March 18, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Carol A. Kost, age 67, of White Oak, died March 16, 2022, at AHN Forbes Hospital. Born September 12, 1954, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Bert and Esther (Whitehead) Kost and the loving wife of Robert Holmes for 38 years.
Carol was a 1976 graduate of Penn State University. She enjoyed a career as a proposal manager at several international engineering firms. Carol was a member and the treasurer of the First United Methodist Church of McKeesport and also a member of the bell choir of Monroeville United Methodist Church. She was an active volunteer and on the board with Meals on Wheels of McKeesport. Carol enjoyed scrapbooking and attending scrapbook events and meetups on weekends. Carol cherished her family and was a devoted aunt to her nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
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March 16, 2022 |
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Eva (Jarvis) Smith, age 91, of White Oak, PA, died Monday morning, March 14, 2022, following a brief stay at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born July 14, 1930, in Duquesne, she was the daughter of the late Henry F. and Margaret (Slaughan) Jarvis and the wife of the late Joseph E. Smith.
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March 15, 2022 |
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Jean "Jeannie" F. Waters, age 95, of Dravosburg, formerly of Salem, MA, died March 10, 2022, at UPMC McKeesport. Born November 29, 1926, in Salem, MA, she was the daughter of the late Theodore F. and Eleanor R. (Burkinshaw) Walker and the wife of the late Theodore J. Waters.
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March 15, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
David Wasielewski, age 59, of North Versailles, died March 12, 2022, at home. Born November 1, 1962, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of Beatrice (Schoffstall) Wasielewski and the late Richard Wasielewski, Sr.
David was a truck driver and owner of D.R.W. Trans L.L.C. He loved driving and being on the road because he wasn't making money if he was at home. David was a H.O.G. member and was always going for rides on his Harley in his free time. A few years ago, he went on a cross-country ride to California with friends. David was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, St. Robert Bellarmine Church, and a 1981 graduate of East Allegheny High School.
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March 15, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Jane M. Ockay, age 75, of McKeesport, died March 10, 2022, at Concordia of Monroeville. Born December 14, 1946, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late John J. and Anna (Opatrny) Ockay.
Jane retired from the former First Commonwealth Bank, where she was a bank teller. Before that, she worked at G.C. Murphy Co., main office as an administrative assistant and then the Murphy's Warehouse until they closed. Jane was a member of the Beulah Park Methodist Church of McKeesport. She had a love for animals, and is survived by her dog, "Nugget."
Jane is survived by her brother, John Jack Ockay, Jr., of Parkville, MD; and many cousins.
Private family arrangements were entrusted to Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory. Burial was in McKeesport & Versailles Cemetery.
Condolences and memories may be suggested to www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
Chris Odasso, Supervisor
March 14, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Jacqueline Egenlauf, age 49, of Port Vue, formerly of McKeesport, died March 9, 2022, at UPMC. Born August 31, 1972, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of Joseph Knoblock and the late Sarah Elaine (Davies) Knoblock.
Jackie currently worked at the Dollar General of Port Vue, where she was currently the assistant manager. She enjoyed collecting carousels and dolphins.
In addition to her father, Jackie is survived by her daughters, Cheyanne (Cody Dishong) Egenlauf and Savannah Egenlauf both of McKeesport; grandson, Jordan Grey; siblings, Bobbi Jo Knoblock of Sharpsville, PA and Joel Knoblock of Pittsburgh; niece, Melanie Maldonado; nephews, Shane and Shawn Maldonado.
Arrangements were entrusted to Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
Chris Odasso, Supervisor
March 08, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Gloria Jean Cline, age 71, of Irwin, formerly of White Oak, died March 4, 2022, at AHN Forbes Hospital of Monroeville. Born December 6, 1950, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Ruth (Wargo) Krznaric and sister of the late Larry Krznaric.
Gloria is survived by her daughter, Shannon (Joseph) Tackett of WV; granddaughter, Emilie Tackett; beloved companion Richard Scherff; and her loyal sidekick, Oscar the Dachshund. She is also survived by a sister-in-law, Becky Federoff; nieces, Jill Krznaric; nephews, Larry and Jay Krznaric; and several cousins.
Gloria will be greatly missed by her extended family of dear friends, coworkers from Hills Dept Store and Giant Eagle in North Versailles, and Walmart, where she currently enjoyed her work as a cashier. Gloria was a colorful light in our lives; a joyous music lover; an irrepressible giver of gifts; and a fierce advocate for animal rights. She was unwaveringly loyal to her friends and family and fearlessly stood up for what she believed was right.
