April 24, 2023 |
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Gordon E. Heckman Jr., age 69, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Sunday, April 23, 2023 at home. He was a cabinet builder for Cleanetics in West Elizabeth. A Navy veteran, he was a former member of the Elizabeth Moose and an active member of the Elizabeth Volunteer Fire Co. Born September 27, 1953 in New Eagle, he was a son of Grace (Trasp) Heckman and the late Gordon E. Heckman Sr. In addition to his mother, with whom he resided, he is survived by daughter, Jennifer (Scott) Boyce of Virginia Beach, VA; grandchildren, Noah and Emily Boyce; sister, Cynthia (Jeff) Lawson of Clairton; nieces and nephews, Heather (Damien), Janelle (Kyle) and Matt (Courtney); great-nieces and nephews, Collin, Nevaeh, Ann Marie and baby Hank on the way; aunt, Caroline Elliott of Long Island, NY; also, cousins. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 from 11 AM until the time of service at 2 PM in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Jeff Riker officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
April 22, 2023 |
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Rudolph P. "Blue Jay" Gori, age 78 of Clairton, passed away at home on Friday, April 21, 2023. Born July 16, 1944 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Rudolph and Magdalene (Benedetto) Gori. A US Air Force Veteran serving during the Vietnam War, Blue Jay worked for 34 years at GM's Fisher Body Plant in West Mifflin. He was a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Clare of Assisi Church; the American Legion Daniel Keffer Post #75, and the Sons of Columbus Santa Maria Council #4, all in Clairton. Blue Jay was also an avid Pittsburgh sports fan, especially the Steelers and Pitt.
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April 21, 2023 |
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Ruth Ann Bendel, age 66, of Liberty Borough, passed away on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at UPMC Presbyterian. She retired from the accounting department at Liberty USA and also worked for Johnson Chimney Sweep. A former member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp., she enjoyed being with family and friends. Born March 1, 1957 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Jennie (Noga) Bendel. She is survived by her sons, Joseph Vance and Harrison Vance, both of Liberty Borough; grandson, Theseus Vance; and sister, Gloria (Gary) Saylor of Royersford. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Sunday, April 23, 2023 from 1 PM until the time of service in the funeral home chapel at 3 PM with Rev. Josh officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
April 20, 2023 |
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Raymond N. Costa, age 63, of Herminie, passed away on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. A skilled master plumber for 35 years, he was a hard worker and retired after many years as owner and operator of Ray Costa Plumbing in West Newton. Born October 12, 1959 in New Eagle, he was a son of the late Herman and Betty (Cathell) Costa and husband of 34 years of the late Trisha J. (Skiles) Costa. He is survived by sons, Nick Costa of Greensburg and Alex Costa of Herminie; sisters, Nancy Wiley of West Mifflin, Donna Fuller of Elrama, Mary Ann (Bob) Zoller of Pleasant Hills, Goldie (Ron) Lorch of Elrama and Debbie (Terry) Piper of White Oak; also, nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by sister, Betty Collage. No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
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April 18, 2023 |
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Lisa Ann (Harkins) Coleman, age 55, of Elrama, passed away on Monday, April 17, 2023 at Allegheny General Hospital. She retired as a sales consultant for Verizon and was part owner of Big Girls Barbecue. A graduate of Ringgold High School, she enjoyed flower and vegetable gardening, and loved her family and three dogs. Born May 1, 1967 in Monongahela, she was a daughter of the late Donald and Sally (Walters) Harkins. She is survived by her husband, David Coleman, whom she was with for 28 years and married for 22 years; daughters, Stephanie Uremovich of Bridgeville and Tiffany Merolillo of Pittsburgh; siblings, Jenny (Bob) Bane of Charleroi, Leroy (Madeline) Harkins of Elrama, Keith (Renae) Harkins of Elizabeth Twp. and Scott (Karen) Harkins of New Eagle; sister-in-law, Felicia Harkins of Charleroi; also, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brother, Donald Harkins. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Thursday, April 20, 2023 from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM. A Funeral Service will take place on Friday, April 21, 2023 at 10 AM in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Jude Urso officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, SW Region, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh , PA 15205. Offer condolences at
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April 18, 2023 |
