October 18, 2022 |
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Eleanor M. Duvall Linn, 86, of White Oak, passed away peacefully and surrounded by love, on Sunday, October 16, 2022 at Jefferson Hospital.
She was born August 9, 1936 in Monessen to the late Cassius and Elizabeth J. (Wallace) Duvall.
Eleanor was the devoted wife of the late Charles E. Linn Jr. who passed away in 2007. She is survived by children, Kathy DeMarco of Glassport, Charles E. Linn III of White Oak, nephew, Michael Dorich of Trafford, who she raised as her own, grandchildren; Jason (Holly) DeMarco, Shannon (Ryan) Campbell, Angela (Donnie Rudberg) Linn, Jessica (Dave) Gross. Great grandchildren; Ethan, Shane, Ryder, Izzy, Emma, Levi, Jackson, Zoey, & Lucy as well as nieces and nephews. Along with her parents and husband, Eleanor was preceded in death by son; William R. (Bill) Linn of McKeesport; brother, James Duvall, sister, Rosemary Dorich, niece, Kim Dorich.
Eleanor was an active member of the Bryn Mawr Church of Christ in White Oak where she taught Sunday school for over 40 yrs. She helped with youth group, was a deaconess, and started a crochet/knitting group known as “Busy Hands” (jokingly referred to as “The Happy Hookers” by her daughter). She was an avid reader and took books to the church for others to borrow, helped with the flea market, and essentially helped wherever needed. Eleanor was a magnificent baker; always baking for others, especially family graduations and weddings. She loved crossword puzzles, Jeopardy, Scrabble, and anything that exercised her brain and her vast vocabulary. She will be sorely missed by all who knew her, and her loving spirit will live on in those whose lives she touched.
Family and friends will be received on Wednesday, October 19, 2022 from 4:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. at E.C. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Ave, Glassport, PA 15045. A service at the funeral home will immediately follow at 7:00 P.M. Interment will take place at a later date at Richland Cemetery in Dravosburg. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
October 14, 2022 |
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Clyde L. Hennon Jr., 84 of Dravosburg, formerly of Clairton, passed away on Wednesday, October 12
th, 2022, at Squirrel Hill Rehabilitation and Wellness Center. He was born in New Castle on November 20
th, 1937, to the late Clyde Sr. and Julia E. Owrey Hennon. Clyde was the loving husband of 47 years to Norma Jean Thompson Hennon. He is survived by his wife Norma, their son Matt (Melissa Barker) Hennon of White Oak, brother Glenn (Charlene) Hennon of Glenrock, sister Karen (Loren) Greene of Indiana, PA, and grandchildren Lennox and Duke. He is further survived by multiple nieces and nephews. Clyde was preceded in death by brother Richard. He was a member of the United States Army and served during peacetime. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge in Dravosburg and the First Evangelical Free Church in McKeesport, as well as a member of the former Community Alliance Church in Elizabeth. Clyde enjoyed hunting and fishing as well as completing crossword puzzles. Family and friends will be received on Sunday October 16
th, 2022, from 1-3 P.M. at I.M FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 203 4
th St, Dravosburg, PA 15034. A service will take place at 3 P.M. at the funeral home immediately following the visitation. A repast will occur following the service at the First Evangelical Free Church in McKeesport. Inurnment will occur at Jefferson Memorial Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to The Alzheimer’s Association by going to
https://www.alz.org/get-involved-now/donate, donating over the phone by calling 800-272-3900, or by mailing your donation to the Alzheimer's Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011. Online condolences may be offered at
www.finneyfuneralhome.com.
September 23, 2022 |
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William “Willy” Donofrio, 92 of Glassport, passed away on Friday, September 23, 2022, at his home. He was born in Greensburg, PA on November 3rd, 1929, to the late Benjamin and Margaret Lavalia Donofrio. William was the loving husband of many years to the late Josephine Rauso Donofrio. He is survived by his daughter, Elly (Donofrio) Matesig of Glassport, as well his granddaughter Stephany Durosko of Glassport. Further survivors include brothers Angelo (Patty) Donofrio of Glassport, Richard (Kim Barry) Donofrio of Elizabeth, and Arthur Donofrio of West Mifflin. He is additionally survived by sisters Elizabeth Bartko of California, Mary Ickiewicz of West Mifflin, Enise (William) Kostyzak of Glassport, Rose (David) Del Master of Florida, and Debbie Gobel of Georgia. He will also be missed by his many nieces and nephews as well as his dog Bobo. William was preceded in death by his daughter Coreen Eremia, sister Christine Stillio, and brothers Robert and Perry Donofrio. Willy was a member of the Army during the Korean War, as well as a member of the American Legions in Dravosburg and Glassport. He enjoyed being self-employed- in his younger years, he could be found working at a fruit market, operating Donofrio’s Nursery, or spending time as part owner of McKeesport Inn. Family and friends will be received on Monday, September 26th, 2022, from 2-4 PM at E.C. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Ave, Glassport, PA 15045. A service will take place at the funeral home following the visitation at 4 PM. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.
