September 05, 2018 |
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Robert “Bob” Lester Dearth Jr., 76, of North Huntingdon, previously of McKeesport, passed away at UPMC East in Monroeville Wednesday, September 5, 2018. He was born December 30, 1941 in Chillicothe, Ohio to the late Robert L. Sr. and Helen Seymour Dearth. Bob is survived by his loving wife, of 43 years, Stella L. Warnick DeSalvo Dearth; son, Richard DeSalvo of Irwin; daughter, Gina (Joseph) Herrera of Trafford; grandchildren, Jeffrey (Caitlin), Brandy, Kayla (Kevin); nieces, nephews; sister & brother in-laws, Dan & Sherry McDowell of Versailles; siblings, Bernard (Hilda) Dearth of Stoutsville, OH, Beverly Burroughs of Kingston, OH, Barbara (Edward) Halterman of Washington Court House, OH. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by sister Bernice Fetters. Bob was a US Navy Veteran having served during the Vietnam War and the Cuban Missile Crisis. He worked in the HVAC/Maintenance department at Carnegie Towers, enjoyed working and was a dog lover. Arrangements have been entrusted to I. M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 203 4th Street, Dravosburg, PA 15034. There will be a memorial service later. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the funeral home to help defray costs. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
August 30, 2018 |
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Kenneth Wayne Holmes, 88, of Dravosburg, passed away at home Wednesday, August 29, 2018. He was born December 20, 1929 in McKeesport to the late Jerry and Mary Cigrand Holmes. Kenny was a loving husband to his late wife, Iva Beitler Holmes for 38 years. He is survived by nieces and nephews. Along with his parents and wife, Kenny was preceded in death by his faithful companion of many years, Betty Hollenbeck; sisters, Mattie Econovich, Emmie Holmes; and brothers, William, Charles, John, Jerry, and Harry Holmes. He served in the US Army during WWII and also served during the Korean War, he was a retired employee of US Steel National Tube in McKeesport, was a member of Dravosburg United Methodist Church, was an avid hunter, loved driving cars and golfing, but most of all loved his family. Kenny was honored and delighted to receive his “60 year” pin as a member of the Duquesne/McKeesport Lodge #731 of the Free and Accepted Masons. Arrangements have been entrusted to I. M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 203 4th Street, Dravosburg, PA 15034. As per Kenny’s wishes, there will be no visitation; however, a graveside service will be conducted at Donegal Cemetery on Saturday, September 1, 2018 at 11:00 am. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Dravosburg United Methodist Church, 109 Maple Avenue, Dravosburg, PA 15034. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneral.com
August 22, 2018 |
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Loretto “Joseph” Capaccia, 86, of Glassport, formerly of Clairton, passed away Monday, August 20, 2018 at John J. Kane Regional Care Center in McKeesport. He was born December 15, 1931, in Clairton, to the late Phillipio and Antoinette Vano Capaccia. Joseph is survived by nephew, John Paul Charmo of Glassport. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by sister, Domenica Ann Charmo. Joseph was a very dedicated church goer; he attended St Paulinus & St Clare of Assisi, both of Clairton, and Queen of The Rosary in Glassport. He was employed by Continental Can for 20 years and by US Steel Clairton Works. Joseph was a very loving uncle who went on many ice cream trips. Visitation will take place Thursday, August 23, 2018 from 2 – 4 and 6 – 8 pm at S. M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th Street, Clairton, PA 15025. A mass will take place at 10:00 am Friday, August 24, 2018 at St Clare of Assisi Church in Clairton followed by interment at St Clare Cemetery in Clairton. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
August 15, 2018 |
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Arthur Clarence Clawson, of Duquesne, formerly of Clairton, passed away at home Sunday, August 12, 2018. He was born November 16, 1950, in Clairton, to the late Albert and Anna Lucas Clawson. He is survived by sons, Arthur (Bonnie) Thompson of Spring Lake, NC, Chad Clawson of Glassport; daughters, Melissa Clawson of Glassport, Ann Clawson of Versailles Boro; grandson, Trent Carlisle of Spring Lake, NC; siblings, John Clawson of Mechanicsburg, Susie Fiore of Glassport, Ethel (Matt) of Glassport. Arthur served in the US Army during the Vietnam War, enjoyed restoring classic cars, and playing cards. Visitation will take place on Friday, August 17, 2018 from 4 – 8 pm at E. C. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Avenue, Glassport, PA 15045. A memorial service will take place at the funeral home immediately following visitation at 8 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the funeral home to help defray costs. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
August 13, 2018 |
