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Betty Rodgers

November 10, 2020 |

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

Betty Rodgers, age 83  formerly of Ardara went to be with the Lord on November 10, 2020. She was born March 3, 1937 in Turtle Creek, Pa., a daughter of the late John and Emma Grubbs. Betty was a member of Ardara United Presbyterian Church. She was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth , one son Ronnie, two sisters, Anna Baker and Nancy Opsitnick.

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Earl A. Kramer Sr.

November 05, 2020 |

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

Earl A. Kramer Sr., age 92, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at his home. He was born November 16,1927 in Brentwood a son of the late Sylvester and Rose Kramer. Prior to his retirement, Earl was a cook for the H.J. Heinz Company. He was a member of St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon, The Italian Club, the Wendell Club and the former president of Hahntown Firehall. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Lyon Kramer. He is survived by two sons, Earl Kramer (Cheri), James Kramer (Laurene); grandchildren, Melissa, Chris, Jamie, Brandan, Lindsey; great-grandchildren, Trent, Chase, Kolten, Nico, Damion, Jaylynd, Landyn and Blaise. A graveside service will be held Saturday at 2:00 p.m. at Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Victor Anthony Prestegiacomo

November 02, 2020 |

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

Victor Anthony Prestegiacomo, age 82, of Penn Township, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 1, 2020 surrounded by his family.  He was born, February 15, 1938 to the late Anthony and Teresina Prestegiacomo; beloved husband of Sandy for 23 years; loving father of Tracie (Frank) Imbarlina of Mt. Lebanon and John (Corie) Prestegiacomo of Perry, OH; stepfather of Michael (Joanne) Chizmar of Penn Township; proud grandfather ("Pap") of Nicole, Emma, Olivia, Tessa, Holly and Sean.

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Kevin Rolls

October 31, 2020 |

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

Kevin L. Rolls, age 67 of North Huntingdon went to be with the Lord on October 30, 2020. He was born July 18, 1953 in Keyser, West Virginia, a son of the late Lester and Freda Clifford Rolls. Kevin was a 1971 graduate of Keyser High School where he was the state wrestling champion in his senior year. He was inducted into Keyser Highschool Football Hall of Fame with the 1969 AA State Championship team. He was a  1974 graduate of Potomac State College, 1976 graduate of West Virginia University and a graduate of Westmoreland County Community College Culinary School where he graduated with honors.

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Douglas J. Cahill

October 30, 2020 |

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

Douglas J. Cahill, 64, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, October 29, 2020 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital.  He was born May 26, 1956 in Washington, PA, a son of Helen Jean Brownlee and the late Douglas Cahill.  Doug was a self-employed contractor and enjoyed doing woodworking, spending time with his grandson and was an Eagle Scout.  He is survived by his wife, Teri (Erdly) Cahill; sons, Christopher and Joshua Guffey; sister, Debra Gorby and her husband, John; grandson, Hayden; and numerous nieces and nephews.  Friends will be received on Monday from 6-8 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Boy Scouts of America Cub Scout Pack #33  in memory of Doug.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Robert J. Smerker

October 29, 2020 |

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

Robert J. Smerker, age 78, of Port Vue, Pa., died October 29, 2020 at Walden's View, North Huntingdon. He was born June 27, 1942 in Pittsburgh, Pa., a son of the late John and Edith Smerker. Prior to his retirement, Robert was employed as the Vice President of Three Rivers Bank in Jefferson. He collected coins, stamps, enjoyed spending time at the gym and loved baseball. He is survived by his beloved wife, Marcia Smerker; one daughter, Denise Newton and her husband Robert; one brother, Ron Smerker and his wife, Carol; grandchildren, Joshua, Adam and Aaron. There is no visitation or service. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Ellen E. Wykoff