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Sandy (Lawlor) Watazychyn, age 68, of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Friday, April 14, 2023 at Jefferson Hospital. Born March 3, 1955 in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of the late Patrick and Lillian (Hart) Lawlor and wife of the late Ronald P. Watazychyn. She is survived by sons, Nick Watazychyn of Jefferson Hills and Craig Watazychyn of South Park; sisters, Patty Yustince of Whitehall and Debbie Roesch of Pleasant Hills; also, nieces and nephews. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 from 4-8 PM. A Funeral Service will take place on Thursday, April 20, 2023 at 10 AM in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Jude Urso officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at
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April 18, 2023 |
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Roy S. Winkles, age 73, formerly of Connecticut, passed away on Thursday, April 13, 2023 at Arden Courts. He retired as proprietor/management consultant for Roy S. Winkles Consulting. Roy had also been a senior partner at Diamond Management & Technology Consultants in Chicago, Il., Strategic Planning Associates in Washington D.C., Wilton Consulting Group in Wilton, Ct., and was a Senior Engagement Manager at McKinsey & Company in New York City. After receiving his MBA from Columbia University in NYC he joined Proctor & Gamble’s marketing area. He enjoyed tennis, golf, skiing and biking. Born April 23, 1949 in Battlecreek, MI, he was a son of the late John S. and Louise (Boba) Winkles. He is survived by his son, Jon-Francis Stanton Winkles of Pittsburgh; daughter, Anne Winkles of Los Angeles, CA; sister, Laurie Gray of Monavale, Australia; and former wife, Madaline Winkles of Delray Beach, FL. No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
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April 15, 2023 |
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Ronald “Red” Lewis, age 84, of West Elizabeth, passed away on Friday, April 14, 2023 at home. A retired foreman with Penndot, he was a former part time police officer in West Elizabeth and a former groundskeeper at Round Hill Park in Elizabeth Twp. He was a member of the Bunola Church of the Nazarene and a proud veteran of both the United States Army and Air Force. Born July 4, 1938, in West Elizabeth, he was a son of the late Charles “Babe” Lewis and Olive (Smith) Lewis Stocker and husband of the late Patricia (Cole) Lewis. He is survived by his daughters, Lisa (Joseph) Giansante and Michelle (Walter Lebetz) Lewis; son, Troy (Kendra) Lewis; grandchildren, Nicholas Giansante, Rachael (Lee Roy Jones) Giansante, Patrick Lebetz, Jacob, Gabrielle, Kaden and Sawyer Lewis; great-grandchildren, Matthew Peterson, Lee and Tara Jones, and Dante Giansante; also, nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a son, Mark Lewis and brother, Charles Lewis. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth, on Monday, April 17, 2023 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at 10 AM in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Jeffrey Lytle officiating. Burial to follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bunola Church of the Nazarene, 388 Bunola River Road, Bunola, PA 15020. Offer condolences at
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April 14, 2023 |
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Mary Elaine Linkhauer, age 81, of Pittsburgh, passed away on Thursday, April 13, 2023 at home. She was a retired medical technologist and professor at the University of Pittsburgh and UPMC Mercy. She was intelligent, independent and well-rounded, and never stopped learning. An avid reader, she was interested in architecture, enjoyed walking, and loved touring historic buildings. Born September 2, 1941 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Walter L. and Mary A. (Burger) Linkhauer. She is survived by her sisters, Judith Crislip of Pittsburgh and Jean Linkhauer of Phoenix, AZ; also, several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by companion, Ronald Smits. No visitation or services are planned. Memorial contributions can be made to Carlow University at https://www.carlow.edu/alumni/support/give/. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
April 14, 2023 |
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Susan Norma (Weising) Pichura, age 64, of California Borough, passed away on Thursday, April 13, 2023 at Jefferson Hospital. She was a secretary for the Allegheny County Magistrate and enjoyed fishing, gardening, and planting flowers. Born August 3, 1958 in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of the late Robert and Norma (Schneider) Weising. She is survived by her husband, Stephan J. Pichura; son, David Muller of Whittaker; stepson, Michael (Jenny) Pichura of Beaver; five grandchildren; brothers, Robert Weising of Ingram Borough and Dennis (Patti) Weising of Shaler; brother-in-law, Paul (Jackie) Pichura of Forward Twp.; also, one nephew. There will be a memorial gathering Tuesday, April 18, 2023 from 4-6 PM in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
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April 13, 2023 |
