August 08, 2022 |
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Carolin J. Boczar, age 92, of McKeesport, died August 6, 2022. Born June 30, 1930, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Marko and Caroline (Krznaric) Kasunic and wife of the late Herbert Boczar.
Carolin was employed as a Human Resource Director by General Electric Credit and was a valued employee at Community College of Allegheny County. She was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, St. Patrick Church, and volunteered at McKeesport Hospital for over 20 years.
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August 05, 2022 |
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Ronald T. Zebroski, age 76, of McKeesport, died on August 4, 2022, at home. Born June 28, 1946, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Stephen and Regina (Pacacha) Zebroski and the wife of Cecelia (Callahan) Zebroski for over 37 years.
Ron retired from UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Mon-Yough, where he started in mental health and finished as a drug and alcohol therapist. In his early years, Ron worked for Gimbels Department Store as a toy buyer and then as a salesman in the pipe industry. He was a United States Air Force veteran serving during peacetime. Ron attended Mary, Mother of God Parish, St. Angela Merici Church. He found peace in helping others and was a proud father and grandfather. Ron considered himself blessed to have his family. He truly loved his work and recently mentored Jordan Little through the death of his father. He loved to watch Fox News, play on his I pad, and travel with his beloved wife.
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August 01, 2022 |
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Donald L. Brannon, age 85, of Lincoln Boro, formerly of McKeesport, died July 30, 2022, at Southwestern nursing home. Born February 5, 1937, in Pittsburgh, he is the son of the; late Harry and Catherine (Robertson) Brannon and the husband of the living Janet (Thompson) Brannon.
Donald served in the United States Navy during peacetime . He retired from the McKeesport Connecting Railroad, where he started as a brakeman and finished as an engineer. Donald was a member of the Park Baptist Church. He loved spending time with his family, doing yard work, tinkering on cars, and building things with his hands. In addition to his wife, survivors include children; Don Brannon of Lincoln Boro, Tammy (the late Russell) Forsythe of Lincoln Boro, Pamela Delsignore of Greenock, and Janet (Richard) Gabonay of West Newton, grandchildren; David, Matthew, Leah, Joshua, Rachel, Daniel, Rebecca, Ashley, Andrea, Zachary, and Megan; 22 great-grandchildren, also many nieces and nephews.
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August 01, 2022 |
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Martin C. Pancurak, age 94, of Port Vue, died July 29, 2022, at the Grove at Irwin. Born November 17, 1927, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late John & Mary (Suhy) Pancurak and the husband of the late Ruth (Provasnik) Pancurak.
Martin was a veteran of the United States Navy and the Marine Corps serving during WWII. He retired from U.S. Steel Irvin Works, where he was a welder; he was also a longtime member of Saints Joachim and Anne Parish, attending Saint Eugene Church in Liberty Boro. Martin and his wife took great pride in caring for their home. His greatest joy was spending time with his granddaughter.
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July 31, 2022 |
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Matthew Glenn Bell, age 27, of Irwin, passed away on July 28, 2022. He was born on August 16, 1994, in Pittsburgh. Matthew is the son of Glenn (Kathleen) Bell and Kimberly (Richard) Zanella Smail.
He grew up in North Versailles, attended East Allegheny, and graduated from Yough High School. Matthew followed his passions, working as an advanced automotive technician at multiple high-end car dealerships in the area and recently began working for U.S. Steel. His greatest joys in life were working on his personal cars, going to the gym, and spending time with his beloved dog Pouncey.
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July 29, 2022 |
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Michael R. Cunningham, age 46, of McKeesport, died July 27, 2022, at home. Born December 14, 1975, in McKeesport, he was the son of Glenn and Laurel (Gossman) Cunningham.
Michael was always a hard worker, sometimes staying overnight at job sites to ensure he was there early and ready to work. He was proud to be a part of Boilermakers Local 154. He was skilled on the guitar and drums and also an avid artist.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by two brothers, Glenn R. Cunningham and Gregory A. Cunningham. Michael is also survived by many other relatives.
Arrangements were entrusted to Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
Chris Odasso, Supervisor
July 21, 2022 |
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Joanne V. Sinichak, age 78 of White Oak, formerly of Duquesne, died July 20, 2022. Born December 31, 1943, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late John and Anna (Zatkovich) Sinichak. Joanne was a 1961 graduate of Duquesne High School. She was a member of St. Mary Russian Orthodox Church in McKeesport. She enjoyed word search puzzles, lunch with friends, and always putting others' needs first.
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July 20, 2022 |
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Joshua A. DiLuzio, age 35, of McKeesport, formerly of Oakdale, CT, died July 16, 2022, at home. Born April 29, 1987, in Norwich, CT, he was the son of Joseph and Suzanne (Curran) DiLuzio.
