March 16, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Patricia "Patty" Yvonne Hardman, 62, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, March 15, 2023. She was born November 28, 1960 in Turtle Creek, a daughter of the late George E. and Dorothy L. Hardman. Patty was a graduate of Norwin Sr. High School Class of '79 and attended Business Careers Institute WWC (Banking) and the Hawaiian University for accounting. She worked in the banking industry for many years and later was a caregiver for her parents. She enjoyed living in Hawaii, was passionate in serving others and had a strong faith in the Lord. She is survived by her friend, Rosanne Zezza Slates; several nieces and nephews; and a close circle of girlfriends. Patty had compassion and faith. She would help forward and used her gifts to serve and care for others. “Well done good and faithful servant.” A celebration of life will be held at Moments Event Center (behind James W. Shirley Funeral Home), Friday, March 24, 2023 from 6-8 p.m. for prayer, music and fellowship. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
March 16, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Dave Manns, son of Joseph and Emma (Laban) Manns, passed on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at Forbes Regional Hospital. He was the "love of her life" to Elaine (Leshnock) Manns for 60 years. They were always seen holding hands. He is survived by his sons, David J., Jeffrey J., Jason S. (Amy) and Keith (Nicole); brother, Leonard (Jackie) Manns; sisters, Jo Marie (Bob) Wozniak, Judi (Gerry) Hoover; and step granddaughter, Maddie. Dave was a veteran of the US Army and worked for the US Postal Service for 46 years walking many miles delivering mail. He made many friends there with his bubbling personality. Dave loved to read and really enjoyed music, especially the "oldies" and singing along with them. Visitations will be private. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association in memory of Dave. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
March 09, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
William M. Halas, 90, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at UPMC East Hospital. He was born May 5, 1932 in Duquesne, a son of the late Michael and Mary (Andre) Halas. Prior to his retirement, Bill was scheduler for US Steel, Christy Park Works and later worked for Extrude Hone in the maintenance department. Bill was a veteran of the US Army and a member the First Evangelical Free Church, McKeesport. He was a lifelong carpenter and a devoted husband, father and grandfather. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Frank and sister, Helen Kametz. He is survived by his wife, Dolores E. (Jacob) Halas; sons, Scott and his wife, Lisa, Mark; sister-in-law, Carolyn Halas; grandchildren, Brandon (Susi) Halas and Danielle (William) Boger; great-grandchildren, Oliver and Benjamin Halas. Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. on Sunday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will take place on Monday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment will be private in Long Run Cemetery. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
March 08, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Marsha A. Leader, 76, of North Huntingdon, passed away Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. She was born May 12, 1946 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late David and Helen (Stuno) Malamisuro. Prior to her retirement, Marsha was a secretary for the Westmoreland County Blind Association and Penn State University. She enjoyed working puzzles, playing card games and Trivial Pursuit, going out to dinner with her family and taking trips to the beach. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John B. Leader; and brother, James. She is survived by her daughters, Michelle Thornton and her husband, Derek, Jennifer Ludwig and her husband, Erik; grandchildren, Savanna, Sierra and Samson. A memorial service will take place at 1 p.m. on Sunday, March 26, 2023 at James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Westmoreland County Blind Association or the American Cancer Society. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
March 08, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Patrick A. Saxman, 53, of Claridge, formerly of North Huntingdon, passed away Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at Forbes Regional Hospital. He was born February 8, 1970 in Wilkinsburg, a son of Wayne Saxman and the late Diana E. Stiles. Patrick worked for Hoy Construction and enjoyed vintage cars and going to estate sales. He is survived by his brother, Erik Saxman; uncles, Vince, Brian, Mark; girlfriend, Kim Harshberger; and good friend Tony. A celebration of life will take place on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 from 12-2 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
