June 11, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Albert "Bud" Palochko, 82, of McKeesport passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2025. He was born in McKeesport on August 29, 1942 to the late Albert T. and Theresa (DiBattista) Palochko. He was the loving husband to his late wife, Diane C. Palochko, before her passing in August 2021. Bud was a proud Navy Veteran, who served from 1960-1963, and worked most of his life and retired from the City of McKeesport in the Parks Department. During his employment he was a proud member of the Teamsters Local Union No. 205, where he was honored to serve as a Union Steward and Board Trustee.
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June 11, 2025 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Nancy Lynn (Core) Gesmond, age 61 of Versailles, passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 in Forbes Regional Hospital, Monroeville. Born July 31, 1963 in Alexandria, VA, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Anna (Wronkovich) Core. Nancy is survived by her loving husband Daniel Gesmond Sr.; her children Daniel Jr., Michael, and Nikki Gesmond; her grandchildren who she loved with all of her heart: Alivia, Joey, and Carson; her sister Louise Hudson; and also her three nephews.
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June 11, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Howard W. Dempsey, 92, of North Versailles passed away Monday, June 9, 2025. He was born in Braddock, PA on November 24, 1932 to the late Arnold and Amelia (Soles) Dempsey. He was the husband to the late Mary Catherine (Heil) Dempsey before her passing in November 1990. Howard served in the US Army from 1953-1955 and was honorably discharged with the National Defense Medal, and the Good Conduct Medal. He then went on to working as a telecommunications installer for AT&T for many years following his service. Howard was a member of the Pioneers Organization, NRA, as well as being an avid bowler and golfer.
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June 11, 2025 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Elmer E. Moon, age 70, of McKeesport, died June 9, 2025, at Riverside Health & Rehab Center. Born March 22, 1955, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Joseph and Helen (Magee) Moon. Elmer's vibrant spirit will be missed by all who knew him.
Elmer had a passion for life that shone through in everything he did. He loved to play bingo, often accompanied by a refreshing cold Pepsi. His love for family was unparalleled; he looked forward to family gatherings and vacations with the Prest Family, creating lasting memories and smiling moments that will be held close to the heart. Elmer also had a special fondness for trips to Kennywood, where laughter and carefree fun filled the air. Each Halloween, he brought joy to others by passing out candy to the neighborhood kids, embodying the spirit of generosity and warmth.
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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.
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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.
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June 09, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Rosemarie T. Brush, 82 of North Huntingdon, Pa passed away June 9, 2025 at her home. She was born March 27,1943 in Chicago, a daughter of the late Edward and Rosemarie Beachler Gallas. Rose grew up in Frontier, Wyoming then later relocated to both Opal and Kemmerer, Wyoming. She met her first husband in Salt Lake City and later moved to Irwin. She was employed in the accounting department at Volkswagen and held various other accounting jobs. Rose enjoyed crocheting, gambling, bowling, counting cross and cruising. She is survived by her beloved husband Roger , son Bill Turek (Krista), daughter, Val Jensen (Tom), Utah, stepson R.T. Brush (Robin Long), stepdaughter, Tina Kubic (Ed), brother Bob Gallas, sister, Mary Price, grandchildren, Noah Turek, Christopher Turek, step grandchildren Brandon Brush (Gabby), Gavin Brush, Austin DelGross, Evan Kubic, Autumn Kubic, great grandchild, Lincoln Brush and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. There will be no public visitation. JAMES W. SHIRLEY, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
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.
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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.
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June 09, 2025 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Martin F. Davis, age 67, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at home. Born in Homestead on November 17, 1957, he was the son of the late Martin and Rosemary (Rushe) Davis. He was retired from Local 12 as a laborer and from Smith Transport where he was a driver for the oil fields. For 30 years, he and his wife Gayle would go to Michigan for McRiver Raid Canoe Trips. He proudly served his country in the Navy.
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
Patricia "Trish" Kruszyna, age 68 of Irwin, Hempfield Township, passed away June 6, 2025 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born November 4,1956 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Thomas "Buzzy" and Marjorie Miller Fagan. Trish was a Certified Nurse's Assistant at Transitions Health Care for over 30 years. She was a graduate of McKeesport High School class of 1974, enjoyed planting flowers, hummingbirds and motorcycle trips with her husband and loved her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother Thomas Fagan Jr. and two sisters, Colleen Haley and Kellie Fagan. She is survived by her husband Richard M. Kruszyna, two sons Richard and Michael, a sister Bonnie Heasley, sister-in-law Linda and brother-in-law Michael Simmeth and nieces and nephews. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Wednesday June 18, from 10:30 - 11:30 AM. A memorial service will follow at 11:30 AM in the funeral home chapel. A special thank you to AHN especially Kara, and Bridges Hospice, especially Becky and Shyra. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the charity of your choice. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
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
Ann (McConville) Sadler, age 85, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at Southwestern Nursing Center. She enjoyed camping and visiting with her family around the United States and in England. Born July 17, 1939, in Liverpool, England, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Clare McConville and wife of the late George M. Sadler. She is survived by a daughter, Janine Everly of Elizabeth Twp.; granddaughter, Tawnya Everly of Pittsburgh; grandchildren, Marley, Athena and Adrian; sister, Barbara Johnson of Tacoma, WA; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a great-grandchild, Alina. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth, on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, from 11AM until the hour of blessing at 1PM in the funeral home with Rev. Thomas J. Burke officiating. Private burial at Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to Animal Friends, 562 Camp Horne Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
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.
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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.
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