September 18, 2022 |
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September 07, 2022 |
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September 02, 2022 |
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Clifford J. “Big Cliff” Warner, 74 of Jefferson Hills, formerly of West Mifflin, passed away on Thursday, September 1st, 2022, surrounded by his beloved family at his home. He was born in McKeesport on March 27th, 1948, to the late Clifford R. and Grace Zewe Warner. Clifford was the loving husband of 50 years to Sharon E. Humphrey Warner, who lovingly cared for him in sickness and in health. He is survived by his wife, as well as son Clifford R. (Elizabeth) Warner of Boston and daughter Alethea E. (Alfred) Filippelli of Bethel Park. Further survivors include his sister Evelyn (Mike) Shanley of West Mifflin and grandchildren Olivia, Lexie, Jakob, Lucca, and Lilly, as well as his loving cat Yodi. He was a sergeant in the Air Force during the Vietnam War and later worked as a Union Railroad signalman and Union Chairman for 36 years, sold insurance for A. L. Williams and American General, as well as a bus driver and monitor for Jefferson Hills School District. As the Union Chairman, he fought in Chicago for and obtained Wives’ Pension Eligibility. He was a member of the Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen, an active member of the NRA, and was a God fearing Christian and a member of the Church of Jesus Christ in Monongahela. He was passionately involved in both local and state politics, taking a special interest in the Constitution’s Second Amendment rights. He loved spending summers with his family at their cabin, which was his favorite place to be. Clifford was an avid reader who felt passionately about pursuing knowledge. He was a great husband, father, brother, grandfather, and a friend to many, and he will be missed. The family would like to extend their gratitude to the Advanced Home Care nurses and therapist as well as hospice nurse Debbie. They would also like to thank Jared Nolfi, Ed Donkin, Bob Nicklow, and friends at the bus garage. Special thanks to Tammy and Jamie, who worked with Clifford for 7 years, as well as Dr. Mitro from Davita Clinic. Family and friends will be received on Tuesday, September 6th, 2022, from 2-4 P.M and 6-8 P.M at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th Street, Clairton, PA 15025. A service will take place at the funeral home on Wednesday, September 7th, 2022, at 10 A.M. Interment will occur following the service at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies in Bridgeville. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Church of Jesus Christ or Clairton’s food bank. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.
August 28, 2022 |
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Robert E. “Bob” Winterbottom, 82 of Dravosburg, formerly of McKeesport, passed away on Friday, August 26th, 2022, in West Mifflin. He was born in Turtle Creek on November 7th, 1939. He is survived by longtime friend Virginia M. Olinski, as well as sons Robert (Tina) of Claxton, GA, and James Winterbottom of East McKeesport, and daughter Helen L. Korinko of McKeesport. Further survivors include 10 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, 2 nieces and 6 nephews, and his beloved dog Annie. He is also survived by his brother William Winterbottom of Turtle Creek. Robert was preceded in death by his brother Jimmy Jordan as well as sisters Lavern and Cheryl Winterbottom. Family and friends will be received on Thursday, September 1st, 2022, from 6-8 P.M. at I.M FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 203 4th St, Dravosburg, PA 15034. A service will take place at 8 P.M. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the funeral home to defray costs, or by going to https://fundthefuneral.com/robert-winterbottom. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
August 17, 2022 |
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Denise Ann Mullineaux, 69 of McKeesport, formerly of West Mifflin, passed away on Tuesday, August 16, 2022, at her home. She was born in Vandergrift, PA, on July 23, 1953, to the late William H. and Geraldine Louise Plowman Mullineaux. She is survived by brothers David W. (Valerie) Mullineaux of Springfield, VA, and Douglas Mullineaux of West Mifflin, as well as sisters Dawn (Herb) Heid of Kissimmee, FL, and Deborah (William) Elliott of West Mifflin. Further survivors include nieces and nephews Cathy Heid, Nicole Heid, Jason Lippert, Dawn Lippert, Carl Elliott, and Stephen (Jiyun Lee) Elliott. Additional survivors include great nieces Cassidy Lippert, Allison Lippert, and Logan Elliott, and great nephew Holden Elliott. Denise was preceded in death by her niece Nicole Elliott. She was employed by Olan Mills in Pleasant Hills for 20 years, working in the delivery department. She enjoyed riding horses during her teenage years and found happiness in animals, especially dogs. A memorial service will take place at 1 PM on Saturday, August 20, 2022, at I.M FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 203 4th St, Dravosburg, PA 15034. A repast location will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the funeral home to defray costs by going to https://fundthefuneral.com/denise-mullineaux. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.
