BobbiJo Bernadowski-Bickerton

April 03, 2024 |

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BobbiJo Bernadowski-Bickerton, 55, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2024, in her home after a three-year battle with cancer. She was born in the winter of 1968, in Washington, PA, to Frank (Bernie) and the late MaryGrace Bernadowski. She spent her early years in California, PA and later called Virginia and Pennsylvania home.

BobbiJo was a beacon of light in our lives, always ready to lend a helping hand and offer unwavering support to those in need. Originally from California, PA, BobbiJo touched the hearts of everyone she met with her kindness, warmth, and infectious smile. Her strength and courage throughout her illness inspired all who knew her, earning her the title of a true warrior. She is now reunited in eternal peace with her beloved mother, whom BobbiJo adored dearly. Though she may no longer be with us in person, her spirit will forever live on in our hearts, and her legacy of love and compassion will continue to guide us. She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Henry William Bonadio

April 02, 2024 |

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Henry William Bonadio, 87, of Elizabeth Township, passed away peacefully on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024.  He was born on August 23, 1936 in Vanderbilt and was the son of the late Joseph and Mary (Pepe) Bonadio.  Hank was a 1955 Graduate of Glassport High School, where he met his loving wife of 55 years, Linda Gail (Shuster) who passed in March 2015.  Hank served in the Army National Guard and worked for the McKeesport Daily News.  He moved into Grocery Retail Sales with Tenser, Phipps & Leeper and soon after, got an opportunity to do wholesale work with Nestle Candy.  He soon became the head of HBA/Candy at Atlas Sales.  His biggest opportunity came when the market was starting to talk about new business ventures called “convenience stores”.  Hank would become one of the top producers selling “Slim Jim” meat snacks for GoodMark Foods.  He was affectionately called “Slim Jim Hank”.  Hank was named Candy Ambassador of the Year in 1985 and four years later, inducted into the Candy Hall of Fame in Hershey, PA.  He was a past president and board member of the Pittsburgh Candy Club, and in 1989, started the annual Halloween Candy Distribution to patients at Pittsburgh’s Children’s Hospital.  Hank had a natural gift to sell, and every customer quickly became a friend.  After retiring from his sales career in 1998, he devoted more time to the family business, R-Place Restaurant, Catering and Bakery in Elizabeth Township.

Daniel Mickey Nicora

March 29, 2024 |

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Daniel Mickey Nicora, 80, of Boston, passed away Thursday, March 28, 2024. He was born April 21, 1943 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Peter and Mary (Gavrus) Nicora. He was retired from CPI Industries in Christy Park. Daniel was a hard working and honest man. He loved his family very much, especially his children and grandchildren and enjoyed the many trips that they took together. 

Frank N. Zic

March 25, 2024 |

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Frank N. Zic, 94, of Scottdale, formerly of White Oak, passed peacefully on March 20, 2024. He was born December 15, 1929 in Wilson, he was the son of the late Frank and Anna Fodor Zic.  He was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish- St. Patrick Church, in Christy Park. Mr. Zic participated in R.O.T.C. training while at Duquesne University and graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a B.B.S. in Electrical Engineering. As a lifelong employee of US Steel Clairton Works, he held various positions including General Foreman in the Maintenance and Utility Department specializing in high voltage and instrumentation, a relief Superintendent of Utilities, and Division Engineer of Maintenance and Utilities. He also headed up Air and Water pollution testing in the Mon Valley plants before retiring from the Duquesne Works Central Dispatching Office. In retirement he was a past member of Mount Vernon AARP and National AARP; past President and Vice President of the Clairton Works Maintenane and Utilities Supervisor Social club; past President, Vice President and Tour Director of The Elizabeth Twp. Senior Citizens; member of Renzie Park Seniors; Boston Commons Life Span, and participated in the UPMC  “Center for Healthy Aging Program.”  He was co-owner of the E-Z Needlecraft Shop in Boston, worked for the McKeesport Food Bank and did dedicated work with the Elizabeth Twp. Meals on Wheels. He was an avid hunter, bowler, and golfer.

