December 12, 2022 |
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December 09, 2022 |
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Linda J. (Secrist) Mascetta, age 73, of Monessen, passed away on Thursday, December 8, 2022 at Grandview Estates in Elizabeth Twp. She was a retired prep cook at King's Restaurant in Bentleyville and a former prep cook at Bill's Golfland and McDonald's. Born July 23, 1949 in Monongahela, she was a daughter of the late Walter Secrist Jr. and the late Norma Jean (Kiefer) Secrist and wife of the late Robert Mascetta. She is survived by sister, Bonnie (Robert) Allen of Elizabeth Twp.; niece, Nicole (Frank) Tibbitt of Greenock; also, cousins. No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
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December 07, 2022 |
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Vicki (Jerome) Knudson, age 56, of West Elizabeth, passed away on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at Jefferson Hospital. She was a bartender and cook at Scotty's in West Elizabeth, a social member of Blaine Hill Fire Hall, and a member of the Wilson American Citizens Club in Clairton. Born July 7, 1966 in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of Donna (Jamison) Jerome of Summerville, SC and the late Russell Jerome. In addition to her mother, she is survived by her husband, William F. Knudson; daughter, Chelsea Knudson of Moon Twp.; sons, Thomas (Danielle Steligo) Reitzel of Elizabeth and Brandon Knudson of West Elizabeth; grandchildren, Zoey Steligo and Brody Reitzel; sister, Robin (Jim) Patterson of Summerville, SC; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by brother, Rusty Jerome Jr. A memorial gathering will take place in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Friday, December 9, 2022 from 2-4 PM. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
December 07, 2022 |
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Lorraine C. Jesionowski, age 88 of Versailles, passed away on on Monday, December 5, 2022 in Havencrest Nursing Center, Monongahela. Born July 8, 1934 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Marion (Sorocko) Dwornick. A member of Mary, Mother of God Parish - Corpus Christi Church, Lorraine was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who enjoyed her days out. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Frank Jesionowski, who passed away October 30, 2010, her son Dr. Gary D. (Roxanne) Jesionowski, who passed away March 4, 2012, her sister Dolores J. Kolodziej, and her brothers Raphael and Tom Dwornick. Lorraine is survived by her sons Mark F. (Linda) and Eric A. (Anne) Jesionowski, both of North Huntingdon; her grandchildren Andrew (Michaela) Jesionowski of Kenilworth, IL, Matthew Jesionowski of Pittsburgh, Kimberly Jesionowski of Pittsburgh, Michael (Katie) Jesionowski of Summit, NJ, Robert (Lindsey) Jesionowski of Marshall Twp., Paige Jesionowski of Brooklyn, NY, and Jacob Jesionowski of San Diego, CA; her great-grandchildren Charlie, Emilia, twins Claire and Rachel, Audrey, and Alyssa; and also nieces and nephews.
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December 05, 2022 |
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Nicholas M. Gimiliano, age 71 of Clairton, passed away at home on Sunday, December 4, 2022. Born April 27, 1951 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Peter A. and Josephine (Curinga) Gimiliano. Nick graduated from Clairton High School, Class of 1969, where he played baseball and basketball; received his Associates Degree from California State University; and his bachelor's degree from the University of Pittsburgh. He was a musician who also privately taught music and drove bus. He was well known as the drummer for the popular band Pure Gold. Nick is survived by his wife, whom he met while they were both working on the S.S. Dolphin Cruise Ship and to whom he has been married for 33 years, Karen Mellor-Gimiliano; his daughter Nina Rose Gimiliano, his son Giullio (fiancee' Rachel) Gimiliano; his sister Angela Summers of Clairton; his brother Giullio Gimiliano of Jefferson Hills, and also many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
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December 02, 2022 |
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Frank M. Andrisko, age 62, of Monongahela and formerly of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Friday, December 2, 2022 at UPMC Mercy Hospital. He was the owner of Andrisko Plumbing & Heating. Born August 3, 1960 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late Frank and Ruth Naomi (Lynch) Andrisko. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Kathy (Adams) Andrisko; son, Taylor Andrisko of Carroll Twp.; mother-in-law, Emily Adams of New Eagle; brothers-in-law, Gregg and Sean Adams, both of Finleyville; and an aunt, Phyllis Turner of Elizabeth. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Monday, December 5, 2022 from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM. A blessing service will take place on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at 12 Noon in the funeral home with Deacon Dale DiSanto officiating. Burial in Monongahela Cemetery, Monongahela. Offer condolences at
