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June 10, 2025 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
John Fredrick Murphy, age 58, of McKeesport, PA, passed away on Friday, June 6, 2025. He was born in Latrobe, PA on September 27, 1966 and was the son of the late Paul Edward and Sue Ann Flowers Murphy. He was employed as a school bus driver for many years and was a member of Word Missionary Baptist Church in McKeesport, PA. He was ordained as a minister in 1998.
June 09, 2025 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Clifford Allen Rein, age 91, of White Oak, PA, peacefully entered the Light on Sunday, June 8, 2025.
June 09, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
June 09, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Linda M. McEvoy, 70, of Pittsburgh, formerly of Elizabeth, passed away Sunday, June 8, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. Linda was born August 31, 1954 in Pittsburgh and was the daughter of the late Robert E. and Alberta J. (Stock) Sherman. She was the wife of 24 years to the late Ronald F. McEvoy Jr., who passed away November 12, 2018. She was a dedicated wife and mother, who had a smile that could light up a room and would do anything for anyone. She had a deep love for The Renaissance Festival in Pittsburgh, where she was very loved, and felt at home. She was affectionately known as "Mum" to her renaissance family. Linda also enjoyed card games like 31 and solitaire, crocheting and pop culture. Some of her favorites being Star Wars, Harry Potter and 80's films. She was also an avid Pittsburgh Sports fan, especially the Pirates. She will be greatly missed.
June 09, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Rose Marie (Theis) Zuro, 94, of Greenock, passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2025. She was born May 10, 1931 in Gratztown and was the daughter of the late Herbert G. and Ida Ruth (Hamilton) Cadman Theis. She was the loving wife of the late Paul Zuro, who passed away on March 6, 2013. Rose was a 1949 graduate of Sewickley High School in Herminie. She was a member of Saints Joachim & Anne Parish, St. Michael Church, an associate member of McKeesport Hospital Union Committee, hospital gift shop volunteer for 45 years, member of the Youghiogheny Country Club and prior to 2023 she was a member of the YCC Golf Association. She spent many years there as a Publicity Chairwoman until retiring from playing golf. She was a long time member of McKeesport Symphony Auxiliary and member of Buena Vista Social Club 145. She was also a Girl Scout leader in Greenock for many years and room mother at Greenock Elementary School for 4 of the 6 years of her daughter's elementary school education there.
June 09, 2025 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Martin is the husband of 30 years to Gayle (Moran) Davis; father of Davina Marie (Ben) Antonoff of West Mifflin, David Barker of Hookstown, PA and Jenny (AJ) Smith of Pleasant Hills; grandfather of Nathan Antonoff, Mason and Cheyanne Smith, and the late Wyatt Barker; brother of Colleen (late Robert) Chudicek of West Mifflin and the late Maureen Hoffman; son-in-law of Fred (late Mary Jane) Moran of Ruffsdale; and brother-in-law of Donald (Kathy) Weber of West Mifflin and Mike (Becky) Moran of Ruffsdale. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 12, 2025, from 2-6 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, where Funeral Services will be held at 5:30 p.m., with Deacon Ron Demblowski, officiating, followed by presentation of Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the White Oak Safe Haven, 2295 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131.
June 09, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
June 09, 2025 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Annette "Toni" McLaughlin, age 79 of Clairton, was called home by her Savior Jesus Christ in June of 2024. Born July 22, 1944, in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Anthony and Mary (Dora) Planich. Annette is survived by her children Ashley (Mark) Iddings and Ian McLaughlin, both of Pittsburgh, her granddaughter Audra, her sisters Emily (Donald) Parks of O'Hara Twp. and Mary Lou (John) Matola of Finleyville, as well as nieces and nephews.
A graduate of Mount Aloysius College with a propensity towards numbers and organization, she went on to work for the federal government in Washington D.C. and Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory. However, she gave up what would have been a promising career path to take on what she considered her most rewarding job, raising her children - which she made her world. A loving sister, mother, grandmother "Baba", aunt and friend; she was a sensitive soul, and an empathic listener with whom anyone could feel safe, heard, and comforted. To those who knew her best, she displayed razor-sharp wit, unparalleled humor and a playfully affectionate personality. She was graceful and meticulous in her appearance; actions and the atmosphere she created around her; making her beautiful both inside and out. She was the quiet presence in life that is now so undeniably loud in her absence.
Services will be private at the request of the family. Arrangements by the A.J. Bekavac Funeral Home, Clairton.
