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Walter Trayers

February 23, 2021 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Walter A. Trayers, 82, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, February 22, 2021 at Forbes Regional Hospital, Monroeville.  He was born March 3, 1938 in McKeesport, a son of the late Andrew and Bernie (Dakin) Trayers.  Prior to his retirement, Walt was a die maker for General Motors and a veteran of the US Army having served during Vietnam.  Walt was a founding member of the Italian Brotherhood of Guffey and the American Legion.  He is survived by his  beloved wife Janice Davis Trayers; sons, Timothy Trayers and his wife, Jodi, Jason Trayers, Todd Trayers (Kristin) ; brother, John Patrick (Rose) Trayers; and four grandchildren, Cassie, Joseph, Amanda and Andrew one great grandchild, Rylynn.

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Hazel B. Proctor

February 23, 2021 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Hazel B. Proctor, 92, of Irwin, passed away Monday, February 22, 2021 at Transitions Healthcare, North Huntingdon.  She was born November 15, 1928 in Herminie, a daughter of the late Russell and Mary (Rosenstill) Millinger.  Hazel was a member of the Norwin Church of the Nazarene.  She was a loving mother who took care of her family and home and loved to watch football.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Carl S. Proctor; brothers, Art and Howard Millinger; sisters, Naomi Clutter, Ethel Kaufman and Darlene Kunkle.  She is survived by her sons, Ray Proctor and his wife, Eileen, Randy Proctor (Katrina); four grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

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George G. Miller

February 20, 2021 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

George Miller, 70, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, February 19, 2021 at Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh.  He was born December 15, 1950 in Greensburg, a son of the late William H. and Elizabeth (Grubbs) Miller.  Prior to his retirement, George worked in the maintenance department for Norwin School District and was a member of United Church of Christ.  He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting and fishing.  His passion was restoring classic cars, working in his Larimer garage, spending time with his grandchildren and trips to the mountains.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Ruth Ann Clawson.  His is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Janis (Livingston) Miller; son, Leonard Miller and his wife, Jaclyn; brother, William Miller; sister, Adrienne Geiger; and grandchildren, Olivia and Little Lenny.

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Harriet M. Good

February 18, 2021 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Harriet M. Good, 74 of North Huntingdon died February 17, 2021 at Select Specialty in Latrobe. She was born April 6, 1946 in Jeannette a daughter of the late Joseph and Jessie Hoffer. Prior to her retirement she was employed as a manager by Goodwill. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Paul  in 2016, a daughter, Paula, four brothers, Jack, Harry, Bucky and Raymond, two sisters, Dolly and  Sheila. She is survived by her daughter, Jessica Twele and her husband Kevin, one son, Joseph Good (Chrissy), 9 grandchildren, and numerous great grandchildren. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Sunday from 3-7 p.m. Interment will take place Monday at 11 A.M. in Long Run Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

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Cleveland Peart

February 17, 2021 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Cleveland Peart, 90, of Wilkins Township,  passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at his home.  He was born February 13, 1931 in Mt. Moriah, Jamaica, a son of the late George and Clementina (Diaz) Peart.   Prior to coming to  the United States, Cleveland was a cobbler in Jamaica and came to the states where he was a housekeeper for Hilton Hotels.  He enjoyed gardening, traveling and especially loved driving.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by seven siblings.  He is survived by his wife, Velma (Reid) Peart; son, Dwight Davis and his wife, Beth, Roy Davis; grandchildren, Xavier, Zachary, Yasmine and Whitney.

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Lan Thi Trinh

February 17, 2021 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Lan Thi Trinh, 67, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, February 14, 2021 at Forbes Regional Hospital, Monroeville.  She was born August 18, 1953 in Thanh Hoa, Vietnam, a daughter of the late Thanh Trinh and Cau Thi Nguyen.  Lan was a nail technician for Tom Nails in North Versailles.  She is survived by her husband, Than Tran; daughters, Thanh Thao Dinh, Thuy Hang Trinh Tran, Thuy Nga Trinh Tran; brothers, Ngoc Dinh Trinh, Trung Dinh Trinh; sisters, Khan Thi Trinh, Dao Thi Trinh, Hong Thi Trinh; grandchildren, Leyna Dinh, Phuong Anh Pham, Quang Vinh Nguyen, Anh Khoa Pham.  Family and friends will be received for prayer on Tuesday, February 23 at 7 p.m. in the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA.  Additional viewing will be held on Wednesday, February 24 from 9 to 11 a.m. in St. Boniface Catholic Church, 2208 East Street, Pittsburgh, PA  15212.  A Mass will follow at 11 a.m. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Phuong An Trinh Tran