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December 02, 2022 |
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Ethel M. (Clawson) Barna, age 76, of Glassport, formerly of Clairton, passed away on Thursday, December 1, 2022 at home. She enjoyed watching Hallmark Christmas movies and attending bingo with her husband. Born November 28, 1946, she was a daughter of the late Albert and Anna (Lucas) Clawson, and wife of the late Matthew M. Barna Jr. She is survived by her son, Richard T. Barna of Glassport; brother, John (Betty) Clawson of Chambersburg; sister, Anna (Thomas) Fiore of Glassport; also, nieces and nephews. Visitation and burial are private. Contributions can be made to her family. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
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December 02, 2022 |
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Donna M. (Walt) Krepps, age 81, of Sutersville, formerly of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Thursday, December 1, 2022 at home. She retired in 2008 as a nurses aid at Southwestern Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in West Mifflin and was a former bus driver in the Elizabeth Forward School District. Born October 30, 1941 in Belle Vernon, she was a daughter of the late Samuel and Lenora (Milby) Walt. She is survived by her daughters, Kimberly (Kenneth) Jarmon of Elizabeth Twp., and Christy Jordan of Waco, TX; six grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; sister, Mary Bell of Perryopolis; long-time friend, Walter M. Jory; also, a nephew and two nieces. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by beloved son, Craig S. Krepps, and sister, Beverly J. Pierce. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Sunday, December 4, 2022 from 12 Noon until a prayer service at 4 PM with the Rev. R. Paul Walter officiating. A funeral service will take place on Monday, December 5, 2022 at 10 AM in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. R. Paul Walter officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
December 02, 2022 |
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David J. Baier, age 64 of Clairton, passed away on Thursday, December 1, 2022 in Jefferson Hospital. Born June 8, 1958 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of Ann (Pitassi) Baier of Shaler and the late Frederick Baier. A member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Clare of Assisi Church in Clairton and a recently retired Land Administrator for Acosta Sales and Marketing, David was a music lover who DJ'ed in his younger days; a karate instructor in his even younger days, and maintained a knack for computers and tech savvy throughout his lifeitme. Most importantly, in his retirement cut too short, he loved to spend time with his grandchildren. David is survived by his wife of 39 years Jane Marie (Prosperino) Baier; his children Lisa (Kevin Bickerton) Baier of Clairton and David Baier of Orlando, FL; his grandchildren Kai, Antonio, Jonah, and Emma; his sisters Jeannine (Frank) Konzier of Shaler and Suzanna (Bill) O'Mullen of Philadelphia; and also nieces and nephews. Besides his father, David was preceded in death by his brother Dennis Baier.
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December 02, 2022 |
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Joanne P. Fulmer, age 74 of Clairton, passed away on Thursday, December 1, 2022 at home. Born May 6, 1948 in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of the late John and Mary (Koronsky) Murray. Joanne was a member of Calvary Chapel South Pittsburgh in West Elizabeth and worked in Medical Records at South Pittsburgh Urology Associates in Jefferson Hills. She is survived by her husband Joel Fulmer; her children Kelly (Dan) Tatrai and Kenny Tatrai; her grandchildren Kevin (Ashley) Tatrai, Victoria (Chris) Sells, Emily (Nick) Scatena and Abigail (Eddie) Scatena; and her great-grandchildren Alexander, Natalie, Madalynn, and Lucas.
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December 01, 2022 |
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James C. Kaminsky, age 70 of McKeesport, passed away on Wednesday, November 30, 2022. Born Christmas Day, 1951 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late Robert Ned and Ellen Marie (Fullard) Kaminsky. A former partner for Tube City Distributing in McKeesport and a parishioner of Mary, Mother of God Parish in McKeesport, Jim was a social member of the American Legion McKeesport Post #361, the White Oak American Legion Post #701, and the EBA Club of McKeesport.