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Corey Ryan Mandich, 25, of Vanderbilt, formerly of Clairton & South Park, passed away at home on Friday, August 10, 2018. He was born December 22, 1992, in McKeesport, to Gregory A. and Gloria L. David Mandich Sr. Along with his parents, Corey is survived by daughter, Charlotte Rose ; brothers, Gregory (Stephanie) Mandich of Clairton, Adam (Lauren) Mandich of Perryopolis; grandmother, Bonnie (James) DeVault of Anderson, SC; nieces/nephews, Hunter, Jordan, Chris, Rylan, Jax, Jayden. He was preceded in death by grandparents, Lois and George Mandich. Corey enjoyed operating and repairing dirt bikes, fishing, music, and being with his nieces and nephews. Visitation will take place Thursday, August 16, 2018 from 4 – 8 pm at S. M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N 6th Street, Clairton, PA 15025. A memorial service will take place at the funeral home immediately after visitation at 8 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made directly to the funeral home or, they can also be made at www.fundthefuneral.com, to help defray costs. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
August 09, 2018 |
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Delbert “Pav” Ivan Pavlick, 90, of Clairton, passed away at home on Wednesday, August 8, 2018. He was born March 29, 1928 in Duquesne to the late Samuel and Mary Hollish Pavlick. Delbert was a loving husband for 43 years to the late Edith A. Azzari Pavlick. He is survived, and will be greatly missed, by his adoring daughters, Valerie Pavlick-Gnazzo of Clairton, Adrianne (Curtis) Pavlick-Miller also of Clairton, Michele (Claude) Sims of Port Vue; grandchildren, Zachary, Athena (Nathan), Jared, Xavier, Lennox (Garrett), Santeaun, Hunter; and brother, Samuel (Mabel) Pavlick of Florida; nieces and nephews. Along with his parents and wife, Delbert was preceded in death by granddaughter, BreAnne; and sisters, Margaret Pearson & Ethel Pavlick. He was a proud veteran having served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. Delbert was a member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Duquesne, was employed by the US postal service for 56 years, was an avid golfer, enjoyed softball, bowling, played football in the army while he was stationed in Japan, and was the basketball coach at St. Clare of Assisi for 37 years. In 2005, he won “PA’s Outstanding Older Worker” award which is a prestigious national award given to elder workers (only 1 per state) to acknowledge their years in the workforce. He was a proud and loving man who would help anybody at any time, especially his family. Visitation will take place Friday August 10, 2018 from 3 – 9 pm at S. M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th Street, Clairton, PA 15025. A service will take place at the funeral home on Saturday, August 11, 2018 at 10:30 am followed by entombment at Lebanon Church Cemetery. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
August 08, 2018 |
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Raymond “Tut” Marcelleous Tuttle, 74, of Port Vue, passed away Tuesday, August 7, 2018 at VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System. He was born February 23, 1944 in McKeesport to the late William M. and Hilda Evans Tuttle. Raymond is survived by ex-wife and friend Karen Tuttle; daughter, Kelly Tuttle of West Mifflin; son, Raymond Tuttle Jr. of St. Louis, MO; grandchildren, Kristy Lee Hall of West Mifflin, Anthony R. Hall of Glassport, Timothy Hall of Somerset; great-grandchildren, Angelina, Aliyah, Kaylee and Mason. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by sister, Jean Klemm; brothers, William, Donald & James Tuttle; and beloved dog, Sheba. Raymond served in the US Army and was stationed in Germany. He enjoyed camping, fishing, cars, gardening, going to flea markets and was an avid animal lover. Visitation will take place Thursday, August 9, 2018 from 4 – 8 pm at I. M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 203 4th Street, Dravosburg, PA 15034. A memorial service will take place at the funeral home on Friday, August 10, 2018 at 11:00 am followed by interment at Jefferson Memorial Park in Pleasant Hills. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
August 05, 2018 |
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Betty Mae Bishop, 85, of West Mifflin, formerly of Sebring, FL, passed away Saturday, August 4, 2018 at Southwestern Nursing and Healthcare Center in West Mifflin. She was born February 12, 1933 in Homestead to the late George and Mary Harry. Betty is survived by daughters, Deborah Bishop of Dravosburg, Pamela (George) Stoupis of Elizabeth, Lynda (Tim) Nesiti of Dravosburg; grandchildren, George R. and Nicolette Stoupis; siblings, Marge Hromanik of West Mifflin, Eleanor Whetstine & Mary Ann McDermott, both of Sebring FL; and her two cats Tuffi & Sox. Betty was preceded in death by her life companion, Edward Kasyan. Betty was an animal lover, especially when it came to stray cats, loved cooking, and taking walks with her daughters and their pets. Arrangements have been entrusted to E. C. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Avenue, Glassport, PA 15045. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
July 30, 2018 |