October 26, 2020 |

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

Ellen E. Wykoff, 93, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, October 26, 2020 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital.  She was born, August 21, 1927 in Bedford, IN, daughter of the late Thomas and Dorothy Dodd. Before retirement, Ellen was employed by Horne’s.  She was a member of the Second Ponce de Leon Church in Atlanta, GA.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Wykoff; son, Donald Wykoff Jr.; two grandsons; and two brothers, Thomas and Ralph Dodd of Bedford IN.  She is survived by her four sons, Philip and his wife, Georgene of Oxford, GA, Kent and friend, Lynne of Midlothian, VA, Mark and his wife, Christa of Jamestown, NC, Matthew and friend, Cindy of N. Huntingdon, PA; two sisters, Jennie Scott of Irwin, PA and Sue Ann Hillenburg and her husband, Garris of Bedford, IN; eight grandsons; one granddaughter; seven great-grandsons, six great-granddaughters; and one great-great-grandson.  Friends will be received from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday, November 2nd at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA.  A funeral service to follow at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel.  Interment in Long Run Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Robert A. Ross

October 25, 2020 |

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

Robert Ross, 73, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, October 24, 2020 at Redstone Highlands Greensburg.  He was born, February 15, 1947 in McKeesport, a son of the late William A. and Edith (Briggs) Ross.  Prior to his retirement, Bob was a plant manager for Koppers.  He enjoyed visiting casinos, playing cards, swimming and was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Cheryl Bowser Ross; brother, William A Ross Jr.; sisters, Nancy Minnicks and Helen Guthrie.  He is survived by his sons, Scot Ross (Lisa Laskowski) and Brent Ross and his fiancee, Samantha Lamison; and sister, Sally Kosco and her husband, Mike. Friends will be received from 4-7 p.m. on Wednesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon.  A funeral service will follow at 7 p.m.  Interment will take place at 10 a.m. on Thursday in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park.  PLEASE GO DIRECTLY TO THE CEMETERY.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Norwin Public Library in memory of Robert.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Michael F. Krien

October 22, 2020 |

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

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Michael (Mike) Krien, age 73, of North Huntingdon.  He died Wednesday, October 21, 2020 surrounded by family.  Mike was born on June 14, 1947, the son of the late Martin F. and Vera M. Krien.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Alison A. Krien.  He is survived by his loving wife, Dana E. Krien of 50 years, his two children, Melissa M. (Donald) Black and Matthew M, Krien, grandchildren, Katie, Ella and Carsten Black, and his brother Dennis (Susan) Krien, as well as several nieces and nephews.  Mike grew up in Clairton, graduated from Clairton High School and attended Duquesne University, prior to  enlisting in the US Air Force during the Vietnam War era.  Mike and his young bride Dana were stationed in England and Biloxi, MS where they had many adventures together, prior to moving to North Huntingdon.  Mike worked for US Steel and retired in 2014.  Mike loved music and everything cars, passions he shared with his daughter Alison.  A self-proclaimed chef, he was always creating new recipes that would end up becoming family favorites.  And there wasn't a November gone by that he wasn't itching to get to hunting camp for a week of card playing and deer hunting with his hunting buddies.  You could also find him at the shooting range with his son, Matt.  Most of all, Mike liked spending time with his wife, children, grandchildren and his brother Dennis and family and taking care of them in all ways possible, watching his grandkids in all their different endeavors, always their biggest fan, as well as hanging out with Luna, his favorite little shorkie.  Mike will be greatly missed by everyone that knew and loved him.  Friends will be received from 3-7 p.m. on Sunday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon.  A funeral service will take place on Monday at 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel.  Interment to follow at Grandview Cemetery.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Ann Zurich DiRado

October 21, 2020 |

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

Ann Zurich DiRado, 97, of North Huntingdon, passed away October 20, 2020 at Forbes Regional Hospital. She was born March 3, 1923 in Wilmerding, a daughter of the late John and Jessie Zurich. Prior to her retirement, Ann was a factory assembler for Westinghouse Electric with over 40 years of service. She was a member of St. Nicholas Serbian Orthodox Church, Monroeville. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Emil DiRado; brothers, Stephen, Ed and Michael Zurich; and sister, Mildred Feals. She is survived by her sister, Mary Zurich; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends will be received from 12:30 - 1:00 p.m. on Friday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. A funeral service to follow in the funeral home chapel. Interment in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Nicholas Serbian Orthodox Church, 2110 Haymaker Road, Monroeville, PA 15146. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Ronald Lionel Peters

October 21, 2020 |

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

Ronald Lionel Peters, 91, of North Huntingdon Pennsylvania, passed peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on October 20, 2020.

