November 06, 2023 |
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Earl H. Goreck Sr., age 72, of Port Vue, passed away on Monday, November 6, 2023 at Jefferson Hospital. He retired as a warehouseman for Davis Fetch Corporation in Wilkinsburg and was a former pumper tender at the Duquesne mill. He was a member of Elizabeth United Methodist Church and attended the Western School of Business in Monroeville where he studied to be a pharmacy technician. He was a member of Sutersville Moose 1358 and enjoyed traveling and taking trips. Born May 1, 1951 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Elmer and Margaret (Farrington) Goreck. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Karen M. (Furst) Goreck; daughter, Marcia Goreck of McKeesport; son, Earl H. (Wendy) Goreck Jr. of South Carolina; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; brother, Elmer Goreck Sr. of Tionesta; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sister, JoAnn Wennerstrom. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Wednesday, November 8, 2023 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Thursday, November 9, 2023 at 12 Noon in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Jack H. Piper officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to Elizabeth United Methodist Church, 317 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth, PA 15037. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
November 01, 2023 |
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Robert J. Chomas, age 94, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at home. He was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. He graduated from Elizabeth High School and earned a degree in electrical engineering from the University of Pittsburgh. He was a radar technician and instructor while serving in the Army during the Korean War and retired as a maintenance supervisor for US Steel Homestead Works. He was a former Little League manager for the Marraccini’s baseball team, a basketball coach, and a former Cub Scout Master for Pack 78 at Round Hill. He enjoyed spending time with his family, bowling for many leagues, traveling, and watching sports in his retirement. Born December 19, 1928, in Elizabeth Twp., he was a son of the late Rev. Joseph and Bertha (Kadar) Chomas. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Phyllis J. (Bernadowski) Chomas; children, Cindi (Scott) McCall of Elizabeth Twp., Terri (Chris) Lesher of Colorado and Ron Chomas of Elizabeth Twp.; grandchildren, Andrew Martell, Brandon McCall, Chris McCall, Jessica McCall, Bryan Chomas and Corey Chomas; great-grandchildren, Lila, Andrew, Leo and Lotti; siblings, James L. Chomas of Elizabeth Twp. and the Rev. Barbara Minter of Erie; daughter-in-law, Andria Chomas; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by children, Bob and Dan Chomas, and brothers, Richard and William Chomas. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Friday, November 3, 2023 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday, November 4, 2023 at 9:30 AM in St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church with the Rev. Thomas A. Wagner officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Cornerstone Prep Wilson Campus, 1900 Clairton Road, West Mifflin, PA 15122, a Christian school operated by his daughter and grandson. Offer condolences at
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October 30, 2023 |
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Hugh B. “Huey” Scurfield, age 93 of Clairton, passed away on Sunday, October 29, 2023 in Grandview Estates, Elizabeth Twp.. Born October 31, 1929 in Clairton, he was a son of the late Elmer B. and Margaret (Donnelly) Scurfield. Huey was the last of the Scurfield brothers, being also preceded in death by his brothers Elmer “Bus,” Thomas “Top,” James, and Joseph Scurfield. Huey was a retired electrician for US Steel, Clairton Works and also worked at the former Cross Ford, Clairton. He was a parishioner of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish – St. Clare of Assisi Church, Clairton. Huey is survived by his wife of 73 years, Ruth Mae (Curry) Scurfield; his daughters Carol A. (the late Lemuel) Goodrum and Deborah L. (Jay) Jerome, both of Elizabeth; his four grandchildren: Tanya Mock, Kristie (Ryan) Goodrum-Powell, Jennifer (Adam) Cavalier, and Justin (Alexandra) Jerone; his eight great-grandchildren: Kaylee, Logan, Jaiden, Morgan, Domenic, Amelia, Jessie, and Josephina; and also nieces and nephews.
