February 16, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Winfield Melvin Motter, 81, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. He was born March 7, 1940 in McKeesport, a son of the late Winfield and Gertrude (Booth) Motter. Prior to his retirement, Winfield worked for US Steel and later delivered flowers for Gongaware and Parry Florist. He was a member of Circleville United Methodist Church and enjoyed hunting, fishing, working on cars especially his '74 Corvette. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Sharen (Carpenter) Motter; sons, Troy (Debbie), Jay (Jennifer); sisters, Elaine Alberts, JoAnne (Dave) Benedict; grandchildren, Casey Liberty, Shane and Jessie; two great-grandchildren, Jonathan and Rusty.
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February 16, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
James M. Glover, 71, of Jeannette, passed away Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at Forbes Regional Hospital. He was born November 26, 1950 in Confluence, Pa., a son of the late Robert and Alice (Bowser) Glover. James started his career as a master tool & die maker as an apprentice for Westinghouse and worked for several companies up until his retirement. He was a Mustang car enthusiast, enjoyed RC truck racing and being with people and partaking in social media. He is survived by his loving wife, Barbara (Fossi) Glover; son, Brandon; sisters, Carol (Angelo) Maccagnan and Faith (John) Higgins. Friends will be received from 4-8 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 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment to follow in Brush Creek Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to ALS Association. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
February 16, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Michael Sherry, 67, of Greensburg, passed away Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at his home. He was born June 1, 1954 in McKeesport, a son of the late Steve and Roberta (Morris) Sherry. Mike was a graduate of East Allegheny High School Class of 1972. Prior to his retirement, Mike was a machinist and loved his cat, Max. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Jimmy and Stevie; and brother-in-law, Stan Gorski. He is survived by his sisters, Linda Gorski, Patricia Harper (Robert), Susan Osgood (Dennis), Eva Gallagher (Jim), Anastasia Arnold, Catherine Sherry; and several nieces and nephews. Services will be private. Arrangements were made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family for funeral expenses. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
February 13, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Richard D. Kulik, 60 of North Huntingdon died February 13, 2022 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. He was born September 14, 1961 in Mckeesport, a son of the late John and Irene Gimant Kulik. Rick was a graduate of Norwin Class of 1980 where he was a member of the Norwin Band. He enjoyed tennis and ran in the Boston Marathon in 1996. He is survived by two brothers John P. Jr. (Barbara) and Jim Kulik (Laurie), several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Wednesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, Pa from 10A.M.- 1:00P.M. with a service to follow at 1:00 P.M.at the funeral home. Entombment will be private in Twin Valley Memorial Park. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
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February 11, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Gloria J. Skendrovic, of North Huntingdon, passed on February 11, 2022, at St. Anne's Home in Greensburg, PA. She was born November 23, 1936, in East McKeesport, PA, a daughter of the late Joseph & Catherine (Spudic) Skendrovic.
Gloria was incredibly proud of her two sons, Daniel and Mark, and loved spending time with her grandchildren, baking, and crafting. She shared her love of music with everyone, especially her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Martin Skendrovic, in 2002 and her son Daniel Cowell in 2003.
Gloria is survived by her daughter-in-law Rosanne Cowell, son Mark and his wife Bernadette, 4 grandchildren Gina (Ouadhah) Ben Rhouma, Daniel (Elizabeth) Cowell, Mark (Courtney) Cowell, and Willem Cowell, and 5 great-grandchildren, Adam, Wyatt, Juliette, Noah and Ryan.
Family and friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Sunday from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. A funeral service will take place on Monday at 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Entombment to follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park.