July 11, 2022 |
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Lucy I. Roldan, 68 of Jefferson Hills, formerly of Rockville, Maryland, passed away on Wednesday, July 6, 2022, at her home. She was born in Quito, Ecuador, on August 21, 1953, to the late Alfredo and Ines (Moncayo) Roldan. She is survived by her brother John C. (Peggy) Roldan of Gaithersburg, Maryland, as well as her beloved dog. She enjoyed discussing politics via Facebook and her blog, as well as taking care of animals throughout her life. She also enjoyed attending services at Saint Thomas A’ Becket Roman Catholic Church.
Arrangements have been entrusted to S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Animal Friends by going to their website and clicking the “Donate” tab, or by calling (412) 847-7051. You can also mail a note with your information and Lucy’s name, accompanied by a check made payable to Animal Friends c/o Development Department, 562 Camp Horne Road Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.
July 01, 2022 |
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Dennis R. “Denny” Ervin, 76 of Liberty Borough, formerly of North Versailles and Pitcairn, passed away on Wednesday, June 29
th, 2022, at his home. He was born in Pittsburgh on May 5
th, 1946, to the late Walter and Elizabeth Louise (Eves) Ervin. Dennis was the loving partner of 51 years to Shirley Smorey. He is survived by significant other Shirley Smorey, as well as sons Dennis Smorey of West Elizabeth and Shawn (Stephanie) Ervin of Penn Hills, and daughters Shannon (Howard) Morgan of Rostraver and Danette (Donald) Aber of West Elizabeth. Further survivors include brothers Glenn (Kathy) Ervin of Claridge and Scott Ervin of South Carolina. He is additionally survived by 13 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, 2 nieces and nephews, and his beloved dog MinMin. Dennis was preceded in death by his grandson Matthew Morgan. He was a member of the Army, serving in Vietnam. He enjoyed being a cab driver, playing cards, watching Western movies, gambling, and spending time with his grandchildren. Arrangements have been entrusted to S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6
th St, Clairton, PA 15025. A memorial service will occur privately at a later date. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the funeral home to defray costs. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.
June 30, 2022 |
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Michael “Mike” Harsmanka, Sr., 82 of Clairton, formerly of Silver Springs, MD, passed into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, June 29, 2022, at Jefferson Hospital. He was born in McKeesport onMay 18, 1940, to the late Wasel and Helena (Fedko) Harsmanka. Mike was the loving husband of 59 years to Pamela J. (Silbaugh) Harsmanka. He is survived by his wife Pamela, his son Michael (Monica Harcut) Harsmanka, Jr. of Waterford, CT, as well as daughters Michele (James) Bridges of Finleyville, Marla (Brinton) Goettel of Monongahela, Melissa (Jorge) Turbay of Clairton, and Marcy (Robert) McQuaide of Reserve Township. Further survivors include brothers Alex Harsmanka of CA, John Harsmanka of West Elizabeth, and sister Yena Ramos of Long Branch, NJ. Additional survivors include grandchildren Courtney (Daniel) Hayden of Belle Vernon, Hannah (Chad) Yerkey of Belle Vernon, Brinton (Lauren) Goettel of Pittsburgh, Morgan Goettel, McKenzie Goettel, Lydia Goettel, Abigail Goettel, all of Forward Township, Juliana Goettel and Sarah Bridges of Pittsburgh, and Suzanne Vareha of New Kensington. Great-grandchildren include Rebekah, Esther, Rachel, Danny, Brock, Ryley, and Ellie. Further survivors include many nieces and nephews. Mike was preceded in death by great-grandchild Elizabeth, brothers Adam and Charles Harsmanka, and sisters Natasha Kavic, Tana Siroki, and Stella DeRosa. He was a member of the Navy, active from 1959-1963, serving on the USS Boston and USS Springfield. He was also a member of the Miracle Ridge Baptist Church in Forward Township, as well as a 1960 graduate of Clairton High School. Mike enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, camping at Scottyland, football, being a carpenter for his grandchildren, watching Cowboy Western films, and completing word searches. He will be terribly missed by all who knew him. Family and friends will be received on Saturday, July 2, 2022, from 1-4 P.M. at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. A service will take place following the visitation at the funeral home. Inurnment will occur privately at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies at a later date. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.