Annette Malanowsky

March 21, 2024 |

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Denise Louise Reynolds

March 20, 2024 |

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Denise Louise Reynolds, 69, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Tuesday, March 19, 2024. She was born October 13, 1954 in McKeesport and was the daughter of Marcella (Soubeyrand) Miller of Elizabeth Township and the late Rudolph Perisich. She was the wife of the the late Gary Wayne Reynolds who passed away October 17, 2017,  Denise attended the Bible Fellowship Community Church of West Newton and was a 1972 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School. She was a Flight Attendant for over 30 years and had retired from American Airlines. She had previously worked for the former US Air and Piedmont Airlines. Before becoming a Flight Attendant, Denise was a Veterinary Technician. 

Keith Peter Scharding

March 18, 2024 |

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Keith Peter Scharding, 72, passed away peacefully at UPMC Mercy Hospital on Wednesday, March 13, 2024. He was born October 2, 1951 in Pittsburgh and was the son of the late Richard and Natalie (Topkins) Scharding. Keith graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a degree in Environmental Studies. Keith had a lifelong interest in Philosophy and Religion and is the author of a book; Historical Insights into the New Millennia. He is survived by a daughter, Tobey;  brother, Stephen; 2 granddaughters; a niece and two nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, David. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 1:00 pm at The Temple B’nai Israel Cemetery, 770 Center St, McKeesport (Versailles Boro), PA 15132. The Rabbi Howie Stein, will be officiating.  Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 1638 Lincoln Way, White Oak (412) 672-6322 Troy J. Gilbert, Director.  Condolences may be made at GilbertFuneralHomeandCrematory.com

John Charles Callahan

March 16, 2024 |

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John Charles Callahan, 81, of Versailles, passed away Friday, March 15, 2024. He was born May 26, 1942 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Celestine "Chuck" and Agnes (Pipp) Callahan. John retired from ELG (Steelmet) after 30 years of service and was a US Marine Corps Veteran serving during the Vietnam War. He was always quick with a joke and was loved by all who knew him. He loved his family and friends and was very proud of his children. He was a avid Steeler fan and enjoyed watching Westerns. John was a member of the White Oak American Legion. 

Judith Lynn "Judy" D'Appollonio

March 16, 2024 |

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Judith Lynn "Judy" D'Appollonio, 84, of Port Vue, passed away Thursday, March 14, 2024. She was born September 18, 1939 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Salvatore "Sam" and Corrine "Helen" (Doratio) DePiero. Judy worked many years as a Certified Nursing Assistant for US Homecare, Forbes Hospital and Kane Regional. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ in Glassport and later in Monongahela.

Lois M. Martin

March 15, 2024 |

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Lois M. Martin, 102, formerly of Mount Vernon, passed away on March 3, 2024 in Appleton, Wisconsin.  Born in Boston, Pennsylvania on June 16, 1921, she was the daughter of the late Martin K. and Mary Alice Frederick (nee Spiker).  Her husband, Jack E. Martin, preceded her in death in 1999. Lois attended schools in Versailles and McKeesport before working for Brenner Photo Supply in McKeesport.  She also received photography training at the Eastman Kodak Company located in Rochester, New York.  Lois enjoyed backyard bird watching, gardening, and delighting in her flowering dogwood trees.  She also loved to dabble in several crafts.  Lois would often send her creations to family members who never knew what they would find in the boxes, but never doubted they were made from and sent with her unconditional love.

Eleanor M. Zic

March 15, 2024 |

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Eleanor Marie Konick Pelletier Zic of Scottdale, formerly of White Oak, passed peacefully on March 12, 2024. Born in Farrell, PA March 31, 1935, she was the daughter of the late Nicholas and Barbara Krivach Konick. She was the wife of  Frank N. Zic. She was a member of the St. Patrick Parish in Christy Park. She graduated from the Rankin School System in 1953. She was employed by Jaison’s in McKeesport and was a private secretary to a Vice-President of Mellon Bank in Pittsburgh. Past member of Mount Vernon AARP and the National AARP. Member and Tour Director of the Elizabeth Twp. Senior Citizens, member of the Croatian Lodge #146, member and kitchen chairperson of the Pensioner’s Club, and member of the Renzie Park Seniors, Boston Commons Life Span, and participated in the UPMC “Center for Healthy Aging” program. Co-owner of the E-Z Needlecraft Shop in Boston. A longtime member of the American Sewing Guild. Performed many charitable works for the Cancer Society, Kane Hospital in McKeesport, the Norman Schwarzkopf Child Center in Florida, and the Peace Lutheran Church in Greenock. She did dedicated work with the Elizabeth Twp. Meals on Wheels, where she worked in the kitchen, delivered meals, and contributed much of her handiwork to her clients. She enjoyed working with the computer.