March 07, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Bernadine M. Petras, 84, of N. Huntingdon passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, at Forbes Hospital. She was born July 7, 1938, in the Lawrenceburg neighborhood of Pittsburgh, the eldest daughter of John Andrasko Sr. and Margaret (Krall) Andrasko. She lived with her family in Wall until she married her husband Joe of 67 years on October 1, 1955, and soon moved to N. Huntingdon. Bernie enjoyed a lifetime of being a talented seamstress and a particularly accomplished cake and pastry baker. She enjoyed every opportunity to listen and dance to polka music. Bernie was a lifelong member of St. Agnes Parish. She is survived by her husband Joe, sons John (Jennifer), Bill (Diane), Bob (Marianne) and Barry (Amy) along with eight grandchildren and one great-grandson. Bernie was preceded in death by her parents and her siblings, John Andrasko Jr. and Ron Andrasko and sister Dorothy Bianchi. Bernie has requested a private service followed by an interment at Good Shepherd Cemetery in Monroeville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Norwin Area Meals On Wheels. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
March 07, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Randy Louis Lappa, 40, of North Huntingdon passed away Sunday, March 5, 2023. He was born August 22, 1982 in McKeesport, a son of Randy and Mary (Szegedy) Lappa. Randy was a graduate of Norwin Sr. High School Class of 2001 and enjoyed playing computer games. He was preceded in death by his nephew, Klye Lappa. Randy is survived by his sister, Dawn Lappa; niece, Alexandra; nephew, Blake; and numerous aunts and uncles. Friends will be received from 4-8 p.m. Sunday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A memorial mass will be celebrated at a later date. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
March 07, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Kyle A. Lappa, 29, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, March 5, 2023. He was born February 5, 1994 in Pittsburgh, a son of Dawn Lappa. Kyle was a graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School Class of 2012 and was a chef for Cenacolo Restaurant. He enjoyed skateboarding, playing the guitar, writing music, reading and hiking. He was preceded in death by his uncle, Randy Lappa. Kyle is survived by his maternal grandparents, Randy and Mary Lappa; brother, Blake; and sister, Alexandra Lappa. Friends will be received from 4-8 p.m. on Sunday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
March 05, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Lewis C. Amicone II, 75, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, March 3, 2023 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. He was born December 2, 1947 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Lewis and Anna (Iarussi) Amicone. Prior to his retirement, Lew was a salesman for Penn Lincoln Memorial Park and Striffler's Funeral Home. He was a graduate of Norwin Sr. High School and a veteran of the US Navy stationed on board the USS America (CV66) during the Vietnam Era. He enjoyed going to car shows, swap meets, tinkering in his garage and target shooting. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Susan J. Potter Amicone. He is survived by his sons, Lewis and his wife, Susie, Eric (Derdra); grandchildren, Sean, Scott, Nathan, Lily, Emma, Deric and Samuel. Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. on Friday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will take place on Saturday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment to follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Father's Heart Ministries. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
February 28, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Shirley Anna Mae (Gutc) Deak, 90, of North Huntingdon, passed away Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at Walden’s View of North Huntingdon. Shirley was born on March 4, 1932 in Cuddy, Pa., daughter of the late Zigmund and Nellie (Walters) Gutc. Shirley was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Donald D. Deak. She is survived by her two daughters, Sandra Deak and her husband Rob Simon of Chestertown, NY and Beverly Deak and her husband Mark E. Abrams of Los Angeles, CA; and granddaughter, Heather Abrams of Conway, SC. Funeral service and interment are private. Please consider a donation to Anova Hospice and Palliative Care of Pittsburgh in memory of Shirley. Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