February 08, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Anthony L. Radziwon, 83, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, February 7, 2022 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born August 2, 1938 in Braddock, son of the late Walter and Stella Radziwon. Prior to his retirement, Anthony was a general manager for Kroger Grocery Store and co-owner of Razz T.V. He enjoyed spending time at the gym with his friends and breakfast crew, was an avid fisherman and a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy L. (Powers) Radziwon; grandson, Jeremy Radziwon; brother, Walter Radziwon; sons-in-law, Wayne Close and Jeffrey Petro; and infant great-granddaughter, Riley. He is survived by his sons, Anthony "Butch" L. and his wife, Vickie, James E. and his wife, Christine, Darren M.; daughters, Debra F. Dancy and her fiance, Eric, Michele E. Close and Jacqueline R. Petro; sister, Dorothy Blasik; grandchildren, Anthony (April), Tiffany (Chris), Ryan (Stacey), Jamie, Alicia (Chris), Sarah (Ryan), Amanda (Jason), Samantha (Patrick), Wayne Jr. (Kayla), Jacob, Jeffrey (Kristin) ; and 16 great-grandchildren. Friends will be received from 2-8 p.m. on Wednesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will take place at 10 a.m. on Thursday in the funeral home chapel. Interment to follow in Braddock Catholic All Saints Cemetery, Braddock Hills, PA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Westmoreland County Food Bank. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
February 03, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
February 01, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Rose Elaine Gouker, 76, of Murrysville, passed away, Monday, January 31, 2022 at her home. She was born October 9, 1945 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Nicholas and Mary (Passaro) Sebastian. Prior to her retirement, Rose worked for the Irvin Works in the private dining room. Rose was one of the kindest people you would ever meet. She was extremely proud of her son Craig and everything that he has accomplished. Her granddaughter Raegan was the light of her life. She will be sadly missed. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Joseph and Fred Sebastian; sisters, Odessa Trocheck Petro, Mary Lou Andrews and Joyce Dudick. She is survived by her son, Craig Gouker and his wife, Theresa; granddaughter, Raegan; and numerous nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. There will be no visitation. Memorials may be made to Disabled Veterans in memory of Rose. Arrangements were made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
January 29, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
William D. Harvey Jr., 64, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, January 28, 2022 at the VA Hospital, Oakland. He was born September 27, 1957 in Pittsburgh, a son of Rosemarie Glass Harvey and the late William D. Harvey Sr. Bill was a floor refinisher, a veteran of the US Army and enjoyed playing pool, fishing and was an avid Steelers Fan. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Crystal Lee Harvey. He is survived by his brother, Thomas Harvey and his wife, Patsy; sister, Debbie Richards and her husband, Wayne; and several nieces and nephews. There will be no visitation. Arrangements were made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
January 26, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Michael G. Pishko, 78, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, January 26, 2022 at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. He was born September 27, 1943 in McKeesport, son of the late Anthony and Mary (Hopey) Pishko. Prior to his retirement, Mike worked as a crew leader for Equitable Gas Co. He was a member of St. Agnes Parish, 11th Ward Club, McKeesport, TOSH Legion, Ligonier and enjoyed watching old black and white movies, yard sales, classic cars and listening to country music. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Russell Pishko. He is survived by his loving wife, Kathleen (Stinson) Pishko; and several cousins, nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 1-6 p.m. on Sunday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A Blessing Service will take place on Monday at 10 a.m. in the funeral home. Entombment to follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, North Versailles. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
January 25, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Leo Bernard (Ben) Kittiko, 92, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, January 24, 2022 at his home. He was born February 9, 1929 in McKeesport, a son of the late Leonard (Leo) and Martha (Jakes) Kittiko. Leo was a graduate of McKeesport High School Class of 1946. He served in the Navy from 1948-1952 and retired from Teledyne-Firth Sterling & Innovative Carbide. He was active at New Hope Presbyterian Church and always served in the choir of whatever church he was attending from the time he was a teen. He enjoyed watching sports on television, especially baseball. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Gloria Simqu; grandson, Eric Kittiko; son-in-law, Byron Wardropper. He is survived by his wife, Vivian Lee Kittiko; daughter, Bethany Wardropper; son, Paul Kittiko and his wife, Winnie; grandchildren, Joel and Tiffany Wardropper, Katie and Thomas Willis, Heather and Steve Peck, Becky and Josh Word; great-grandchildren, Blake Branthoover, Lainey and Taylor Wardropper, Liam Peck, Connor and Claire Willis, Charlotte and Ava Word. Friends will be received from 3-7 p.m. on Wednesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. Additional viewings on Thursday from 10-11 a.m. in the New Hope Presbyterian Church followed by a service at 11 a.m. PLEASE GO DIRECTLY TO THE CHURCH. Interment to follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