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October 27, 2023 |
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Roy Bailey, age 81, of Buena Vista, passed away Thursday October 26, 2023, at Family Hospice and Palliative Care, Canterbury Place, Lawrenceville. A self-employed carpenter, Roy worked well with his hands and loved gardening. Born July 26, 1942, in Aiken, SC, he was a son of the late Levi and Minerva Hutto Bailey and was husband of the late Joyce L. (Cottle) Bailey who passed away July 28, 2022. He is survived by 6 children, Ellen (Ray Moore) Bailey of Buena Vista, Lisa J. (Jay) Radaker of Monongahela, Roy Bailey of Somerset, Matthew (Will Goodwin) Bailey of Pittsburgh, Heather Bailey of Buena Vista, and Levi Bailey of Buena Vista; 6 grandchildren, Rael Kibe, Devin Bailey, Hunter Moore, Nora Yosko, Logan Radaker, and Dillon Yosko; 2 great-grandchildren, Connor Kibe and Louisa Kibe; also nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Levi “L.B.” Bailey, Melmer Bailey, Louise Shephard, Nora Bailey, Wayne Bailey, Valmarie Goff, Hazel Lilly, and Bence Bailey. No viewing or services are planned. Arrangements by Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home 221 N. Second Avenue, Elizabeth, PA 15037. Offer condolences at
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October 26, 2023 |
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Marcella Ann Gregory, age 85 of Port Vue, passed away on Thursday, October 26, 2023 in UPMC Mercy Hospital, Pittsburgh. Born June 2, 1937 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Anthony and Martha (Van Fosson) Kwolek and the wife of the late John E. Gregory. Marcella is survived by her children Candace (Nick) Tour, with whom she resided, and J. Robert (Christine) Trumpe of Lincoln Borough; her seven grandchildren: Nicholas, Jack, and Christopher (Ashley) Trumpe, Anthony (Shanon) Tour, Nicole (Dean) Maksin, and Jayson and Brandon Rollason; her seven great-grandchildren: Destenzo Trumpe, Abby and Sidney Tour, Dean and Blake Maksin, Nathan Lee, and Levi Rollason; sisters Sandra Long and Sharon Van Fosson also nieces and nephews. Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her daughter Lisa Wilson and her sister Patricia (Robert) Neal.
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October 26, 2023 |
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Carl M. Pastore, age 86 of Elizabeth Twp., passed away at home surrounded by his family on Wednesday, October 25, 2023. Born February 14, 1937 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Daniel and Rose (Gentile) Pastore. A graduate of the former California State Teachers college, Carl retired as a technician for the Clairton Municipal Authority. He was a member of the Turkeyfoot Fish and Game Club in Confluence and was also an avid golfer, great jokester, and was known as The Family Groundskeeper. Carl is survived by his wife Patty (Baker) Pastore; his children Kristy Pastore of Elizabeth Twp., Carl (Kathy) Pastore of San Carlos, CA, Mitchell Pastore of Raleigh, NC, and Derek (Penny) Pastore of Newport News, VA; his grandchildren Alyssa, Jennifer, Matthew, Nicholas, and his Special Light Emmett; his great-grandchildren Ava and Evan; his sister Madeline (Joe) Nestico of Clairton and Richard (the late Jackie) Pastore of South Park; and also many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his son Gregory Pastore and his siblings: Anthony, Dominic, Daniel, and Ruth Pastore.
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October 26, 2023 |
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James Dale Turner, Jr., age 75, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away Thursday October 26, 2023, at Arden Courts of Jefferson Hills. He was a co-owner of Turner and Pershing Company in Elizabeth and was an avid golfer who loved spending time with his kids and grandkids. Born in Elizabeth on August 16, 1948, he was a son of the late James Dale Turner Sr. and the late Phyllis Irene (Lynch) Turner and was husband to the late Kathryn J. (Kopp) Turner who passed away February 24, 2015. He is survived by his daughter, Amy (Ron) Morosko of Elizabeth Twp; a son, Randy (Dana) Turner of West Mifflin; 7 grandchildren, Alex, Aden, and Ethan Morosko, and Jason, Ashley, Ryan, and Eva Turner; 4 great-grandchildren, Ellie, Bryce, Nolan, and Wyatt; two brothers, Edward A. (Melissa) Turner of Addison and Thomas (Darla) Turner of Elizabeth; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a brother, Timothy L. Turner. Friends will be received Sunday, October 29, 2023, from 4-8 PM at the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 N. Second Avenue, Elizabeth, PA 15037. A service will take place in the funeral home chapel at 10 AM on Monday, October 30, 2023, with Rev. Jude Urso officiating. Burial will follow at Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth, Twp. Offer condolences at
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October 24, 2023 |
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Nancy (Hunt) Patton, age 90, of Elizabeth, passed away on Tuesday, October 24, 2023 at home. She retired as a secretary for Dr. Robert W. Weston in Elizabeth and was a former receptionist at Pennsylvania American Water Co. She was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. and she loved to shop, dance and sit in the sun. Born January 21, 1933 in West Elizabeth, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Emily (Kress) Hunt and wife of the late Lawrence L. "Huck" Patton. She is survived by daughters, Pamela (Joseph) Tortorice of Elizabeth and Leslie (Gary DeMarco) McNeil of Glassport; grandchildren, Damien (Jennifer) Tortorice of Elizabeth, Mason (Amina Mazell) Tortorice of Chicago, IL and Emily (Danielle Bodner) McNeil of Elizabeth; great-grandchildren, Tyler Tortorice and Rayne Tortorice; lifelong friend of more than 60 years, Janice Wasil of Elizabeth; also, nieces and nephews. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Thursday, October 26, 2023 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Friday, October 27, 2023 at 10 AM in St. Michael Church with the Rev. Gregory Madeya officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 15829, Arlington, VA 22215. Offer condolences at
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October 23, 2023 |
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Rev. William D. Heaton, age 98 of Greenock, passed away on Monday, October 23, 2023 in UPMC Mercy Hospital, Pittsburgh. Born August 31, 1925 in Osceola Mills, he was a son of the late Harry T. and Mary Grace (Burns) Heaton. He is survived by his loving wife, Ella Louise (Allen) Heaton, and his nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Robert E. Heaton.