February 26, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Virginia "Ginger" A. Flynn, age 83 of Penn Township, formerly of North Huntingdon died February 26, 2023. She was born July 9, 1939 in McKeesport, Pa., a daughter of the late William and Agnes Altmiller. Virginia was a member of St. Barbara's Church, Harrison City. She was a girl scout leader, trail monitor at the Yough River bike trail and a member of the Norwin Band Aides. Prior to her retirement, she was employed by Cleveland Price. She was preceded in death by her husband James in 2016, three brothers, Robert Altmiller, William and David Baker. She is survived by her daughter, Marianne Saber (Bruce); two sons, Michael Flynn and James Flynn (Laura); brother, Charles Baker (Cathy); sister-in-law, Cam Baker; 4 grandchildren, Daniel (Becky), Tim , Trevor and Shane Flynn; and great-grandchild, Rory. A memorial mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in St. Barbara Church, Harrison City followed by a celebration of life luncheon at Will Onita's. Memorials may be made to Meals on Wheels. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
February 26, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
David C. Messinger, age 90 of North Huntingdon died February 26, 2023 at Riverside Care Center. He was born August 20, 1932 in Mckeesport, Pa., a son of the late Charles and Elizabeth Simons Messinger. Prior to his retirement, David was employed as a pipe fitter by Firth Sterling. He was a lifteime member of the White Oak American Legion, VFW, Italian Miners Society and the Guffy Club. David served our country during the Korean War. He was preceded in death by his son, Jay and one brother Roy. He is survived by his son Charles , brother William (Vivian). Services and interment will be private. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
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February 24, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Cecelia Maier, 91, of Murrysville, passed away Friday, February 24, 2023. She was born, November 22, 1931 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Andrew and Anna (Tarasovic) Boldy. Cecelia was a member of the Assembly of God Church, Monroeville. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Maier; brothers, Vincent (Louise) Boldy, Francis (Dorothy) Boldy; sister, Gabriella (Anton) Janosek; and grandson, Samuel Eldred. She is survived by her son, Tim Maier and his wife, Karen; daughter, Patti Eldred; brother, William Boldy (and the late Mildred Boldy); sister, Henrietta (Francis) Popyack; loving grandmother to, Adam (Daphnna) Eldred, Leah Jimenez, Robert (Haley) Maier, Jenna Eldred, Daniel (Gianna) Maier, Nathaniel Eldred; and 11 great-grandchildren; 4 nieces and nephews, Deb (Jack) Vozel, Bill Boldy, Beth (Vince) Mignogna, and Denise (the late Nathan) Janosek. Friends will be received from 2-7 p.m. Sunday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will take place Monday in the funeral home chapel at 11 a.m. Interment will follow in Allegheny County Memorial Park, Allison Park, PA. Donations may be made to Sheep Inc. Health Care Center, 11817 Frankstown Road, Penn Hills, PA 15235 in memory of Cecelia. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
February 23, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
James T. Lord, 94 of North Versailles died February 23, 2023 at Walden's View, North Huntingdon. He was born June 16, 1928 in Buena Vista, Pa., a son of the late William and Susana Heholt Lord. Jim was a member of Miller United Methodist Church where he served as a trustee. Prior to his retirement, he was employed by U.S. Steel , National Tube Works. He enjoyed crafts, fishing and was a veteran of the United States Navy. He was preceded in death by his wife Phyliss, a brother, William Lord, and a sister Alfertia Koyp. He is survived by a nephew Paul Koyp. Visitation will take place Sunday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Sunday 11a.m. -1 p.m. with a service to follow at 1:00 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment Monday at 9 a.m. at the Mt Vernon Cemetery. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
February 18, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Theodore J. Marefka, age 87 of North Huntingdon died February 17, 2023, at Excela Health Westmoreland. He was born March 30, 1935, in Claridge, Pa. Theodore retired from Westinghouse Electric where he was employed as a draftsman. He later worked for EME (Electrical Mechanical Engineering). He enjoyed trips to both Deep Creek and Gettysburg and enjoyed attending the city of Pittsburgh events. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Theodore was President of the Blue Room in Claridge, enjoyed fishing with his friend Jerry, an avid Steeler fan and golfed in various area leagues. He was preceded in death by his first wife Dorothy Marefka who was originally from Level Green, and one brother John. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Dufalla Marefka, his daughter, Nicole Marefka, a brother Robert and his wife Roberta and many cousins. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Wednesday 2-4-,6-8 p.m. A blessing service will be held Thursday in the funeral home chapel at 10 a.m. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