Josh was a 2005 graduate of Montville High School in Connecticut. He then went to Thiel College and graduated in 2009 with Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration. Furthering his education even more, after graduating at Thiel, he enrolled at the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science. Growing up in Oakdale, he rose to the rank of Eagle Scout for Troop 60. In high school and college, Josh was involved with the drama club. He had many artistic talents as well and was always creating with his hands. He loved his two dogs London and the late Bella.
In addition to his parents. Josh is survived by a brother, Dominic DiLuzio, of Boston, MA.
Arrangements were entrusted to Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
Chris Odasso, Supervisor
July 20, 2022 |
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Cynthia K. (Canova) Giles, age 64, of Christy Park, passed away on July 14, 2022, at Canterbury Place in Pittsburgh. She was born September 5, 1957, in McKeesport, and was the daughter of the late Salvatore and Virginia Canova, and wife of Michael R. Giles.
Cindy was a home maker who loved her family. She worked with local charities to help those in need.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by four children, Autumn Walsh, of Bethel Park, Joseph Belliconish, of White Oak, Kelli Lee, of Murrysville, and Michael Giles, of McKeesport; six grandchildren, Gabby, Jace, JJ, Miranda, Madelyne, and Montana; brothers, Anthony Canova, of Wexford and Samuel Canova.
The services for Cynthia are private.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
Chris Odasso, Supervisor
July 19, 2022 |
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Rosina M. Kwiecinski, age 92, of North Huntingdon, died July 18, 2022, at home. Born September 10, 1929, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Luigi and Maria (Doria) Schiavo, and wife of the late Sylvester P. Kwiecinski.
Rosina was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, the Corpus Christi Christian Mothers and Rosary Society, Catholic Daughters of American #221, the Markvue Manor Women's Club, and Italian Club #57.
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July 12, 2022 |
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Janet C. Zosack, age 70, of White Oak died July 10, 2022, at Allegheny Health Network Forbes Hospital in Monroeville. Born April 22, 1952, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Charlotte (Slaney) Carr and the granddaughter of the late Lottie (Fossett) Slaney.
After graduating from McKeesport Senior High School in 1970, Janet went on to work as a secretary for several major accounting firms in San Francisco and Pittsburgh. She stepped away from the field in 1982 to take on the role of a devoted mother and wife, which she considered to be her proudest achievement. Janet returned to the workforce in the mid-90’s and spent 20 years working for the McKeesport Area School District in a variety of instructional support and technology-related roles. She retired in June 2015.
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July 09, 2022 |
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Robert W. "Bob" Pope, age 64, of Port Vue, died July 7, 2022, at UPMC McKeesport. Born January 29, 1958, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Samuel and Ruth (Hoak) Pope and the husband of Sheryl (Lopretto) Pope.
Bob retired from Tom Clark Chevrolet, where he was an auto body repair technician. He enjoyed fishing, hunting with his brother, sons, and daughter-in-law, and all things outdoors. Bob especially loved trips to Lake Erie for Walleye fishing. He spent Friday nights at the former Motordrome Speedway in his early years. Although, his greatest love was the time he spent with his grandchildren.
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July 08, 2022 |
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John M. Young, age 80, of White Oak, died July 8, 2022, at home. Born June 30, 1942, in Turtle Creek, he was the son of the late Clarence C. and Caroline M. (Zang) Young and the husband of the late Joyce (Rawson) Young.
John retired from the former Trafford Printing Co. Before that; he worked at Westinghouse, where he was a machinist until they closed. He also worked as a security guard at CCAC. John was a Corporal in the US Marine Corps, serving during the Vietnam War. He was a member of the Trafford American Legion Post # 331. John was an avid golfer, although his greatest joy was spending time with his family.
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July 05, 2022 |
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Kathy L. Nolder, age 58, of Port Vue, passed away July 2, 2022, surrounded by loved ones in the comfort of her home. Born May 12, 1964, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Dorothy (Bonnell) Mowery, sister-in-law to Marci Remensnyder, and the wife of Daniel J. Nolder.
Kathy worked for Dollar General as a District Training Manager at various locations until her health would no longer allow her. She was an avid craftswoman and thrift store shopper, enjoyed gardening, hot gluing gingerbread houses together with family, and baking mouth-watering confections items. Kathy fulfilled her adventurous side with trips to the beach, hiking at Hocking Hills, cheering at Pens games, going to concerts, and camping. She loved and adored all animals and left behind her beloved fur baby puppy "Molly," along with her fur baby cats, "Uncle Fester" and "Gomez."
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July 03, 2022 |
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Mary Anne Wetklow, age 77, of Glassport, died July 1, 2022, at home with her family by her side. Born October 11, 1944, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Dominic P. "Mim" Margliotti and Rosemary (Kolachek) Spiewak and the life partner of Gene "Shel" Rossey.
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