June 30, 2022 |
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Margaret L. “Dolly” Tauber, 91 of White Oak, formerly of Duquesne, passed away on Wednesday, June 29, 2022. She was born in Duquesne on April 12, 1931, to the late Michael and Anna (Petrick) Olexa. Dolly was the loving wife of 49 years to the late Richard E. Tauber, Sr. She was preceded in death by her husband Richard, brother Michael Olexa, Jr., sisters Anna Suhoski, Helen Dandar, and Mary Marciniec, and good friend Falco Sciulli. Dolly was a member of the former St. Angela Merici Church in White Oak as well as their Ladies of Charity. She was also a member of the Catholic Daughters of the Americas where she served as financial secretary. Dolly was also a past volunteer at Kane Regional of McKeesport, Auberle, McKeesport Hospital, McKeesport Meals on Wheels, and Palms Nursing Home. She enjoyed traveling, line dancing, crossword and jigsaw puzzles, as well as displaying a love for life in general. Dolly was previously employed by Dr. Carmine Durzo as an Orthodontic Assistant and Marraccini’s Supermarket in White Oak as a clerk. She is survived by her son Richard Tauber, Jr. of White Oak, Tim (Maggie) Tauber of Elizabeth Township, and daughter Judy (Bruce) Frost of Redondo Beach, California. Dolly is further survived by grandchildren Ivy (Christian) Tauber Godoy, Alder Herforth, Tara (Chris) Clark, Justin Tauber, and Daria (Jeremy) Matcho. Additional survivors include great-grandchildren Kael and Willow Herforth, Levi and Lily Clark, and Sioux Marchisio. Arrangements have been entrusted to S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. A repast and mass will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Mary, Mother of God parish located at 1640 Fawcett St., White Oak, PA 15131. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
A funeral mass has been scheduled for Wednesday, July 13, 2022, at 10 am, taking place at St. Angela's Church at 1640 Fawcett Ave, White Oak, PA 15131. Interment will occur later at St. Hedwig's Cemetery.
June 24, 2022 |
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Christopher Thomas Lamb, 60 of Glassport, passed away on Sunday, June 19, 2022, at his home. He was born in Pittsburgh on June 11, 1962, to Judith G. (Hileman) and the late Thomas R. Lamb, Jr. Chris was the loving partner of 25 years to Judy Whyel, also of Glassport. He is survived by his mother Judith Lamb of Buckeye, AZ, brothers Scott (Cheri) Lamb of Escondido, CA, and Thomas R. (Heather) Lamb III of Phoenix, AZ, and sister Shannon Mora of Phoenix, AZ. Further survivors include his loving partner Judy Whyel, her children Laura and Lynn, and grandchildren Nick and Marissa. He is further survived by nieces Megan Mora of San Francisco, CA, and Madison Lamb of Phoenix, AZ, as well as nephew Joshua Lamb of Phoenix, AZ. As a young man, Chris excelled at many sports but found a passion in motocross racing. He will be truly missed by those who love him. 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
June 14, 2022 |
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David Daniel “Frost” Foster, 49 of Clairton, formerly of McKeesport, passed away on Tuesday, June 14th, 2022, at Canterbury Place. He was born in McKeesport on March 27, 1973, to the late David Daniel Pryor and Cynthia Louise (Foster) Kelley. He is survived by his daughter Brittany L. Foster of Clairton as well as his sons Colton David and Clayton Daniel. Further survivors include brothers Eric C. Foster of Pittsburgh and Adam J. Kelley of Clairton, stepfather Howard Kelley of Clairton as well as his past partner Dawn R. Anderson of Clairton. He is further survived by his nieces and nephews. David was preceded in death by his grandparents Dorothy and John Foster.
He enjoyed fishing, video games, listening to music (especially Metallica), and spending time with his family. He was employed by Water Ways, testing hoses for fire companies.
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June 04, 2022 |
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Cheryl "Lynnie" Rimsky, 66, a lifelong resident of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Friday, June 3, 2022 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born in McKeesport on August 30, 1955 to the late Harvey and Margaret Gilbert. Cheryl was the loving wife of twelve years to William H. Bickerton. She is survived by her sons, John F. (Tara) Rimsky Jr., of Jefferson Hills, Joseph M. (Kimberly) Rimsky, of West Elizabeth, step-daughter, Jennifer Bickerton, of Springhill, Florida, sisters, Lola Dupin, of McKeesport, Fran Lickert, of Elizabeth, June (Gary) Bickerton, of Jefferson Hills, Sharon (Anthony) Giansante, of Hudson, Florida, Ellen Williams, of Elizabeth, Sherry (Rob) Shuba, of West Mifflin, brothers Dale (Marianne) Gilbert, of Elizabeth, Harvey Gilbert, of Glassport and grandchildren, Joey, Ashley, Johnny and Emily, many nieces and nephews and her loving dog Rusty. Cheryl was preceded in death by her first husband, John F Rimsky, Sr., and siblings Tina Anderson, Larry Gilbert and Wilma Williams, and her dog JoJo. Cheryl worked for the West Jefferson Hills School District in custodial maintenance, and known to be a workaholic. She enjoyed watching and supporting her grandchildren at all of their activities. She also enjoyed having her family over for Sunday dinners. Family and friends will be received on Tuesday, June 7, 2022 from 2:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. and 6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. A service will follow at the funeral home at 8:00 P.M., presided by Rev. Brent Furlong. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
