John Hazy

May 13, 2019 |

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John Hazy, age 100, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Sunday evening May 12, 2019, at the Southwestern Assisted Living Facility in West Mifflin. Born July 24, 1918 in Wickhaven, he was a son of the late Peter J. and Anna (Chaybin) Hazy. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by wives, Margery (Shaver) Hazy of 35 years, and Anna (Francesconi) Trafalis Hazy of 19 years; and by his brothers Joseph, Steve and James Hazy, and sisters, Margaret Renn and Mary Lomagno. 

Beatrice J. Rybacki

May 13, 2019 |

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Beatrice J. Rybacki, age 69, of Elrama, passed away on Friday, May 10, 2019 at Jefferson Hospital. She retired as a secretary for Dick Corp. in Jefferson Hills and was a former secretary for Michael Adams Esq. in Pleasant Hills. A former member of St. Isaac Jogues Catholic Church in Elrama, she enjoyed flea markets, making cakes for birthdays, weddings and special occasions, and always had a kind and generous heart and a special love for children. .

Sylvia L. Lerro

May 10, 2019 |

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Sylvia L. Lerro, age 83 of Liberty Borough, passed away on Friday, May 10, 2019 in John J. Kane Regional Center, McKeesport.  Born November 3, 1935 in Baldwin, she was a daughter of the late Walter and Anna (Miller) Datig.  A member of St. Mark's Parish, Sylvia was the co-proprietor of Jo-Lynn's Pizzeria in Liberty Borough with her late husband of 49 years, Joseph C. Lerro, who passed away on March 3, 2006.  Sylvia is survived by her daughters Linda (Donald) Chapman of Liberty Borough and Jodi Staab of Elizabeth Twp.; her grandchildren Jarrett (Melanie), Tony, Shawn (Jackie), Nicole, Tammy (Jeff), and Brittany; her great-grandchildren Ava, Christian, Luca, Vico, Makayla, Gianna, and Sterling; her brother Greg Datig of California; and also many nieces and nephews, especially her nephew Craig Galick who helped immensely with her care.  

Elinor Kramer

May 10, 2019 |

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Elinor Kramer, age 91 of Cumming, GA and formerly of Pittsburgh, passed away on Friday, May 10, 2019.  Born May 9, 1928 in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of the late Morris and Bertha (Bergman) Calig.  Elinor worked with her husband, the late Alvin Kramer, as sales representatives for Leco Electric Co. and also as a court reporter and instructor for court reporters.  She is survived by her twin daughters Adele Caplan of Cumming, GA and Marcy (Richard) Ruben of Cumming, GA; her grandsons Adam (Amy nee Rosner) Caplan, Aaron (fiancee Lauren Fehl) Ruben, Justin (Jessica nee Effren) Caplan, and Zachary (fiancee Ema Alvarez) Ruben; her great-grandsons Ryan and Graham; and her great-granddaughters Jana and Daniella.  A private graveside service will be held at the convenience and request of her family at Beth Shalom Cemetery in Shaler Twp.

Jack "Max" Unger

May 09, 2019 |

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Jack "Max" Unger, age 80 of McKeesport, passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2019 in John J. Kane Regional Center in McKeesport.  Born October 22, 1938 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Max and Dorothy (Weinberg) Unger.  A US Army Veteran who served in the occupation of Berlin, Max retired after 29 years as a lieutenant with the McKeesport Police Department.

Edward R. Skuhrovec

May 09, 2019 |

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Edward R. Skuhrovec, age 72 of North Huntingdon, passed away peacefully in the home he grew up in, according to God's plans as the family had hoped for, on Wednesday, May 8, 2019.  Born March 12, 1947 in McKeesport, he was one of two sons, along with his brother Rudy, of Rudolph and Mildred (Pfiefer) Skuhrovec.  Edward was a music and sports lover from an early age.  As a member of the first graduating class of Port Vue-Liberty High School (now South Allegheny), he was in the band for 8 years, serving as head drummer for 5, and was a member of the 1965 WPIAL Section 14 championship baseball team.  After graduation, he began his career of fifty years, for US Steel at Homestead and Clairton, as a member of the United Steelworkers Union #s 1397 and 1557, and also as a member of the Boilermakers Union #154. 

John M. Sasala

May 08, 2019 |

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John M. Sasala, age 63, of Jefferson Hills, formerly of Swissvale and Elizabeth, passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2019 at home. A retired truck driver for Harsco Metals in West Mifflin, he enjoyed camping. Born June 7, 1955 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of Elizabeth (Fedele) Sasala of Jefferson Hills and the late Andy Sasala, and husband of the late Elizabeth Ann "Pinky" (Anderson) Sasala. 

