July 03, 2024 |
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Ruth June Evans Konopka, 93, of East McKeesport, PA and more recently of Lexington, NC passed away Monday, July 1, 2024 in the Hinkle Hospice House in Lexington, NC.
Born June 15, 1931 in McKeesport, PA she was the daughter of the late Dr. John W. Evans and Kathryn Karsnak Evans.
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July 02, 2024 |
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Joseph Stephen Harbulak Sr., age 90, of North Huntingdon died June 29, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving family. Born December 9, 1933 in Budkovce, Markovce, Slovakia, he was the son of the late Paul and Anna (Ondovcik) Harbulak, and the husband of over 68 years to Patricia (Hartnett) Harbulak.
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July 01, 2024 |
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David J. Burkhart, age 43, of McKees Rocks, formerly of McKeesport, died June 28, 2024, at Allegheny General Hospital. Born July 18, 1980, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Frank and Janet (Wilson) Burkhart and the partner of Melanie Gajdzik.
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June 26, 2024 |
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Dorothy Medic, 90, died June 22, 2024, at AHN Jefferson Hospital. Born January 12, 1934, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Daniel Medic and Mary B. (Vignevic) Medic. Preceded in death by brother David Medic (Los Angeles California) and sister Donna (Ray Nicholas Moss) North Huntingdon Pennsylvania.
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June 26, 2024 |
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Linda Carol (Laughrey) Tafel, age 87, of Monroeville, formerly of Irwin and McKeesport, died June 25, 2024, at Juniper Village Monroeville after a long illness. Born April 12, 1937, in Beaver Falls, she was the daughter of the late Lindsay F. and Ann Jane (DeVoe) Laughrey and wife of the late Lyn Scott Tafel.
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June 18, 2024 |
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Woodrow Maurin, 85, died June 16, 2024, at AHN Jefferson Hospital. Born December 16, 1938, in Nyack, NY, he was the son of the late John Maurin and Chloe (Zeiller) Maurin, and the husband of Shirley Maurin.
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June 13, 2024 |
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Edith "Edie" Jane Smith, 74, passed away on June 10, 2024. Edie was born on May 17, 1950, in McKeesport, PA, to the late Edwin and Martha (Ostrander) Moore.
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June 11, 2024 |
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Sara E. Sidney, age 89, of McKeesport, died at home on June 9, 2024. Born January 2, 1935, in West Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Virgil and Mary Mayfield and wife of the late Robert Sidney.
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June 05, 2024 |
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Jerry A. Zebrak, age 71, of Port Vue, died at home on June 3, 2024. Born on April 17, 1953, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Louis J. and Laura (Brzek) Zebrak and was the loving husband of 39 years to Leslie (Lape) Zebrak. A proud graduate of McKeesport Area High School in 1971, Jerry worked many years as a research technician for a refractory company before retiring in 2016. Jerry actively engaged with his community, being a member of the 11th Ward Club and the Port Vue United Methodist Church. But it was his love for family and friends that truly defined him. He found joy in simple pleasures, such as watching Hallmark movies, with a soft spot for heartwarming Christmas classics. His love for family and friends was evident in every moment spent together, leaving a lasting impression on all who knew him. In his younger years, Jerry enjoyed playing in softball leagues, partaking in fishing excursions, and golfing. These activities brought him immense happiness and left him with cherished memories. A man of kindness, integrity, and a gentle spirit, Jerry's absence will be deeply felt by all who knew him. He had a wonderful sense of humor and had a knack for making people laugh. Yet, his legacy of warmth and compassion will continue to inspire and guide those whose lives he touched, reminding us of the power of a life well-lived.
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May 25, 2024 |
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Helen R. Kastan, age 92, of Glassport, died May 21, 2024, at home. Born September 30, 1931, in Munhall, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Elizabeth (Petrick) Ribar and wife of the late Bernard Kastan, Sr.
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May 25, 2024 |
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Frances L. Haut, 86, passed away May 23, 2024 peacefully at home surrounded by her family. Born October 3, 1937, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Charles Mihalic Sr. and Rose (Brnjas) Mihalic, and the wife of the late John Haut Sr.
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May 21, 2024 |
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Eugene Francis Gorman, 90, of McKeesport, passed away peacefully at Whitetail Springs Assisted Living on Sunday, May 19, 2024. Born August 6, 1933, in Pittsburgh, PA, to Frank and Elizabeth Gorman. Gene grew up in Greenfield. He was the fourth brother of siblings: Jay, Connie, Paul, and Bill (all deceased), survived by Bud, Butch, and Marzie.
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May 08, 2024 |
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Margaret M. Ratesic, age 91, originally from McKeesport, died May 5, 2024, at Westmoreland Manor. Born February 27, 1933, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late John and Erma (Brunori) Walker and wife of the late Edward Ratesic. Margaret, better known as Peg or Peggy, had her kitchen always filled with the delightful aromas of her signature treats - hoho cake, cherry squares, 7-layer jello, and Christmas cookies, each made with love and shared generously with family and friends. Peg carried on the tradition of having family get togethers for holidays at her house, including Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter. She labored in the kitchen preparing for these celebrations by cooking turkey, ham, stuffed cabbage, breaded chicken, and her famous desserts. In her younger years, Peg loved to bowl with her husband in a couples league, and go dancing at the Palisades in McKeesport. Peg had a fondness for bingo and the exhilaration of trips to Las Vegas with her husband, where she delighted in the bright lights, slot machines, and captivating shows. Most of all, Peg cherished the time spent with her grandchildren, showering them with love and affection. She loved to give generous gifts to her kids and grandkids, and holidays and birthdays were filled with hours of unwrapping all the treasures she had bought for everyone.
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May 06, 2024 |
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Stanley John Chronowski, Sr., age 99, died peacefully on Saturday, May 4, 2024, in the comfort of his home in White Oak. Born April 7, 1925, in Wyoming, PA, he was the son of the late George and Loretta (Dunsavage) Chronowski and the loving husband of 68 years of Agnes Richards Chronowski. Stanley is a beloved father of Stanley Jr. (Cindy) of Damascus, MD; Peter (Jackie) of Spring City, PA; Cathleen (Robert) Condrac of Level Green; Carol (Corey) McHaddon of White Oak; Cheryl (Gregory) Berko of North Versailles; Charlene (Matthew) Sedlak of White Oak; daughter-in-law, Rose Ann Chronowski of White Oak.
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May 02, 2024 |
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Mary C. Bunting Carlson, age 92, of White Oak died Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at Concordia Lutheran Ministries of Monroeville. Born August 22, 1931 in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Alfred Sr. and Pauline (Broadlet) Borrell.
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