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March 06, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Adele A. Seropian, age 83, of White Oak, formerly of Duquesne, died March 4, 2022, at home. Born July 13, 1938, in West Mifflin, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Helen (Czezmalovetic) Kollar and the wife of the late Levon "Lou" Seropian for 55 years.
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February 27, 2022 |
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Samuel A. Bracale, age 90, of McKeesport, age 90, of McKeesport, died February 23, 2022, at home. Born July 18, 1931, in Canonsburg, he was the son of the late Giacomo and Josephine (Colella) Bracale and husband of the late Sarah L. Bracale.
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February 25, 2022 |
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Mary H. Maglicco, age 98, of McKeesport, died February 23, 2022, at Riverside Care Center. Born January 17, 1924, in Cleveland, OH, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Bruncak) Kobulnicky and wife of the late Joseph Maglicco for 63 years.
Mary was a faithful member of the Mary, Mother of God Parish, St. Patrick Church. She enjoyed baking, canning, cooking, and crossword puzzles. Mary had an easy-going and likable personality, always making friends wherever she went.
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February 24, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Fred Shawl, age 84, of McKeesport, died February 23, 2022, at Hempfield Manor. Born December 23, 1937, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late James Glenn Shawl and Ethel (Dingeldine) Shawl and husband of the late Barbara (Gobbels) Shawl.
Fred was retired from Vesely Brothers Moving & Storage. He was a member of the Kephart United Methodist Church and a Lay Pastor with the church. He was the President of the Full Gospel Business Men's Association. Fred was a kind, compassionate, hardworking man of faith who loved his family and friends. He also loved his late dog Keshon and grand dog Tiki.
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February 24, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Kathy Galasso, age 61, of Liberty Borough, formerly of McKeesport, died February 23, 2022, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born March 13, 1960, McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late William and Dorothy (Ulakovic) Tauber and wife of Wayne Galasso.
Kathy formerly worked for Kane and the Senior Care Plaza in McKeesport. She enjoyed watching hockey and rooting for the Penguins. Kathy liked to stay active by walking and playing kickball. She dearly cherished her entire family and spending time with her grandkids.
In addition to her husband Wayne, she is survived by daughters, Christie (Ryan) Pavlovic, Rose Galasso, and Heather (Brian) Bocetti; grandchildren, Kirsten, Jaydon, Rylee, Norah, and Miranda; sister Terri (the late Denny) Ulichnie and she is also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
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February 18, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Renee E. Liptak, age 73, of Dravosburg, died February 16, 2022, at UPMC East Hospital. Born December 3, 1948, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Harry Ritenour Jr. and Evelyn (Duyava) Ritenour and wife of the late William Liptak.
Renee dedicated herself to doing things for other people, taking friends to doctor appointments, grocery shopping, or helping you out at home. She would crochet blankets and take them to nursing homes, and at Christmas, she would make candy treats and stockings for the elderly. This was Renee.
She is survived by brothers, Woody (Marsha) Ritenour, of New Eagle, PA, Robert (Donna) Ritenour, of Brooksville, FL, and John (Valli) Ritenour, of Longwood, FL; sister-in-law, Ruth Ann (Chuck) Peavy; niece, Theresa (Dan) Gottheld. She is also survived by aunts, cousins, nieces, and nephews.
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February 17, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Nancy L. Maser, age 90, of Liberty Borough, died February 15, 2022, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born March 2, 1931, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Paul S. and Helen (Ramsey) Lowrie and the wife of the late Edward "Buck" Maser.
Nancy began her working career at the former Downtown McKeesport Association and the former David Israel Men's Clothing Store also of McKeesport. She then worked for Rubinstein Fine Shoes of McKeesport, where she was a bookkeeper until it closed. Nancy continued working with Rubinstein's at their other locations until retirement, at the age of 87.
She attended the First Evangelical Free Church of McKeesport and was very proud to work with the Sunshine Room Pre-school children. Nancy will always be remembered for her flannel-graph stories. She was also a member of the church Senior Achievers. Her greatest joys in life were her family and her work.
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February 10, 2022 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Anthony DiSciullo, age 89, of McKeesport, died February 7, 2022, at the Reformed Presbyterian Home of Pittsburgh. Born February 26, 1932, in Glassport, he was the son of the late Pietro and Mary (Ranalli) DiSciullo-Wallett and the husband of the late June (Farley) DiSciullo.
Anthony retired from the former Copperweld Steel Company of Glassport. He was a U.S. Army veteran serving during the Korean War. Anthony was a member of the McKeesport Sportsman's Association, Glassport American Legion Post #443, and the Sons of Italy social club of Glassport. He enjoyed traveling with his wife and searching for treasures at the local flea markets.
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