veltre, Jr., of White Oak, PA, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Friday, November 22, 2024. He was born on June 15, 1977, in Pittsburgh, PA, to his loving parents, Vince, Sr. (owner of the former Veltre’s Pizza) and Bari Williams Veltre of White Oak, PA. He was 47 years young and his long life on Earth was considered a medical miracle. Vince was non-verbal and had a rare congenital genetic abnormality.
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November 23, 2024 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
A. Louise Dudik, age 88, of Port Vue, PA, passed away on October 31, 2024, at UPMC Passavant Hospital with family at her side. Born February 17, 1936, in McKeesport, PA, she was the daughter of the late Michael A. and Anna (Kossuth) Nichols. Louise was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Andrew "Rocky" Dudik, her son Drew Dudik, nephew Raymond J. Nichols, II, sister-in-law Ellen (Elrick) Nichols, brother-in-law John O'Malley, and her beloved dog, Hershey. She is survived by her brother Raymond J. Nichols, Sr. of New Hartford, NY, sister Dolores O'Malley of Charlotte, NC, daughter Amy (Anthony) Ganzak of Pittsburgh, three grandchildren, Amber (John McComb), Ashley and Andrew Ondrey (Kelsey Chermer). Louise was also the proud great-grandmother of Noah, Addison, Andy, and Will.
She was an administrative assistant at Western Pennsylvania National Bank (Equibank) and Riverside Care Center. Louise enjoyed going to flea markets and antique stores, looking for treasures, visiting casinos, and playing her lottery tickets, waiting for that big win. She especially loved visits from her great-grandchildren. The family wishes to thank the Progressive Care Unit and ER staff at UPMC Passavant Hospital for their compassionate care. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Please consider a donation in Louise's memory to Variety the Children's Charity, 11279 Perry Hwy #512, Wexford, PA 15090 or any other charity of your choosing. Arrangements were entrusted to Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
November 23, 2024 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
It is with great sadness that the family of James A. Carper, 71 of Coulter, announce his passing at home on November 21, 2024. Born On October 7th, 1953 in McKeesport Hospital to Walter and Atna (Koontz) Carper, James was #5 of the eventual 12 Carper Kids who spent their days riding dirt bikes, playing softball, and generally terrorizing the neighborhood.
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November 22, 2024 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Mary Ann (Suda) Boyko of White Oak, peacefully passed away on November 21, 2024 at Golden Heights Personal Care Home (Irwin). She was born July 27, 1936 in McKeesport, Pa, the daughter of the late Joseph Suda and Lottie (Wiernicke) Suda. Mary Ann was the loving wife of the late Alexander Boyko, loving mother of Deborah (Ben) Sigafoos, Peter (Patricia) Boyko, Ted (Lisa) Boyko and loving grandmother of Lily and Alexandra Boyko. She is survived by her brother, Joseph Suda of Michigan, and sister, Karen Prusiewicz of Michigan.
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November 22, 2024 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Sharon L. Quarles, age 70, of Duquesne, passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at her home.
Born in Pittsburgh on July 16, 1954, she was the daughter of the late Gilbert and Catherine Quarles. She was a former medical secretary at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and also worked at Reese Communications.
She enjoyed gardening, crafts, and cleaning.
Sharon is the beloved wife of Ernest Pontoo; mother of Nicole (husband Heath Cahn) Pontoo of New Stanton; sister of Leslie (late Robert) McCray of Detroit, Michigan, Michael Quarles of Duquesne, Keith Quarles of Homewood, Gilbert “Junior” Quarles of Homewood, Derrick Quarles of Atlanta, Georgia, and the late Marsha Stevenson.
There will be no visitation or services. Commemoration of her life will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.