Kristine E. (Odorcich) Baldridge

May 08, 2019 |

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Kristine E. (Odorcich) Baldridge, age 65 of North Huntingdon, passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2019 in UPMC Shadyside Hospital.  Born July 14, 1953 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Helen (Wasko) Odorcich.  A member of St. Agnes Parish in North Huntingdon, Kristine was a senior administrative assistant to the chief of trauma at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, where she wrote grants and was in charge of the residency program.  Before that, she served in the same role with the plastic surgery department at Children's Hospital.  Kristine was also very active with the PTA at Norwin School District.

Edward Geletko

May 07, 2019 |

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Edward Geletko, age 87 of Clairton, passed away on Monday, May 6, 2019 in Southwestern Nursing Center in West Mifflin.  Born October 9, 1931 in Clairton, he was a son of the late John and Ann (Zofchak) Geletko.

Regina M. Stretavski

May 06, 2019 |

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Regina M. Stretavski, age 59 of Baldwin, passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2019 in Jefferson Hills Manor.  Born July 15, 1959 in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of the late Regis Allen Stretavski, Sr. and Margaret (Marcin) Stretavski.  A member of St. Elizabeth of Hungary Roman Catholic Church in Baldwin, Regina was a lovely and loving woman and quite a talented vocalist and guitar player.  She is survived by her son Julian Stretavski; her grandchildren Johann S. and Eleanor M. Stretavski; her siblings James and Kevin (Pat) Stretavski, Roberta (Mark) Szekeres, Michele (David) Savinda, and Renee (Ron) Mitko; and also many nieces and nephews.  Besides her parents, Regina was preceded in death by her siblings Lavern McCartan, Regis Allen Stretavski, Jr., and Mary Lu Burkett.  

Kathryn Gephart

May 05, 2019 |

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Kathryn (Coleman) Gephart, age 97, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2019 at Jefferson Hospital. Born October 16, 1921 in Jefferson Hills, she was a daughter of the late James and Emma Maude (Hindman) Coleman and wife of the late James A. Gephart.

Helen Brulja

May 03, 2019 |

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Helen Brulja, age 92 of McKeesport, passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2019 in Southwestern Assisted Care Center in West Mifflin.  Born December 1, 1926 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Ljubic) Brulja.  A member of St. Mark's Parish in Port Vue, Helen worked as a clerk for the Westinghouse Corp., was a member of the CFU Lodge #146 and it's Ladies' and Pensioneers' Clubs, and was also an original member of the Penn-Sembles.  She is survived by nieces and nephews, but was preceded in death by her siblings: Kathern Brulja, Frances Sopko, Ann Bastasic, Mary Sipkovich, and Matt, Bruce, and William Brulja.  Friends will be received in the Daniel F. Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory, 4504 Walnut Street, Versailles, on Sunday, May 5, 2019 from 6 to 8 PM.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, May 6, 2019 at 10 AM in St. Mark's Parish, Port Vue Site.  Interment will follow to Sacred Heart Cemetery, Port Vue. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

Edwin J. Weldon

May 03, 2019 |

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Edwin J. Weldon, age 82 of Versailles, passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2019 in UPMC Presbyterian Hospital.  Born March 4, 1937 in Philadelphia, he was a son of the late James C. and Marie (Weber) Weldon.  Edwin worked as a salesclerk at Sears at South Hills Village; he was a member of St. Patrick's Church in McKeesport; a US Air Force Veteran of the Korean War; and a member of both the Versailles and Lester V.F.C.  

Carol Ann Lasich

May 01, 2019 |

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PLEASE NOTE, DUE TO DOWNED POWER LINES AT AND AROUND OUR CLAIRTON LOCATION, THE VISITATION AND FUNERAL FOR CAROL ANN LASICH IS BEING MOVED TO OUR ELIZABETH LOCATION, 221 N. 2ND. AVE., ELIZABETH, PA 15037.  

Carol Ann Lasich, age 79 of Clairton, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 30, 2019.  Born November 19, 1939 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Carmine and Mildred (Vuksic) Rodino.  A graduate of Clairton High School and a member of St. Clare of Assisi Parish, Carol's family will remember her as the kindest, gentlest woman and an amazing mother, a fantastic grandmother to her granddaughter, but "GiGi" to many more.  Besides her parents, she joins her husband of 46 years, Robert M. Lasich, who passed away July 2, 2011.  Carol is survived by her children Lori Lasich of Rostraver Twp. and Robert (fiancee Kate E. Dadum) Lasich of Clairton; her granddaughter Isabella Patch; her sister Irene Plesniak of Elizabeth; and also nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.  

Thelma Jean Smitley

April 29, 2019 |

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Thelma Jean Smitley, age 79, of Elizabeth, passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at William Penn Care Center in Jeannette. A retired caretaker at Mount Vernon of Elizabeth, she enjoyed bowling, bingo, puzzles and crosswords. She also enjoyed baking zucchini bread, Christmas cookies and her famous pineapple cookies and distributing them to residents at the nursing home.