Ron was born in Monessan, PA., to Ruth Faye and Leonard Field Peters on April 12, 1929. He graduated from the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy and managed many pharmacies over the years. Ron also served in Panama as a pharmacist.

He was a lifelong member of Christ United Methodist Church in McKeesport, PA. Ron was a jack of all trades. He was an avid writer, a talented landscaper, and a dedicated Pittsburgh Pirates fan. Most importantly, he was the foundation of strength and love for his family.

Ronald is preceded in death by his younger brothers Walter and Leonard Peters. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Lois Beswick Peters; 4 children Wendy (Keith) Staso, Lisa (Robert) Scheideman, Jeffrey (Patricia) Peters, and Holly (Joseph) Coghill; 10 grandchildren Tara and Leah Kristopaitis, Jonathan and Amanda Staso, Rebecca, Ethan and Evan Peters, Kendra Scheideman, and Courtney and McKenzie Coghill; and 3 great-grandchildren Roman, Monroe, and Nadea.

Donations in kind may be given to Christ United Methodist Church of McKeesport, 2880 Coulterville Road, McKeesport, PA  15131

The family of Ronald Peters would like to extend our sincerest appreciation to Pastor Sang and his wife Grace, and the Promise Care staff, for providing him comfort and care.  Services are private.  Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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James B. DeMark

October 21, 2020 |

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

James B. DeMark, age 74, of Ruffsdale, passed away Tuesday, October 20, 2020 at RNC Greensburg.  He was born May 25, 1946 in Jeannette, PA.  Jim was a laborer for OMNOVA Solutions in Jeannette and enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his stepdaughter, Stephanie L. Long-Hall; brother, Ken; sister, Nancy; grandchild, Logan Dunn.  He is survived by his wife, Rhonda Yates DeMark; stepdaughter, Erin Long; grandchildren, Cameron, Riley, Peyton, Gavin, Ian and Kyiah.  Arrangements were made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA.  Donations may be made to family; The United Federal Credit Union, payable to Rhonda DeMark, 6610 Route 813, Mt. Pleasant, PA  15666.  shirleyfuneralhome.com.

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Aloys G. Bongartz Jr.

October 20, 2020 |

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

Aloys G. Bongartz Jr., 73, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, October 15, 2020 in UPMC East Hospital.  He was born, July 25, 1947 in Pittsburgh, son of the late Aloys G. and Ruth Bongartz.  Prior to his retirement, Aloys was a steel worker for US Steel and a member of St. Agnes Parish.  He enjoyed participating in the renaissance fairs, woodworking and playing in a pool league.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Catherine Izbicki.  He is survived by his son, John Bongartz and his wife, Sabrina; brother-in-law, Tim Izbicki; grandchildren, Nathaniel Cramer and Harley Bongartz.  Friends will be received from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, October 27 at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA.  A funeral service will take place at time to be announced.  Burial will take place at St. Mary's Polish Cemetery, McKeesport.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Lois J. Zwiener

October 19, 2020 |

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

Lois J. Zwiener, age 96, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, October 17, 2020 at home.  She was born June 6, 1924 in McKeesport, daughter of the late James and Anna A. (Dopcus) Kenders.  Lois was a graduate of McKeesport High School and later graduated from the Columbia Hospital School of Nursing (Cadet Nurse Corps).  She was a member of the former Christ United Presbyterian Church, presently New Hope Presbyterian Church, where she served as church deacon, assistant financial secretary, and longtime choir member.  Lois loved cooking, sewing, gardening, bowling, reading and playing games.

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Vincent Decker

October 17, 2020 |

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

Vincent Decker, age 82 of North Huntingdon died October 16, 2020 at RNC in Greensburg. He was born February 7, 1938 in McKeesport, Pa., a son of the late Daniel and Leola Frick Decker. Prior to his retirement Vincent was employed by U.S. Steel where he taught electrical apprenticeship and also employed by Latrobe Steel. He enjoyed camping at Keystone Park with his family. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Robert and Harry Decker, one sister, Donna Decker.

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