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Faith Ann Noll, 45, of Port Vue, formerly of Glassport, passed away Sunday, July 29, 2018 at UPMC Mercy Hospital in Pittsburgh. She was born in McKeesport March 17, 1973 to John and Sharon Noll of Port Vue. Faith is survived by daughters, Katelynn (Timothy) Binns of West Mifflin, Sarah Noll of North Versailles; son, Nathan Noll Nelson of Port Vue; step-daughter, Julia Nelson of Port Vue; grandchildren, Lillie & Lyla Binns; sister, Amanda (Christopher) Palyo of Jefferson Hills; brothers, John (Lisa McCune) Noll III of Port Vue, Jason Noll of Lincoln Boro; nieces, Allyssa, Teagan; nephew, Christopher; her cat Ren. She was preceded in death by her dogs, Vanity and Schmoodle. Faith was a caregiver at heart. She cared for anyone in need, her granddaughters, and family, because that’s what she loved. Visitation will take place Friday, August 3, 2018 from 4 – 8 at E. C. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Avenue, Glassport, PA 15045. A memorial service will take place at the funeral home at 7 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to the funeral home to help defray costs. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
July 25, 2018 |
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Agnes C. Rushe, 102, of Glassport, passed away at home on Wednesday, July 24, 2018. She was born in Birmingham, AL on January 13, 1916 to the late Robert and Bertha Veitch Tachoir. Agnes was the loving wife of the late William L. Rushe. She is survived by daughters, JoAnn Rushe, Ruth Rushe, and Agnes Barrett all of Glassport; sons, Robert (Lori) Rushe of Duquesne, Ralph Rushe of New Baltimore, MI; sister, Frances Shultz of Duquesne; 11 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Along with her parents and husband, Agnes was preceded in death by sons, Tommy, Terry & Bill Rushe; and siblings, Robert, Leo, Tom, Jack, Pat, Joe, Forest Tachoir, Catherine Odoski, & Lois White. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 Saint Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105 Visitation will take place on Thursday, July 26, 2018 from 4 – 8 pm at E. C. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Avenue, Glassport, PA 15045. A mass will take place on Friday, July 27, 2018 at Queen of The Rosary Parish, Glassport, PA at 10:00 am, followed by interment at St. Joseph’s Cemetery & Mausoleum, 1443 Lincoln Highway, North Versailles, PA 15137. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
July 18, 2018 |
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Mary Raisner, 89, of McKeesport, formerly of Glassport for 76 years, passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2018 at John J. Kane Regional Center in McKeesport. She was born March 23, 1929 in Glassport to the late John and Mary Bednar Popovich. Mary was the loving wife of the late Lawrence Raisner who passed away in 1992. She is survived by sisters, Elizabeth Smoot of McKeesport, Anna Stanko of McKeesport, Helen (Thomas Andrews) McBurney of North Huntingdon; special niece, Mary Moonis of North Huntingdon; many other nieces and nephews. Along with her parents and husband, Mary was preceded in death by son, Larry L. Raisner; sister, Irene Dunlop; brothers, John, Mike, Andrew, Stephen and Joseph Popovich. She was a member of St. Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church in McKeesport and worked in the cafeteria at St. Nicholas Byzantine Catholic School for 36 years. Visitation will take place Thursday, July 19, 2018 from 4 – 8 pm (Enlightenment Service at 7) at E. C. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Avenue, Glassport, PA 15045. A “Divine Liturgy of Christian Burial” will take place Friday, July 20, 2018 at 12:30 pm at St. Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church in McKeesport followed by interment at St. Nicholas Cemetery in North Versailles. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
July 09, 2018 |
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Arcolina “Carole” Ann Folino Angotti, 86, of Baldwin, formerly of Clairton, passed away Tuesday, July 3, 2018 at Lawson’s Personal Care Home in Jefferson Hills. She was born July 31, 1931, in McKeesport, to the late Frank and Mariangela Vescio Folino. She was the loving wife of 40 yrs. to the late Joseph P. Angotti who passed away in 1993. Carole is survived by daughters, Angela (Richard) Jenkins & Paula Gori both of Clairton, Sandra Smaniotto of Uniontown, Debbie (Earl) Kleckner of McMurray; grandchildren, Frankie, Richard, Jennifer, Gina (Jason), Melanie, Angela, E.J., Natalie; great-grandchildren, Dejah, Nikko, Gisele, Anton, Mason, Bella, Tyler, Zander; sister, Grace McGrew of Greensburg and brother, Bernard Folino and many nieces and nephews. Along with her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by sisters, Eva DeMaio, Frances Folino, and Virginia Luft. Carole lived 64 years of her life in Clairton, was the sole proprietor of Carole’s Tax Service in Clairton, was a member of St. Clare of Assisi Church, enjoyed watching her grandchildren engage in sporting events and dance recitals/competitions, bingo and baking. Private viewing and service was entrusted to S. M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th Street, Clairton, PA 15025. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
July 02, 2018 |
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Mildred (Millie) (Milka) Besedich Hughes, 100, of Dravosburg passed into eternal rest on June 29, 2018 surrounded by her loving family. Born March 24, 1918 in Youngstown, Ohio to Jovan and Kata Besedich, the family later moved to the coal mining town (#9) of Farmington, West Virginia. In 1942, she left home to support the war effort working in the Akron Goodyear factory making barrage balloons. She married Elmer Hughes in 1945 and they moved to Dravosburg in 1956.