William served in the South Pacific Theater of Operations during World War II with the 8th Fighter Control Squadron of the 5th Army Air Corps. Following the war, he attended Robert Morris University, earning a degree in business administration and accounting. While employed by the Crawford Furniture Manufacturing Corp. at their New Bethlehem plant, he attended the New Bethlehem First Methodist Church where he accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior and received his call into full-time Christian ministry. While residing in New Bethlehem, William served on the Colonel Drake Council of the Boy Scouts of America.
William graduated from Asbury University in Wilmore, KY with a Bachelor of Arts degree in philosophy and religion. He then attended Asbury Theological Seminary in Wilmore from one year, then went on to finish his theological education at Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington, DC.
While in Kentucky, William served as pastor of the Hazel Green Charge of the Methodist Church in the mountains of eastern part of the state. He then served the Owenton First United Methodist Church in Owenton, KY. Also at that time he conducted revival services in Kentucky and Ohio. While there, he also pursued studies in evangelism with the Southeastern Jurisdiction of the United Methodist Church.
Returning to the Western Pennsylvania Conference, he served churches at the Monongahela Circuit, the Curllsville Charge, the Mary S. Brown United Methodist Church in Pittsburgh, the Highland Avenue United Methodist Church in Pitcarin, the Jenny Lind/Shoemaker United Methodist Churches in McKeesport, and the McKeesport Hope/Belle Chapel United Methodist Churches. William retired from the active ministry in June of 1992.
While a member of the Western Pennsylvania Conference, he served as Vice Chairman of the Conference Board of Stewardship and on the former Pittsburgh East Board of Evangelism, and also served on several sub-district offices. Following retirement, William served the Highland Grove United Methodist Church in McKeesport as interim pastor then as associate pastor at the First United Methodist Church of McKeesport.
Following his years of pastoral ministry, he was employed by the Country Meadows Retirement Center at the South Hills Campus in Pittsburgh as chaplain of their Alzheimer’s unit. He was then hired by UPMC McKeesport as their Director of the Pastoral Care Department. That position was held until his 80th birthday when he and his wife Ella decided to (as Bill put it his eloquent fashion) “enjoy the remainder of life’s journey at a retired pace conducive to retired persons.” William and Ella attended Central Highlands Community Methodist Church.
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October 23, 2023 |
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Diane L. Dougherty, age 67, of Monongahela, passed away on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at home. She retired as a Home Health Care Aide for CommunityLife in McKeesport. She was a former secretary at the Clairton Works Credit Union, McHolme Construction in Elizabeth and Marraccini's in Elizabeth, and was a member of many social clubs in the Mon Valley area. Born September 6, 1956 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Robert L. and Lois Jean (McKown) Dougherty. She is survived by her long-time companion, Arthur South; siblings, Robert L. (Judy) Dougherty of Belle Vernon, Paul (Ruth) Dougherty of Greenock, Linda (Tom) Russum of Forward Twp., Penny Edwards of South Huntingdon and JoAnn (Will) Wright of Herndon, VA; also, many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will take place at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
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October 19, 2023 |
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Walter B. Kozlowski, age 68 of McKeesport, passed away on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 in Atlantic General Hospital, Berlin, MD. Born December 22, 1954 in Washington, PA, he was a son of the late Henry and Betty (O'Keefe) Kozlowski. A graduate of LaRoche College, Walter worked as a project manager for information systems for UPMC and also worked as a registered radiology technician and as a project manager for McKesson Co. of Pittsburgh. In his spare time, he enjoyed Jeeps, Legos, and Hallmark movies. Walter is survived by his wife of 46 years Cathy (Cole) Kozlowski; his twin sons Zachary Kozlowski of North Versailles and Leo (Lindsey) Kozlowski of Pittsburgh; his siblings Barbara (Bernard) Benson and Henry and Timothy Kozlowski; and also nieces and nephews.
