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Charles A. "Chaz" Ginardi

May 28, 2022 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

Charles A. “Chaz” Ginardi, age 84, of North Huntingdon, formerly of Duquesne, passed away on Saturday, May 28, 2022, at the home of his former daughter-in-law, in North Huntingdon, Deserie Ginardi. Born in McKeesport, on September 4, 1937, he was the son of the late Charles and Ann (Cerra) Ginardi. He was a retired product sales manager for U.S. Steel, was a former member of St. Joseph Church, Duquesne, a member of the Jacktown Ride and Hunt Club and a member of the Irwin Police Athletic Association. He was an avid golfer, with a hole in one at Whispering Pines Golf Course in Myrtle Beach, SC. He proudly served his country in the Army. He was the beloved husband of 63 years to the late Carol W. (Wabrick) Ginardi; father of Joni Ginardi Lee of Monongahela, Charles A. Ginardi Jr. of North Huntingdon, Gina L. Ginardi of Homestead, PA and Anita C. (late Larry) Wallace of South Carolina; 7 grandchildren- Jen, Charla, Ashley, Chelsea, Ryan, Hayley and Leah; 9 great grandchildren; and brother, Raymond A. Ginardi of Florida. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 31, 2022, from 4-8 p.m. and on Wednesday, June 1, 2022, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE,  15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR. Visitation will also be held on Thursday, June 2, 2022, from 10-11 a.m. at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, in Irwin, where a Funeral Service will follow, at 11:00 a.m., with Pastor Sarah Lee-Faulkner officiating. Entombment, with Military Honors, will follow at Penn Lincoln Mausoleum.

 


Amy A. Sabo

May 25, 2022 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

Amy A. Sabo, age 68, of Penn Twp., formerly of Duquesne, passed away on Wednesday, May 25, 2022, at UPMC Shadyside. Born in McKeesport on April 30, 1954, she was the daughter of the late Michael “Bricky” and Helen (Roman) Anastas. Amy was a registered nurse from UPMC Braddock and currently Select Speciality Care-McKeesport, a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh Nursing School with a BSN, and was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Name Church, where she was a Eucharistic Minister. She is the beloved wife of Stephan A. Sabo for 45 years; mother of Abby DeRiggi of Penn Twp. and Adam Sabo of Penn Twp.; grandmother of Aiden DeRiggi, Sydney DeRiggi and Jacob DeRiggi; sister of Diane (David) Murray of Penn Twp. and Michael Anastas of Pittsburgh. She is also survived by nieces and nephews.

 
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Arnetta F. (Fawcett) Shimko

May 14, 2022 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

Arnetta F. (Fawcett) Shimko, age 93, of Whitaker, passed away on Friday, May 13, 2022, in Kane Regional Center-McKeesport. Born in Duquesne on August 20, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Robert Shields and Leona Pearl (Krah) Fawcett. She was a former member of the Community of the Crucified One, enjoyed crafts and working with children, and conducted small Bible study at Kane. She was the beloved wife of the late John James Shimko; mother of David Stewart Graham of Jamestown, PA and late Denise Adams (late Robert Adams); sister of the late Barry (surviving spouse Mary Lee) Fawcett of Whitaker, late Cheryl (surviving spouse Glenn) Andres of West Mifflin, late Robert (late Millie) Fawcett; 2 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

 
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James V. Miller

May 14, 2022 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

James V. Miller, age 87, of Port Vue, formerly of Duquesne, passed away on Thursday, May 12, 2022, in Kane Regional Center-McKeesport. Born in Sewickley Twp., on November 14, 1934, he was the son of the late James A. and Mildred P. (Morgan) Miller. He was a retired molder from Bucyrus Erie in Glassport, a member of the Port Vue United Methodist Church, a member of the American Legion-Dravosburg, and a life member of the Youngwood Volunteer Fire Department. He is survived by his special friend, Linda Jean Davis, of Port Vue; 3 grandchildren, Anthony (Jennifer) Bollinger, Joseph Kruszka, and Jennifer (Nicholas) Marucci; and 12 great grandchildren.