Kevin Howard "Cougar" Klein

March 09, 2024 |

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Kevin Howard "Cougar" Klein, 64, of Butler, formerly Port Vue, passed away Thursday March 7, 2024. He was born September 23, 1959 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Curtis H. and Flora Evelyn (Castro) Klein. Kevin was a 1977 graduate of South Allegheny High School where he was a Big Ten Conference football champion his senior year. He was a graduate of Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Magna Cum Laude with High Honors where he received a Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems, and a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling. He was a proud Marine, receiving the Meritorious Captains Mast Award for service above the call of duty on three occasions, and foreign service being a full year in Kyoto, Japan. He was an Agent for Erie Insurance Group and later a Counselor and Recreation Therapist for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, spending time helping veterans all over Wyoming and Pennsylvania. Kevin was also involved with Project Healing Waters and Toys for Tots with his lifetime service to his fellow countrymen. In his younger days, he was a Boy Scout and played the guitar. He also was a player and coach with Port Vue Athletic Association, went on a Mission Trip to Romania with First Free Evangelical Church, as well as being an avid sportsman, hunter and fisherman.

Patricia Ann “Trish” (Topper) Antonella

March 08, 2024 |

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Patricia Ann “Trish” (Topper) Antonella, 76, of Elizabeth Township, PA, passed away surrounded by family in her home on February 19, 2024.  She was born on March 30, 1947, in McKeesport, PA. 

Ralph Warren Hoffman

March 06, 2024 |

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Ralph Warren Hoffman, 81, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 16, 1942 in Pittsburgh, PA  and was the son of the late Robert Jay Hoffman, Sr. and Mary Russell Purdon (McCaw) Hoffman.  Ralph was a US ARMY Veteran and served from 1964 to 1970, during the Vietnam Era and also the Dominican Civil War of 1965.  After obtaining his associates degree, he worked in accounting for many years and would go on to work in information technology for The Educational Management Corporation.  Ralph was a member of The Mount Vernon Community Presbyterian Church. He was also a model train enthusiast and a member of the Elizabeth Township Historical Society and The Elizabeth Township Senior Citizens.  He will be greatly missed.

Roberta Sinclair

March 04, 2024 |

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Roberta Sinclair, 80, of Hidden Valley, formerly of Elizabeth Township, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, March 2, 2024. She was born September 30, 1943 in Pittsburgh and was the daughter of the late Joseph R. and Edna M. (Thearle) Sinclair. Roberta graduated high school from Divine Redeemer Academy in 1961. She received her BS in Education and Mathematics from Duquesne University in 1970 and her master’s in Mathematics from Villanova University in 1978.  She attended continuing education at both Duquesne and Chatham College participating in the Women in Science Program. Roberta taught at Divine Redeemer Academy from 1965-1970, Mon Yough Catholic 1970-1972 and Serra Catholic 1972-1991.  She also taught for the University of Pittsburgh in their College in High School Program from 1981-1991.  She also worked at Mobay Chemical in their Professional Engineering Program. She taught mainly Mathematics and Chemistry curriculums but also held many other titles and positions while working at Serra HS.  These include Dean of Studies, Chairman of Academic Council, Chairman of Middle States Steering Committee and member of Admissions Board. She judged many science fairs in the Pittsburgh area for the Junior Academy of Science as well as mentoring numerous students with their projects. She received many awards for teaching excellence over the years including the Women in Engineering Mentorship Educator Award from Penn State University.  Her greatest awards and rewards however came from her former students who credited her for their successes in life. In retirement she loved doing crosswords, sudoku and playing pinochle-she was queen no one could beat her. When asked what her hobbies were, one can only say that she spent her time helping others with whatever they needed. She helped family, friends and strangers alike. She will be greatly missed.