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October 19, 2023 |
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Joan G. (Guiher) Wise, age 90, of Forward Twp., passed away on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at home. She was a member of Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church in Elizabeth Twp. A 1950 graduate of Bethel High School and a 1954 graduate of Waynesburg University, she was a former teacher in the Elizabeth Forward School District. She enjoyed square dancing, gardening and knitting. Born January 28, 1933 in Waynesburg, she was a daughter of the late Frank T. and Elizabeth (Galbraith) Guiher. She is survived by her husband of 69 years, Thomas D. Wise; children, Jennifer Donaldson of Buena Vista, Beth (the late Kevin) Blanc of Bethel Park and Thomas (Maria) Wise of Chalfont; grandchildren, Crystal and Kelly Donaldson, Jeffrey (Brandy) Blanc, Amy Blanc, Blake (Ashley) Wise and Lauren Wise; six great-grandchildren; and brother, Frank Guiher of Cincinnati, OH. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brother, William Guiher. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Friday, October 20, 2023 from 2 PM until the time of service at 4 PM in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Adam Stump officiating. Private burial will be in Jefferson Memorial Park in Pleasant Hills. Memorial contributions may be made to Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church, 100 Timothy Drive, Elizabeth, PA 15037. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
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October 18, 2023 |
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Dolores Crane, age 95 of Pleasant Hills, passed away on Tuesday, October 17, 2023 in Whitehall Borough Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Born July 13, 1928 in Mount Morris, NY, she was a daughter of the late Walter and Helen Teetsel and wife of the late Vincent Crane. Dolores is survived by her sons David (Mary Ann Ginestra) Crane of Clairton and Jeff (Kimberly) Crane of Elrama; her grandchildren Anthony, Carina, Mitchell, and Marshall Crane; her great-grandchildren; her sister Shirley Acker of Rochester, NY; and also nieces and nephews. Besides her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her son Randy Crane and her sisters Jackie and Lorraine.
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October 18, 2023 |
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Dolores Victoria (Broskey) Evanchak, age 92, of Turtle Creek, formerly of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at LGAR Health & Rehabilitation Center. She was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. She loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and enjoyed her flowers and doing yardwork. Born July 28, 1931 in Uniontown, she was a daughter of the late Peter and Josephine (Pinkas) Broskey and wife of the late Thomas C. Evanchak. She is survived by sons, David M. (Suzanne) Evanchak of McKeesport, Edward (Betsy) Evanchak of Aliquippa and Brian (Susan) Evanchak of North Huntingdon; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; one step great-grandson; also, nieces and nephews. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Friday, October 20, 2023 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at 9:30 AM in St. Michael Church with the Rev. Thomas A. Wagner officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made in Dolores' name to LGAR Health & Rehabilitation Center, 800 Elsie Street, Turtle Creek, PA 15145. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
October 15, 2023 |
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Robert A. Slavick, age 88 of Forward Twp., passed away on Sunday, October 15, 2023 at Mon Valley Care Center, Monongahela. Catholic by faith, he was a member of St. Isaac Jogues Church in Elrama for many years. He was an avid hunter and fisherman who loved going up to the cabin he built in Tionesta. He worked for 45 years for West Elizabeth Lumber. Born in Elizabeth on July 12, 1935, he was a son of the late Andrew and Pauline (Smith) Slavick and husband of the late Grace (Elesie) Slavick, who passed away December 11, 2020. He is survived by two children, Karen (Kevin Bleil) Slavick and Ronald (Cindi Patterson) Slavick both of Elizabeth Twp,; a granddaughter, Julie (Phil) Wallace of Diamond, OH; 4 great-grandchildren; also nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by his sister, Leona Brozovich. Friends will be received at the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth from 2 to 4 PM and 6 to 8 PM on Tuesday, October 17, 2023. A blessing service will be held in the funeral home at 12Noon on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, with Fr. Pierre Falkenhan officiating. Burial will follow at Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at
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