June 08, 2025 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
June 07, 2025 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Mildred J. Myers, age 92, of Coulter, PA, died on Friday, June 6, 2025. She was born in Red Rock, WV, on January 6, 1933, and is the daughter of the late Van and Alda Funk Howdershelt.
June 07, 2025 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Dianne Marie "Lil Di" Michel
Born April 4, 1967
Adopted into the arms of Lottie Ann Addington on March 12, 1968
Passed on June 4, 2025
And now, at last, is at peace.
Dianne Marie Michel, lovingly known by many as "Lil Di," was a woman of deep feeling and fierce edges-a complicated soul who lived a life marked by struggle, laughter, survival, and love in her own way. She was a daughter, a sister, a mother, a friend, and in many ways, a mystery even to herself.
She loved hard, hurt deeply, and rarely let her guard down. But underneath the weight she carried was a spirit that still wanted softness, still reached for grace.
Dianne had a fire in her-one that lit rooms when she let it, and sometimes scorched when the pain grew too heavy. She was scrappy, unapologetic, and entirely unforgettable. For those who knew her, even briefly, she left an impression that didn't fade easily.
She is preceded in death by her mother, Lottie Ann Addington, whom we trust met her with open arms on the other side.
June 06, 2025 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
John Raymond Palcsey, age 73, of Dravosburg, PA, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 6, 2025 after a brief but courageous battle with metastatic cancer. He was born on September 22, 1951 in McKeesport and lived his entire life in the community that he loved, Dravosburg. He graduated from Serra Catholic High School in 1969, and while he was there, joined the Third Order of Saint Francis. Following in his father’s steps, John joined Dravosburg Volunteer Fire Department Number One in 1967 and continued decades of service as a firefighter, lieutenant, captain, director, and financial secretary. He was a member of the Dravosburg Archives Committee and helped to organize the book All About “The Burg” documenting the history of Dravosburg released in 2003. He served as the borough emergency management coordinator for many years and later served for 12 years on borough council. He was also proud to have served as the president of the Western Pennsylvania Firemen’s Association. His servant’s heart was passed onto his children and has inspired countless people to serve their community. While he had many jobs ranging from a safety inspector/firefighter at the Bettis Plant and a flower deliveryman for Grayson’s, he was most notably known as the Dravosburg Postmaster, a position he held proudly for 26 years. His postal career lasted nearly 50 years. John was also an active member of Mary, Mother of God Parish in McKeesport and served on pastoral council for a number of years as well. He loved eating chicken wings, drinking Rolling Rock, listening to country music, watching the Pittsburgh Steelers, and going hunting with David and Michael.
June 06, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Julius Martin Panico, age 77 of North Huntingdon, passed away on June 5, 2025, at his home. He was born on June 30, 1947, in McKeesport, a son of the late Antonio and Rose Giganti Panico. Julius was a graduate of McKeesport High School and later did mechanical and auto body work. For the majority of his career, he was employed as a boiler maker by George Marker and Sons. He later went into sales at CS&E from where he retired. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, riding his motorcycle, boating and working on cars. In addition to his parents, Julius was preceded in death by two brothers, Anthony and Robert Panico, three sisters, Doris Crammer, Gloria Hockenberry and Joan Morris. He is survived by his beloved wife, Mary Haberjak Panico, two daughters, Lisa Panico Jackson (Bill), Wendy Lieberum (Eric), and two grandchildren, Isabella and Raelynn Lieberum. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on from Monday 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment will be in McKeesport Versailles Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given in Julius's name to Redstone Hospice, DCI Dialysis Clinic of Jeannette, or the Hillman Cancer Center. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
June 06, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Patti Jo Pershing, 64, of Duquesne, formerly of Blaine Hill, passed away June 5, 2025, at Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA. She was born February 28, 1961, she was the daughter of William S. Pershing and Nancy Jean "Jean" (Lape) Pershing and stepdaughter of Laurel J. Pershing, who passed away December 8, 2020. Patti graduated from Elizabeth Forward High School. She attended culinary school and worked at local restaurants. Patti will always be remembered by her witty sense of humor and her love for children and pets. She was a very caring and loving person. She is survived by her loving father, William S. "Bill" Pershing; uncle, Richard "Rich" Pershing; aunt, Rebekah "Becky" Pershing; many cousins; and friends. Rest in peace, sweet Patti Jo There will be no visitation or service. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, Director. Condolences may be made at GilbertFuneralHomeandCrematory.com
June 05, 2025 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Visitation will be held on Monday, June 9, 2025, from 4-8 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, where a home going service will be held at 7:30 p.m., with Pastor Eddie McCorvey, officiating.
