December 10, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Aileen F. Lewis , 97 of North Huntingdon died December 10, 2023 at the William Penn Care Center. She was born July 1, 1926 in North Huntingdon, a daughter of the late John and Florence Hufand Herold. Prior to her retirement, she was employed by Jacktown Hotel and Jacktown Ride & Hunt Club. Aileen was a loving wife, daughter and devoted mother. She loved spending time with her family. She was also employed as a school crossing guard and loved camping with her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband John "Jack" Lewis in 1987, a son, Dennis Lewis, brothers, Robert, Edmond and John Herold, sisters, Althea Dick, Anita Dias, and Alice Spahr. She is survived by her sons Dana Lewis (Susan), Donnie Lewis (Debra),David Lewis (Cathy), two daughters, Denise Cole (Tom), Debbie Hardy (Bob), daughter-in-law, Regina Lewis, grandchildren, Shelly Swartz, Shawn Lewis, Victoria Hillier, Randy Fischer, Bruce Hamilton, Eric Hamilton, Adam Lewis, Ryan Lewis, Brianna Lewis, Emily Hardy, Rachel Ramsey, Carrie Hardy, Chad Lewis, Drew Lewis, and Ailleen Stanish, several great grandchildren. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Wednesday from 2-4, 6-8. A funeral service will be held Thursday at 10a.m. in the funeral home chapel.
December 10, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
George Kenneth Yurcisin, age 82 of Adamsburg, passed away on December 9, 2023 at his home. He was born April 27, 1941 in Greensburg, a son of the late George and Kathryn Yacenich Yurcisin. Prior to his retirement, Ken was employed for 30 years as a chef at the Holiday House, and was the former food instructor for the State of Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. He also served as an Adamsburg Police Officer. Ken enjoyed collecting model railroad trains and was an avid sports enthusiast. He is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years, Carol (Hill) Yurcisin, his three sons Kenneth (Amy), Kevin, and Kary (Pam), grandchildren Melanie Demorest (Rob), Tori Bartlow (Dustin), Alyssa, Tyler, Aaron (Samantha) and Ryan Yurcisin, great grandchildren Brock, Declan, Axel, Easton, and Kruz. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA on Wednesday 2-4 & 6-8PM. A funeral service will be held Thursday at 11AM in the funeral home chapel followed by interment in St. Michaels Cemetery. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
December 07, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Harry P. Bruno, age 79 of North Huntingdon died peacefully December 7, 2023 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born July 4, 1944 in Adderly Pa, a son of the late Cheno and Frances Bolk Bruno. Harry was a member of St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon. Prior to his retirement he was employed by Strick Corporation as a trailer salesman for over 35 years. He was a loving grandfather, devoted to his family. He was a veteran of Vietnam having proudly served in the U.S. Army. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife JoAnn Tucci Bruno. He is survived by one son, Jeffrey, one daughter Kim Heflin, a sister Lorraine Pollock, 5 grandchildren, Elizabeth, Anthony Madison, Jacquelyn, and Mikayla, significant other Diane Holder, and his extended Tucci family. Friends will be received Sunday 1-7 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A funeral mass will be held on Monday at 10 a.m. at St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon, Pa. Interment will be held at St. Joseph Cemetery at a later date. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
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December 04, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Sara J. Cross, 96 of North Huntingdon died December 3, 2023. Services will be private. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
December 04, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Larry J. Delverne, age 64, of North Huntingdon died December 2, 2023 at his home. He was born November 25, 1959 in Long Island, New York a son of the late Lawrence and Elizabeth Delverne. Prior to his retirement, he was the owner of Subs & More and Belly Busters in Lower Burrell. He loved to gamble, collect vintage cars, and share old stories. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Marjorie Grempel, three brothers, Vinnie, Michael and Clay "Winkie". He is survived by his wife Amy Smith Delverne, daughters, Georgina Grempel and Cora Coles (Robert), sons, Larry Delverne (Hailey), Josh Klingensmith, Shane Klingensmith, and Ryan Klingensmith, Christopher Grempel, Leslie Grempel, Catherine Grempel. 9 grandchildren and a sister, Donna Delverne. There will be no visitation, Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com . Memorials may be made to the family. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