February 17, 2021 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Phuong An Trinh Tran, 30, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, February 15, 2021 at Forbes Regional Hospital, Monroeville.  She was born November 23, 1990 in Saigon, Vietnam, a daughter of Than Tran and the late Lan Thi Trinh.  Phuong An was a nail technician for Sky Nails Spa in Harrison City.  She is survived by her sisters, Thanh Thao Dinh, Thuy Hang Trinh Tran and Thuy Nga Trinh Tran.  Family and friends will be received for prayer on Tuesday, February 23 at 7 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA.  Additional viewing will be held on Wednesday, February 24 from 9 to11 a.m. in St. Boniface Catholic Church, 2208 East Street, Pittsburgh, PA  15212.  A Mass will follow at 11 a.m.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Lillian Fresch

February 08, 2021 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Lillian Fresch, 85, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, February 8, 2021 at her home.  She was born April 26, 1935 in Pitcairn, a daughter of the late Tony and Paulina (Caruso) Comunale.  Prior to her retirement, Lillian was an assembly line machine operator for Precise Plastics and later Sherm Edwards Candy Company.  She was a member of The Lutheran Church of Our Saviour and enjoyed reading, walking, sewing and was a great Italian cook.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert S. Fresch; brothers, Genre, Emilio, James and Frank; sisters, Angeline, Edith, Jennie and Helen.  She is survived by her daughters, Debra Rubbo and her husband, Charles, Lori Sanders and her husband, Craig; brother, George (Janet) Comunale; grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Hollie, Chucky (Elisha), Justin; great-grandchildren, Danika, Liam and Kobe.  Friends will be received from 3-7 p.m. on Friday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA.  A funeral service will follow at 7 p.m. in the funeral home chapel.  Private interment in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Lutheran Church of Our Saviour Blessed Bundles.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Francis Charles McGuire

February 06, 2021 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Francis Charles McGuire, 61, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, February 5, 2021 at his home.  He was born January 6, 1960 in Plum, a son of the late Patrick and Eleanor (Giusti) McGuire.  Francis was a graduate of Plum Sr. High School Class of 1978.  He enjoyed golfing, visiting the Casinos, loved spending time with his grandchildren and was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Carmen and Kevin.  He is survived by his son, Lawrence McGuire and his wife, Agnieszka; grandson, Holder; extended family, Mary Beth Sharik, Courtney (Justin) Pany, Jessica (Scott) Vargo, Cody Sharik; grandchildren, Easton Vargo, Parker Vargo, Charlee Vargo, Braelynn Pany; brother, Michael (Lori) McGuire, Timothy McGuire; sister, Patricia (Dean) Soltis; sister-in-law, Denise McGuire.  Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA.  Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society in memory of Francis.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

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Marion Firestone Laughner

February 04, 2021 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Marion Firestone Laughner, 101, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at Redstone Highlands, N. Huntingdon.  She was born February 2, 1920 in Pittsfield, MA, a daughter of the late William Henry and Martina (Haller) Suttle. Marion was a graduate of Seton Hill University Class of 1957.   Prior to her retirement, Marion was a teacher for St. Agnes and Immaculate Conception Catholic schools and Franklin Regional School District.  She was a member of St. Agnes Parish, Catholic Daughters of America, and volunteered at Westmoreland Hospital and Redstone Library.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Samuel Firestone, second husband, Ernest Laughner, step daughter Judith Laughner; sister, Martina Nehrig; and brother, William Suttle.  She is survived by her son, Richard J. Firestone and his wife, Jo Ellen; daughter, Ellen Kerber and her husband, Tom; sister, Margaret Ann Spencer; four grandchildren, Thomas Jr. (Kristen), Edward (Carolyn), Robert (Eean), Patrick, (Kelley); seven great-grandchildren Kelsey, Ryan, Keith, Kyle, and Samuel Kerber, Ben and Hayden Firestone; stepsons, Richard E. Laughner; John (Sandy) Laughner, Greg (Sandy) Laughner; stepdaughters,  Karen (Michael) Byers, Dolores Laughner. A special thanks to her loving niece and caregiver, Martina Nehrig Funk and also a special thank you to the capable and caring staff of Redstone, North Huntingdon.

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Karen Jean Pirl

February 02, 2021 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Karen Jean Pirl, 63, of Irwin passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2021 at her home.  She was born June 29, 1957 in Greensburg, a daughter of Bonnie Roberts Johnson and the late Carl Johnson.  Prior to her retirement, Karen was the office manager for N. Huntingdon Rescue 8 and a member of Calvary Assembly of God.  She enjoyed reading and loved being with her family and spending time with her grandchild.  She is survived by her husband, Robert Pirl; sons, Robert Jr. and his wife, Annie, Nicholas; daughters, Kelly Pirl, Molly Hamovich and her husband, Greg; brothers, John Johnson and Carl (Ann) Johnson; sisters, Cindy (Ken) Olesky, Terri (Mark) Klingensmith; and granddaughter, Piper.