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Donna Fae (Ferree) Cain, age 91, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Thursday, April 13, 2023 at Peters Township Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was a retired administrative assistant for the Sandpiper Beach Club in Sarasota. She was a member of Wrights United Methodist Church in Venetia, a former organist, and an avid reader. Born February 29, 1932 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late William and Dora (Guffey) Ferree and wife of the late George L. Cain. She is survived by daughter, Diane (Charles "Bud") Swingle of Jefferson Hills; grandchildren, Kelly (Bob) Muntan of Masontown and Grant Swingle; great-grandchildren, Jesse and Cody Muntan; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by daughter, Terri Lou Cain. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Saturday, April 15, 2023 from 3 PM until the time of service at 7 PM. Private burial in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to the Autism Center of Pittsburgh, 900 Rebecca Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15221. Offer condolences at
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April 13, 2023 |
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Harry B. Abbott Jr., age 57, of Elizabeth, passed away on Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at Jefferson Hospital. He enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, camping and hiking. Born April 25, 1965 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of Harry B. (Carole) Abbott Sr. of North Hills and Tina (Milliern) Abbott of Brookline. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife of 25 years, Angela (McKenzie) Abbott; son, Sean (Kelsey) Abbott of Elizabeth; grandchildren, Sean Adam and Beau Abbott; brother, Leo Abbott of Cleveland, OH; also, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by sister, Shirley Abbott. No visitation or services are planned. Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, SW Region, 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
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April 13, 2023 |
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Jean A. (Loretta) Brown, age 70 of Clairton, passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2023 in Jefferson Hospital. Born January 27, 1953 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Margaret A. (Shamya) Loretta. Jean was a radiology secretary for Jefferson Hospital. She went to Jesus and was a strong and independent Christian. Jean had a deep love for animals. Jean is survived by her sisters Mary Rose Odenthal of North Huntingdon and Judith Ann Loretta of Greentree; her niece Tanya Curry and nephew Michael (Deeble) Allsbrooks. Special thanks to Kristie Bodnar, Barb Cope and the Jefferson Hospital nurses.
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April 13, 2023 |
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Eileen D. Jamison, age 95 of Elizabeth Twp., passed away at home on Wednesday, April 12, 2023. Born January 20, 1928 in Port Vue, she was the daughter of the late Charles Albright Daugherty and Irene Anna (Crossland) Daugherty. A master's degree recipient from the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing, Eileen was a member of the Mount Vernon Community Presbyterian Church, the Garden Club of McKeesport, and the former McKeesport Symphony Women's Guild. Eileen’s hobbies included playing scrabble and working on crossword puzzles. She had many wonderful friends and enjoyed traveling with them. She provided especially wonderful entertainment for her large family with pool parties and holiday dinners. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 31 years, the late Stephen Quay Jamison, who passed away June 12, 1981, her son Karl Q. (Lynn) Jamison, her sister Emma Jane Pattison, her great-granddaughter Alyssa Abels and her niece Irene Pattison Delaquil. Eileen is survived by her children Jay (Beth) Jamison of Elizabeth Twp., Amy Jamison of Elizabeth Twp., and Laurie Knisely of Port Matilda; her grandchildren Stephen (Lin) Jamison, Paul (Elizabeth) Jamison, and Wesley Jamison; Jillian (Alex Newman) Woolridge, Ainsley (Dylan Glatt) Woolridge, and Virginia (Brandon Hubbard) Woolridge; Emily (Adam) Knisely-Kirley, John (Cherise Koslop) Knisely, Scott (Kate) Jamison, Kristen (Adam) Abels, and David (Haley) Jamison; her nineteen great-grandchildren; her nieces Kem (Jerry) Morgan and Stephanie (Vince) DiLeo; and nephew David Clark.
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April 10, 2023 |
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Rose (Maksim) Vasques March, age 91, of Elizabeth, passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2023 at Jefferson Hospital. She was a retired seamstress and a former Seamstress Union president. Born December 4, 1931 in Smithdale, she was a daughter of the late George and Pauline (Popovich) Maksim and wife of the late James Samuel March. She is survived by her sons, Tony (Ana Cammarata) Vasques of Lakewood, OH and Ricky Vasques of McKeesport; grandchildren, Gabrielle (Josh) McCort of Kennewick, WA and Erica Vasques of Pittsburgh; step-grandchildren, Jaime (Chris) Maravich of Chicago, IL and Jeanine March of Chicago, IL; step-great-grandchildren, Heath and Kyle Maravich; sister, Sylvia Tedrow of Smithdale; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by former spouses, Adolph Vasques and Jim Seman; stepson, James K. March; sister, Marlene Hall; and brother, Henry Maksim. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Friday, April 14, 2023 from 12-2 PM and 4 PM until the time of blessing at 6 PM in the funeral home with Deacon Dale DiSanto officiating. Offer condolences at
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