She owned and operated Hughes Grill for 14 years. She was famous for the Friday fish sandwiches. After selling the business, Millie worked for K-Mart retiring in 1989 after 15 years. Consistent with her love for caring for others, Millie delivered for Meals on Wheels for 20 years until age 92. She was a member of Amity Presbyterian Church for 60 years and served as an elder.
Millie was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer, her parents, her sisters Olga Myers, Mary Chickrell, Malava Blanton, Josephine Flannery, Virginia Davis, Kay Stache, her brothers Drago Besedich and Dan Besedich and her grandson Brian Weddle. She is survived by and was the beloved mother of Ron Hughes, Marcia (Phil) Weddle and Diana (Ron) Etzel; cherished grandmother of Christopher Weddle, Eric (Heidi) Weddle, Jessica Etzel and Allison Etzel; great-grandmother of Philip (Aubree) Brown, Hazel and Ayler Weddle; great-great grandmother of Gavin and Marlie Brown; and loving sister of Helen Lockwood. Millie also leaves behind nieces, nephews, friends and her faithful dog, Buddy.
She loved her family and her home. She loved to cook, bake, garden, crochet and walk her puppies. She was a loyal friend and neighbor.
Family and friends will be received on Friday, July 6, 2018 from 5:00 to 8:00 pm at I.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 203 4th Street, Dravosburg, PA 15034. Service will be at 10:00 am on Saturday, July 7, 2018 at Amity Presbyterian Church, 400 Euclid Avenue, Dravosburg, PA 15034 and continue with a graveside service at Jefferson Memorial Park. A luncheon at Amity Presbyterian Church in Dravosburg will follow interment. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to Amity Presbyterian Church. Special thanks to the staff of Bridges Hospice and Patty M. of Caring Angels. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
“Come to me, all who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.” Matt 11:28
June 29, 2018 |
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James “Jim” “Buddha” Clair Harvey, 57, of West Mifflin, formerly of Clairton, passed away Thursday, June 28, 2018 at Jefferson Hills Manor. He was born February 2, 1961 in Frankfurt, Germany to the late Charles Wilford Harvey and Rosemary Siler Harvey Petrisko. James is survived by daughter, Brittany Harvey of Vandergrift; brothers, Vincent (Valerie) Harvey of Greenock, Charles (Kerry) Evans of Finleyville; sisters, Virginia (Joseph) Nehila of West Mifflin, Mary Jo Harvey of Dravosburg, Charlene (Scott) Hart Snyder of Dubois; 4 nephews, 2 nieces; great-nieces, Audrey, Leonnah, Ja’layah and great-nephew Parker. He was a lifelong EMT and fireman having close ties with the departments in West Elizabeth, Clairton, Dravosburg where he was Fire Chief, and Duquesne where he was Assistant Chief. He loved car racing, baseball, and his job as a firefighter. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made directly to the funeral home or at www.fundthefuneral.com. Visitation will take place on Sunday, July 1, 2018 from 5 – 8 pm at S. M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th Street, Clairton, PA 15025. A memorial service will take place at the funeral home immediately following visitation. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
June 24, 2018 |
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Deborah Marie Labishak Orr, 63, of Pittsburgh, formerly of Clairton, passed away at John J. Kane Regional Center in Pittsburgh on Saturday, June 23, 2018. She was born November 25, 1954 in McKeesport to the late Peter and Carolina Hallas Labishak. Deborah is survived by brother, Terry D. Labishak of West Mifflin and sister, Cary Labishak. Arrangements have been entrusted to S. M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th Street, Clairton, PA 15025. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