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Judith A. Glaser

January 29, 2021 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Judith A. Glaser, 85, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, January 29, 2021 at her home.  She was born January 31, 1935 in Pitcairn, a daughter of the late Andrew and Lavina (Smith) Szekely.  Judy was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church.  She enjoyed playing family card games, Bingo, baking, painting, spending time with her family and especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin P. Glaser Sr.  She is survived by her three sons, Edwin Jr., Dan (Kelly), David (Vicki), two daughters, Cindy Raymer (Ron), Mary Anne Smatana (Mike); brother Danny (Patty) Szekely; sisters, Dotty Heaps and Honey Baney; 9 grandchildren, Kara, Keri, Jake, Sarah, Joshua, Hannah, Eli, Isaac, Abram; great-grandchildren, Hayley, Anna, Brixton and Ryan. Friends will be received on Monday from 2-4 & 6-8  p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA.

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Laura M. Kemerer

January 28, 2021 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Laura M. Kemerer, age 56 of Irwin died January 27, 2021 at UMPC Shadyside. She was born April 22, 1964 in Greensburg, a daughter of the late Joseph Jr.  and Alma Loutsenhizer Brentzel. Laura was a member of the Calvary Assembly of God Church. Laura was a graduate of Penn Township High school.  She was a radiologist and enjoyed gardening, and biking. She is survived by her husband, Frank Dell, two sons, Dave Kemerer (Rosslyn), Nathan Kemerer, three brothers, Joseph D. Brentzel and his wife Phyllis, Eric B. Brentzel and his wife Mary, Kelvin Brentzel and his wife Tina. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike on Friday from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m.

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Robert E. Haden II

January 22, 2021 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Robert E. Haden II, 70, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2021. Some people say that, no matter how old you are, your mind is still 25 years old. Bob Haden was one of those people. Forever young at heart, Bob traded in phrases like "Age is just a number," and "All to excess." For those who knew him in his 70 years, he lived these maxims; he was a force of nature, a cosmic prototype, but even the best-made machines eventually break down. After his latest cardiac tune-up, on Tuesday, Jan. 19, Bob did the final upload, sending his consciousness to the Cloud. A member of the Academy of Model Aeronautics and active in the Mon Valley RC Club, some may know him by his ham radio call sign, K3OIU ("Old Indian Underwear"), an homage to his father's amateur radio moniker. He enjoyed meticulously building and flying model aircrafts, forever enchanted by the ability to trace majestic geometries in the air. Off the flying field, Bob was a MacGyver, custom-making equipment, and he loved being on the leading edge of technology. He indulged his love of sports cars throughout his life, their customization and impeccable cleanliness, starting with drag racing through Irwin in his youth. Back then, a threat from the police to tell his mother was all the discipline needed. Despite his beloved Corvettes and the like, he stated his Chrysler Crossfire was the most fun he had ever had on four wheels. Perhaps Bob's greatest legacy is his genius, sometimes arriving at work solutions during lucid dreams. At the age of 19, he began what would become a 47-year-long career at Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory. He started out as a technician, became a supervisor, and finished as a brilliant designer of thermohydraulic tests, all without ever obtaining a college degree. His children grew up under the tutelage of a self-made man who instilled in them passion, drive and an example of seeking one's own destiny. Inside this beloved man was a tender heart invested in his family, encouraging them to discover their highest happiness, whatever form that should take. Bob is survived by wife, Diana; children, Kim, Rob, Jonathan and Heather; grandchildren, Samantha, Shellbie and Maeve; great-grandson, Hero; and sister, Kathy. The mark he made on their lives and the lives of many is immeasurable; he will be greatly missed. There will be no visitation or service. Arrangements were made by the JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

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Harriet K. Kruszyna

January 22, 2021 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Harriet K. Kruszyna, 98, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, January 21, 2021 at Transitions Health Care Center, North Huntingdon.  She was born May 5, 1922 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Frank and Ida Kruzynski.  Prior to her retirement, Harriet was a secretary for St. Agnes where she was a member of the church, Christian Mothers and card club.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Kruszyna.  She is survived by her children, Linda K. Simmeth and her husband, Michael, Richard M. Kruszyna and his wife, Patricia; grandsons, Richard and Michael Kruszyna; sister-in-law, Ann Kruzynski; nieces and nephews; and dear friends, Kathy and Dave Blazer.  Services are private.  Arrangements were made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com