November 22, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Elaine M. (Ryan) Helsel, age 87, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024 at St. Anne Home in Greensburg. She retired as a medical secretary for Buck Medical Association in White Oak and was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. She was a Girl Scout and Day Camp leader in Mt. Vernon, a member of the former Mt. Vernon Bowling League, and a volunteer at Divine Redeemer. She belonged to several card clubs and enjoyed traveling with her late husband. Born August 1, 1937 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Vincent "Rip" and Margaret "Peg" (Berquist) Ryan and wife of the late Ronald E. Helsel. She is survived by children, Deborah (Thomas) Ruhe of Forward Twp., Ronald M. (Denise) Helsel of Naples, FL, Maureen (Scott) Young of North Huntingdon and Tamara (Alan) Pontia of North Huntingdon; grandchildren, Ryan (Christy), Jeffrey (Christine), Molly, Cameron (Gayle), Emily (John), Hayley (Ben) and Marshall; great-grandchildren, Bennett, Finnegan, Noah, Nolan, Sophia, Naomi and Hayden; siblings, Thomas (Molly) Ryan of Ligonier, Jack Ryan of Ligonier and Sandy (Mel) Ryan-Roberts of Sacramento, CA; special sister-in-law, Phyllis Ryan of Mt. Vernon; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by brother, Richard Ryan; sisters-in-law, Lorraine Ryan and Marge Ryan; and in-laws, Barbara and John Bender. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Sunday, November 24, 2024 from 3–7 PM. A funeral Mass will take place on Monday, November 25, 2024, at 10 AM at St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. with the Rev. Thomas J. Burke officiating. Burial will follow in Mount Vernon Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to Carnegie Library of McKeesport, 1507 Library Avenue, McKeesport, PA 15132 as Elaine was an avid reader and supporter of the library. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
November 22, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: James F. Kutch Funeral Home - Crematory
Evelyn Nehilla Maskiewicz aged 96 passed away peacefully November 16, 2024. Cherished daughter of the late Andrew and Mary (Soltis) Nehilla. Sister of the late Dorothy Cenna and Raymond Nehilla. Loving mother of Martin (Margaret) Maskiewicz and Carl (Lorraine) Maskiewicz. Beloved grandmother of April Maskiewicz, Mary (Kathy Parise) Maskiewicz, Erin (Rudy) Hudale and Hilary (Aaron Seckar) Maskiewicz. Great grandmother of Melania, Rudy Cruz, Savannah and Gigi Hudale. Evelyn began her career at Westinghouse Printing Trafford and retired as secretary at St. Robert Bellarmine Parish, East McKeesport. She was a devout Catholic and a faithful member of St. Robert Bellarmine. In her younger days Evelyn was an avid bowler and card club member. She was known for her quick wit and humor.
Our thanks to the staff at Barnes Place, Latrobe, and Excela Health Home Care & Hospice who extended great care during her final years.
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November 22, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: James F. Kutch Funeral Home - Crematory
John Ralph Serrapere, 72, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania died November 15, 2024. John, son of the late John Serrapere and Audrey Serrapere, loving father of Alaina Cross, Dante Serrapere, and Anthony Cross (son-in-law), passed away Friday morning after a long battle with cancer.
He is survived by his daughter, Alaina, his son, Dante, his son-in-law Anthony, his sisters Joanne and Jeanna (David) Landis, his cousins, Maria Serrapere and Anthony Serrapere, and his nephews, Giovanni and Dominic Serrapere.
John was a proud Pittsburgh native and Pittsburgh Italian who was born in Wilmerding, Pennsylvania. John attended East Allegheny High School as the Class of 1971. At East Allegheny, he was the running back for the football team during their state championship. John loved all of his high school friends and teammates. After graduating high school, John attended the United States Naval Academy and played football for the USNA football team. After the Navy, John graduated Indiana University of Pennsylvania Class of 1976 and the University of Pittsburgh Class of 1982. John was the president of Arrow Insights for seventeen years. He was an extremely kind and empathetic person who cared deeply for many causes.
He is the founder of WE-21, an organization which honors Pittsburgh Pirate, Roberto Clemente and helps underprivileged youths form a love for baseball. He was also very passionate about the Afro-American Music Institute, Pittsburgh arts and music, and helping make his city a better place. John was a devoted Steelers, Pens, and Pirates fan, and he will be rooting for them always.
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