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Betty Pozzuto

May 11, 2023 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Betty Pozzuto, age 89, of McKeesport, died May 9, 2023, at UPMC McKeesport. Born April 2, 1934, in Greensburg, she was the daughter of the late William and Peg Robinson and the wife of the late Robert "Bob" Pozzuto.

 
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Devin Ray Flaherty

May 02, 2023 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Devin Ray Flaherty, age 35, died at home on April 26, 2023. Born June 25, 1987, in McKeesport, PA, he was the son of David Paul (Valarie) Yednak and Tina (Jason) Flaherty DeNunzio.

 
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Amy L. Loeffler,

May 02, 2023 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Amy L. Loeffler, age 95, of North Huntingdon, died at home on May 1, 2023. Born March 7, 1928, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Emmett and Isabelle (Trayers) Nelson and the wife of the late Charles L. Loeffler for 44 years.

 
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Beverly Ann Putz

April 24, 2023 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Beverly Ann Putz, age 72, of Greenock, died on April 22, 2023, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital.  Born September 9, 1950, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late John H. and Sarah (Plopi) Rybarczyk.

 
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Gregory "Frog" Gooch

April 24, 2023 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Gregory "Frog" Jay Gooch, age 67, of Versailles, died April 17, 2023. Born October 7, 1955, he was the son of the late John and Eleanor (Lindberg) Gooch. Greg retired in 2021 from ELG Metals in McKeesport.

 
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Marcella A. Markham

April 19, 2023 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Marcella Markham, age 83, of White Oak, died at home on April 19, 2023.  Born October 16, 1939, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Alfred and Anna (Gidick) Saunders and the wife of Fred Markham.  Marcella was an avid bingo player and enjoyed trips to the casino.  She was the backbone of her family and loved to spoil her three little dogs.

 
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Dolores Marte

April 07, 2023 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Dolores "Dee" Marte, age 94, of North Versailles, died at home on April 5, 2023.  Born December 25, 1928, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Stephen and Anna (Sotak) Osika and wife of the late John D. Marte.

 
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Elinore Beresford

April 06, 2023 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Elinore Beresford, 94, of North Huntingdon, formerly of White Oak, died Thursday, March 30, 2023, at Redstone Highlands. Born June 25, 1928, she was the daughter of the late George and Alberta (Papke) Volk, and the widow of the late C. Edwin Beresford.

 
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Ann B. Morgan

April 03, 2023 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Ann B. Morgan, age 73, of McKeesport, died at home on April 2, 2023.  Born March 28, 1950, in McKees Rocks, she was the daughter of the late Bernard and Catherine (Munster) Muller and wife of Patrick C. Morgan for 43 years.  Ann and Patrick were always on the move and spending time outside together.  They enjoyed bike rides around the neighborhood and walks in White Oak Park.  On weekends they would visit Seven Springs as a retreat from the busier city life or Ligonier, filling cans with natural spring water.  Every year they would also visit Kennywood Park, riding rides, eating food, and taking in the natural beauty of the flowers.  Ann spent a lot of time in spring and summer tending to the flowers in her garden.  She also cherished going out to dinner with Patrick, where they could share stories of the day and have a good meal.  Ann is also survived by sisters, Cathy Muller and Dorothy Bittner; niece, Alaina Bittner.

 
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Harold "Herky" Dovey

April 01, 2023 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Harold "Herky" Dovey, age 78, of McKeesport, died March 30, 2023, at AHN Jefferson Hospital. Born December 9, 1944, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late John and Marybell Schmidt.

Herky was an avid sports fan, especially the Pittsburgh Pirates. Even though he was a Pirates fan, he would not root for them while watching games. He felt responsible if they lost, but if they won, he was elated. Herky enjoyed collecting baseball cards and studying the back to learn player stats. Herky had an excellent memory of baseball stats and would recall Pittsburgh Pirates lineups as far back as the 1960s. His happiest memories were being around his siblings, nieces, and their children.
Herky is survived by siblings, Colleen (the late Michael) Morgan and Rev. Carl (Janet) Schmidt; niece, Beth (Joe) Pienkoski; great-nephews, Dustin and Trevor Pienkoski. He is also survived by many other nieces, nephews, friends, housemates, and staff. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by siblings, Mary Jane Tauber, Bill Schmidt, and David Schmidt.
Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Wednesday from 10 a.m. until the funeral service at 11 a.m. Rev. Carl Schmidt will officiate.
The burial will follow at Penn Lincoln Memorial Park.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
Chris Odasso, Supervisor

 


Robert A. Pecora

March 31, 2023 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Robert A. Pecora, age 79, of McKeesport, Pennsylvania, died March 24, 2023, in Palmetto, Florida. Born September 9, 1943, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Anthony R. and Gertrude (Simco) Pecora. Robert was a 1961 graduate of McKeesport High School and was a member of the McKeesport Tigers Marching Band. He furthered his education at Youngstown State University and graduated in 1967 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business. He served in the Navy and then the Naval Reserves from 1967 through 1971. After serving in the Navy, Robert began his career at Mobile Oil before starting his own businesses within the oil and automotive industry. Robert’s entrepreneurial spirit continued for the rest of his life.

 
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Michael Ganley

March 24, 2023 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Michael Ganley, age 71, of White Oak, died March 14, 2023, at UPMC East.  Born November 18, 1951, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Charles Sr. and Theresa (Lawley) Ganley.  Michael graduated from McKeesport High School and received his Bachelor's Degree from Duquesne University.  Michael loved his daughter and cherished their trips to theme parks, with Disney being one of their favorites.

 
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Marcy G. Westerlund

March 22, 2023 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Marcy G. Westerlund, 63, of Lebanon, Pennsylvania passed away Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at home.
Born April 11, 1959 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Robert L. and Lois E. (Peterson) Gilmore.
Marcy was a musician and teacher, lover of learning new things and all-around happy camper. She earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s of Music Education and Performance from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh and performed with the Three Rivers Saxophone Quartet for 25 years.
She is survived by her loving husband of 40 years Richard J. Westerlund; adored daughter Kathryn L. Westerlund; dear sister Robyn S. Schilke; most-loved cousin Curt Pratt, the ”Keeper of the Koala,” and his wonderful wife Bo; best friend and Buddy Pal for 63 years Lisa Sandonato; and incredible mother-in-law Nancy T. “Grammy” Westerlund.
Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on April 11, 2023 from 4 to 8 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, raise a glass of your favorite beverage and keep the music playing.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com
Supervisor, Chris Odasso

 


Michael T. Sollosi

March 21, 2023 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Michael T. Sollosi, age 90, of McKeesport, died March 17, 2023, at UPMC McKeesport. Born April 17, 1932, in Elrama, he was the son of the late Thomas and Margaret (Mestar) Szollosi and the husband of the late Gloria Sollosi for 66 years.

 
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Joseph Duane Russell

March 17, 2023 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Joseph “Joe” Duane Russell, age 77, of Port Vue, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2023, surrounded by the love of his family.  Born in Detroit, MI, on October 24, 1945, the loving son of the late Joseph Kirkland and Mary Abigail Russell.  Joe spent 50 years as an over-the-road truck driver, where he inherited an intense love of the highway and open road.  He looked forward to traveling to new places and relaxing with the love of his life, Laura.  He also thoroughly enjoyed watching his grandkids play and splash all of the water out of his backyard pool, his weekly visits with his best friend John over a cold Coors Light, and simply spending time with his family.

 
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