December 01, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Mayra Leonor Luna, 69, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, November 30, 2023 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. She was born September 28, 1954 in Guatemala City, Guatamala, daughter of the late Tomas and Maria Leonor (Avila) Aquino. Mayra was a teacher for Seton Hill Day Care and a real estate agent for ERA Real Estate. She was a member of St. Agnes Parish and enjoyed knitting and was a history buff of WWII. She is survived by her husband, Dr. Alvaro Luna; sons, Alvaro E. (Edna), Dr. Esteban, (Kim); daughter, Vivian Winham (Darren); brother, Edgar Tomas Aquino; sister, Ana Lilia Luna (Alejandro); grandchildren, Jasmine Margarita and Catalina Margarita Winham, Alvaro Valentino, Mia Isabella and Lucia Olivia. There will be no visitation. A Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, December 2, 2023 at 10 a.m. in St. Agnes Church. Donations may be made to the family thru the funeral home website. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
December 01, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Frances Joyce Hochard, 96, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, December 1, 2023 at Redstone Highlands, Greensburg. She was born February 13, 1927 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Walter J. and Henrietta (Woolley) Wearer. Prior to her retirement, Joyce was a secretary for the Norwin School District Administration. She was a world traveler, enjoyed interior design, taking home and garden tours and was the first resident to move into Redstone Highlands, North Huntingdon. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert H. Hochard. She is survived by her daughter, Jacqueline Joyce Hochard-Irwin. There will be no visitation. Memorials may be made to the R.N.H. Activities Fund, Redstone Highlands,
12921 Redstone Drive, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
November 28, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Richard A. Gorentz, 89, of Irwin, passed away Saturday, November 25, 2023 at St. Anne Home, Greensburg. He was born April 1, 1934 in Herminie, a son of the late Alvin and Mary (Cerne) Gorentz. Prior to his retirement, Richard was a machinist then promoted to inspector and worked in that trade for over 30 years. He was a member of St. Edward Catholic Church, Herminie, a veteran of the US Army 82nd Airborne Division having served during the Korean War and a member of the American Legion. In his free time when he wasn't fixing something, he liked to dance, fish, travel and spend time with his friend, Barbara Dunlap. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Amelia Ann Gorentz. He is survived by his daughters, Jacquelyn Sayers (Calvin), Leslie DeRosa (Jerry), Amy Sartori (Randall); brother, George Gorentz; sister, Flora Gorentz; grandchildren Clair, Nathan, Marisa, Calvin C., Sean and Ashley; great-grandchildren, Kailyn, Ethan, Taylor, Anthony and Hank. Friends will be received from 3-7 p.m. on Thursday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Friday at 12 p.m. at St. Edward Church, Herminie. Interment to follow in Westmoreland Co. Memorial Park, Greensburg. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
November 27, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Robert G. Fontanese, 71, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, November 25, 2023 at UPMC East, Monroeville. He was born March 1, 1952 in Braddock, a son of the late Robert H. and Theresa (Schorr) Fontanese. Prior to his retirement, Robert worked as a machinist for Nuclear Automation and as an autoworker for GM. He was a graduate of Norwin Sr. High School Class of '70 and a member of St. Agnes Church. He was an avid Pittsburgh sports team fan, loved boating and enjoyed spending time with his family and attending his grandchildren's sporting events. He is survived by his wife, Diana (Kelley) Fontanese; daughters, Nicole Baker (Michael), Christi Simpson (Michael), sister, Sharon Bartolotta; grandchildren, Alexa Baker, Sloan Robert Simpson and Kai Simpson. Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday at James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday at 9 a.m. in St. Agnes Church. Interment to follow in Westmoreland Co. Memorial Park, Greensburg. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, Pittsburgh. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
November 24, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Jonna Nabuda, 78, of Irwin, born July 16, 1945, passed away Friday, November 24, 2023. Prior to her retirement, Jonna was a dental receptionist and enjoyed shopping and was very passionate in helping with dog rescues. She is survived by her longtime family and friends. Services are private. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