January 24, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Michael M. Dopkosky, age 64, of North Irwin passed away January 22, 2022 at Forbes Hospital, Monroeville. He was born August 24, 1957 in Jeannette, a son of Antoinette Antonellis Dopkosky and the late George Dopkosky. Mike was a member of Immaculate Conception Church. He was employed as a machinist by MSA until medical conditions forced him to retire after a successful liver transplant which gave him the opportunity to be able to spend more time with his loved ones and doing what he enjoyed. He loved fishing and ice fishing, making his own lures, hunting, playing paintball and was an all-around tinkerer and inventor. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, Joanne Anderson Dopkosky, three sons, Joseph (Brenda), Adam and Timothy, three sisters, Carol Wassel (Richard), Sherry Sinamond (Randy), Leslie Polansky, five grandchildren, Abigail, Jeremy, Dane, Drew and Lydia and numerous nieces and nephews; and his canine companion, Russell. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Friday from 3-7 P.M. A blessing service will be held at 4 p.m. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
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January 24, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
John "Jack" C. Evans, 100, of N. Huntingdon, passed away Monday, January 24, 2022 at Juniper Village, Forest Hills, PA. He was born September 4, 1921 in N. Braddock, a son of the late Willis and Lillian (Coulson) Evans. Prior to his retirement, Jack was a research technician for US Steel, a WWII veteran of the US Army and a Mason. He was a member of the Circleville United Methodist Church and enjoyed golfing, bowling, playing basketball, doing yardwork, and camping and traveling with Jean. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Audrey Jean Evans, great-grandson, Bennett Evans; brothers, Willis and Howard Evans, and sister, Narida Evans Rhodes. He is survived by his son, John Evans and his wife, Lorna; daughters, Ellen Evans Yagodzinksi and her husband, Frank, Christine Evans Williams and her husband, Jim; 11 grandchildren; and 25 great-grandchildren. Friends will be received from 3-8 p.m. on Thursday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, N. Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will take place on Friday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment to follow in Restland Memorial Park, Monroeville. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
January 24, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Rosemary Beynon, 75, of N. Huntingdon, passed away January 24, 2022 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. She was born, May 19, 1946 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Parker Thomas and Stella (Turchy) Chalmers. Prior to her retirement, Rosemary worked as a replenishment manager for Ames with 28 years of service. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church and enjoyed cooking and spending time with her grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John Beynon; daughter, Pamela Rose Beynon; and brother, Thomas Chalmers. She is survived by her sons, John Beynon and his wife, Amy, Donald Beynon; brother, Jerry (Jan) Chalmers; sister, Mary Kay Chalmers; grandchildren, John "J.T" Beynon, Ella Rose Beynon and Emily Mannke. Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. on Friday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, N. Huntingdon, PA 15642. A blessing service will take place on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Shrine, 512 West Saratoga St., Baltimore, MD 21201. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
January 24, 2022 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Dorothy “Dot” A. Freidhof, 90, of N. Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, January 22, 2022 at UPMC East. She was born July 5, 1931 in Braddock, a daughter of the late Wilbert and Anna (Tirpak) Park. Prior to her retirement, Dorothy was a registered nurse at the Presbyterian Home in Oakmont. She was a member of St. Agnes Parish and enjoyed doing word search puzzles, crossword puzzles, activities at Juniper Village at Monroeville, dancing, listening to oldies music and spending time with her children and grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William F. Freidhof. She is survived by her son, William Freidhof and his wife, Kathy; daughters, Karen Lyons and her husband, Ken, and Cindy Lohr; grandchildren, Jay Lohr, Richard (Heather) Lohr, Kristen (Joe) Novak, Kelsey (Ryan) Dufault, Conner Freidhof, Claire Freidhof; great-granchildren, Ethan Lohr, Andrew Lohr, and arriving soon, Baby Brooks Dufault. Friends will be received from 3-7 p.m. on Wednesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, N. Huntingdon, PA 15642. A Blessing Service will take place on Thursday at 10 a.m. in the funeral home. Interment to follow in Good Shepherd Cemetery, Monroeville, PA. Memorial contributions may be made to All But Furgotten Animal Shelter, 70 Carpenter Lane, Irwin, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