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November 29, 2022 |
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John W. "Chombo" Chomas, age 66, of Elizabeth, passed away on Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at home after a long battle with cancer. He was a former employee at Hercules in West Elizabeth and was a life member of Blaine Hill Volunteer Fire Co. and a member of the Blaine Hill Hunt Club. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, horse racing, watching sports on television, and was a Draft Kings enthusiast. Born December 15, 1955 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late William J. and Malinda (Roberts) Chomas. He is survived by sisters, Veronica (the late John) Bohlander of Rockville, MD, Mary Ellen (Michael) Yanity of Port Vue, Patti (Steve) Ostergaard of Tigoni, Kenya, and Pamela Meyer of Liberty Borough; also, nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and cousins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sisters, Kay Chomas and Judi Faith. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Friday, December 2, 2022 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Saturday, December 3, 2022 at 12 Noon in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Jude Urso officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, 5115 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15232. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
November 29, 2022 |
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Ruth Ann (Piggford) Chomas, age 90, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at home. She was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp., where she was a member and past president of the Christian Mothers. She was a scout leader for cubs and girl scouts, a member of Local 3 Senior Center in Elizabeth, a former member of the Forward Twp. Seniors, and a former volunteer at St. Michael and Yough elementary schools. She was the #1 cheerleader at all her children's and grandchildren's sporting events, a talented seamstress, and loved crafting, bowling, and playing cards and bingo. Born May 13, 1932 in Elizabeth, she was a daughter of the late James Wayne and Minnie (Braum) Pigford. She is survived by her husband of 71 years, James L. Chomas; children, J. Louis (Linda) Chomas, Esq. of Greenock, Margaret "Peggy" (William) Bianchi of North Huntingdon, Mary (Edward) Noble of Halifax, NC, Mark (Suzanne) Chomas of Grove City, Joseph (Terry) Chomas of Newport News, VA and Ruth "Tish" (Ralph) Adams of Elizabeth Twp.; grandchildren, Louis, Michael, Gretchen, Paul, Jake, Justin, Luke, Maxwell, Mark, D.J. and Scott; great-grandchildren, Ryan, Nora, Cara and Emelia; sister, Helen Wivagg of Forward Twp.; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers, Charles and James Wayne Piggford. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Friday, December 2, 2022 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday, December 3, 2022, at St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church at 9:30 AM with the Rev. Thomas A. Wagner officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church, 101 McLay Drive, Elizabeth, PA 15037. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
November 24, 2022 |
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Paul J. “Puddo” Slavick, age 88, of West Elizabeth, passed away on Thursday, November 24, 2022 at home. He was a retired laborer for Joseph E. DeChicchis and Co. in Elizabeth and a former employee of Swift Homes. A U.S. Army veteran, he was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael’s Church in Elizabeth Twp. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, the outdoors, and spending time at his former camp in Tionesta. Born February 8, 1934 in Elizabeth Twp., he was a son of the late Paul M. and Stephanna (Anjeski) Slavick. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Virginia “Gin” (Werner) Slavick; sisters, Stella Smith of Elizabeth, Joann Weiss of Jefferson Hills and Patricia Wedel of Pleasant Hills; brothers, George (Judy) Slavick of Elizabeth Twp. and Michael Slavick of Belle Vernon; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by siblings, Mary Catherine Soukovich, Phyllis Martin, Margaret Roberts, Marion McKernan, John and Joseph Slavick. No visitation is planned. A graveside service and military honors will take place on Thursday, December 1, 2022 at 12 Noon in the chapel at Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. with Fr. David Green officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, SW Region, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
November 18, 2022 |
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With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of Donna Vavra on Monday, 14 Nov 2022. One of triplet sisters in Braddock, and days after turning 72 years old, she passed away peacefully in her sleep in the presence of her loving sisters, Denise and Diane. Despite having endured lifelong limitations and challenges, she notably exhibited a kind and caring demeanor with gentle, childlike innocence. She was a passionate dog and cat lover, and enjoyed word searches, jigsaw puzzles, computer games, magazines, and lively bingo events. Friends and family were often subjected to random trivia quizzes from her stunning repertoire of celebrity facts and other topics. Donna was an adventurous, outgoing soul. As a young adult, she lived independently in her childhood home prior to an assisted group home later in life. Although she did not drive, Donna easily navigated public transportation and traveled the country on group bus tours. She enjoyed daily interactions with housemates and cherished holiday gatherings and events with family and friends. Donna was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas R. and Anna Marie (Lovretich) Vavra, and brother, David Aaron Vavra. She is survived by her stepmother, Marlyn Lee (Phillips) Serbic Vavra McCormley and family; brother, Terence Vavra; and the families of her two sisters, Denise (John T.) Wizzard and Diane (Richard J.) Blauser. Visit
https://donnavavra.blauser.org to share photos and memories of Donna. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