November 24, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Donna Jean Churilla, 81, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, November 24, 2023 at Walden's View, North Huntingdon. She was born December 12, 1941 in Pittsburgh. Donna was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew J. Churilla. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Paula Polovina; and three nieces. There will be no visitation and burial will be private in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
November 24, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Sally R. West, 86, of Manassas, VA, formerly of Dormont, passed away Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at Forbes Regional Hospital. She was born January 30, 1937 in Carrick, a daughter of the late Howard Merrill and Mary (Michaliszyn) Rowlands. Prior to her retirement, Sally was an operating room tech and enjoyed sewing, reading and playing cards at the senior center. She was preceded in death by her son, Lloyd West, and brother, Howard Merrill Rowlands Jr. She is survived by her daughters, Regina Curry (William), Sharen Saunders (Dale); sister-in-law, Mary Lou Rowlands; grandchildren, Teri Saunders, Tanner Curry and Riley Curry. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will held at a later date. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
November 20, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Joan D. Kowalski, 81, of Rillton, passed away Monday, November 20, 2023 at her home. She was born May 18, 1941 in Pittsburgh. Prior to her retirement, Joan was a cashier for Giant Eagle. Joan enjoyed country music. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Kowalski. She is survived by her sons Dan and Steve, one daughter Dawna Macioce and her husband Rick, 5 grandchildren, Patsy, Danielle, Madison, Seth and Travis. Services will be private. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, North Huntingdon in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
November 20, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Darrell J. Powell, 55, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, November 19, 2023 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. He was born July 27, 1968 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Charles and Violet (Causer) Powell. Darrell was a graduate of Norwin Sr. High School Class of '87 and enjoyed fishing, working on cars and model trains. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Gary, Brian and Charles. He is survived by his sons, Phillip and Kristopher; daughter, Stephanie Long and her husband, Alex; brother, Dwayne Powell; sister, Sharon Powell; and numerous nieces and nephews. There will be no visitation or service. Memorials may be made to the Powell family c/o: Sharon.
November 18, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Vincent F. D'Angelo, 88, of North Huntingdon, formerly of North Braddock, passed away Friday, November 17, 2023 at Transitions Health Care Center. Vincent, known as Vinny or Mr. D., was born August 11, 1935 in Braddock, a son of the late James and Angeline D'Angelo, both originally from Palermo, Cicily. Vinny was the youngest of six children, Leo, Josephine, Nick, Tony and Angie. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Rose Marie Bozic D'Angelo; children, Kevin (Gina) D'Angelo of Fenwick Island, DE; and Kim (Lou) Nedz of North Huntingdon. Vinny has three wonderful grandchildren, Gabriella D'Angelo of Rockville, MD, Anjelika Nedz of Elizabeth, PA and Joseph Nedz of Blawnox, PA. He has four furry grand animals, Benjamin, Rodi (aka. Kitty), Princess and Sunny. He has 12 nieces and nephews, and 15 great nieces and nephews. Not only did Vinny have a love for his family and pets, he also had a love of cars. He would work on anyone's car if asked. He was right there with his pan of tools. He taught his kids, son-in-law and grandson the basic repairs of cars. He loved playing ball with his kids, their friends and nieces and nephews; football, baseball and basketball. He loved being with his grandchildren and spending time with them. Anytime there was a pick-up game happening either in a family member's yard or on the front street, he was there. He loved being involved in his son Kevin's football games while Kevin was in high school. He was right there on the sidelines with the coaches. He tried to be at all the Semi-Pro football games as well. Vinny was a wonderful husband to Rose (Cookie). He was a great provider too. He loved his family greatly. Vinny was proud to be a Marine and served as a prison guard while in the service. Vinny will be missed by all who knew and loved him. There will be no visitation or service. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