 
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Angela M. Lang

May 10, 2022 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

Angela M. Lang, of Penn Hills, Sunrise April 3, 1956-Sunset May 3, 2022. Angela was born in Washington, DC and was the daughter of the late Theodore and Rosamae (Howard) Hicks. She was a retired social worker for a Christian Home on the North Side of Pittsburgh. She is survived by her children, Arkala “Marquese” (Jerri) Gilmore of West Mifflin, Charlena (Carl) Taylor of Charlotte, NC, and Keesha Gilmore of Swissvale; grandchildren, Shaquir, Kiara, Keyshawn, Gianna, Simon, Shyheim, Tylynn, Sher, Shyree, Raja, and De’Jwon; siblings, Kevin Hicks of Washington, DC, Karen Capers of Hempstead, NY, Esther (Donnell) Mitchell of Daytona, FL, Tracy (Richard) Gaines of NJ, Michael Thomas of NY and late Michael Hicks. Visitation will be held on Saturday, May 14, 2022, from 10:00-Noon, at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, where a Funeral Service will be held at Noon, with the Rev. Eric L. Ewell, officiating. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery, O’Hara Twp.

 


Ada M. Genito

May 04, 2022 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

Ada M. Genito, age 98, formerly of Duquesne, passed away on Wednesday, May 4, 2022.  Born in Duquesne on December 23, 1923, she was the daughter of the late James and Esther (Feretti) Ardiana. Ada was retired from A&P as a cashier, was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Name Church and the GFWC Women’s Club of Duquesne, volunteered for Meals on Wheels and the Duquesne-West Mifflin Boys and Girls Club, and worked at Homestead Works of U.S. Steel during World War II. She is the mother of Joseph (fiancé Dixie A. Cianciotti) Genito of Jeannette; grandmother of Kristen (John) Walker and Shelley (Mark) Eberle; great grandmother of Ethan and Dylan Eberle; and sister of the late Beatrice Bedont. There will be no visitation. Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Name Church, Duquesne, on Monday, May 9, 2022, at 10:00 a.m., with Rev. Tony Gargotta, officiating. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.

 


Carol A. Snyder

April 23, 2022 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

Carol A. Snyder, age 75, of West Mifflin, passed away on Friday, April 22, 2022. Daughter of the late Michael “Lefty” & late Helen (Pavuchak) Fecik, she was born in McKeesport, on April 15, 1947. Prior to being a homemaker, she was an executive secretary at the University of Pittsburgh, a cashier at Shop ’n Save, Duquesne, a lunch lady for the West Mifflin School District and worked in the “latch key” program for the West Mifflin School District. Carol was the beloved wife of 54 years to the late Robert P. Snyder, who passed away on March 24, 2022; mother of Robert Snyder of West Mifflin and Marcie L. (Thomas M.) Smith of Deland, FL; grandmother of Katie (Roger French) Atkinson, Jacob Atkinson, & James Smith; sister of Michael (Kathleen) Fecik of Plum Boro; aunt of Alysson (Eric) Buchan, Michael (Justine) Fecik, Amanda (Daniel) Cruz, Ben (Kaitlin) Fecik & Matthew (Leslie) Fecik. Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 28, 2022, from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR. Funeral Service will be held at the Funeral Home on Friday, April 29, 2022, at 10:00 a.m., with Rev. Demitri Emarakov, officiating. Burial will follow in St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Cemetery, West Mifflin.

 


Rose M. (Senato) Seeman

April 18, 2022 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

Rose M. (Senato) Seeman, age 90, of Duquesne, passed away on Monday, April 18, 2022, at home. Born in Duquesne on January 10, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Vincent and Catherine (Murocco) Senato. She was a former member of the former St. Mary Byzantine Catholic Church, in Duquesne, and is a member of St. Elias Byzantine Catholic Church. Rose enjoyed cards, bingo, liked to cook, especially spaghetti, and spending time with her grandchildren. She is the wife of the late Richard A. Seeman; mother of Catherine (Kenneth) Gajdos of Monroeville, Ronald Seeman of Whitehall, and Rosemarie Seeman of West Mifflin; grandmother of Brian (Kristena Rocco) Gajdos, Brandon (Amanda) Gajdos and Joshua Zuber; great grandmother of Bianca Rose Gajdos, Alaina Rae Gajdos, and Zdeno Anthony Gajdos; sister of James (late Phyllis) Senato of McKeesport and the late Louis Senato. Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 21, 2022, from 1-6 p.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR. A Blessing Service will be held on Friday, April 22, 2022, at the Funeral Home, at 10:00 a.m., with her nephew, Rev. Robert Seeman, officiating. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin.

 


Donald A. "Bix" Bixler

April 14, 2022 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

Donald A. “Bix” Bixler, age 66, of West Mifflin, passed away on Holy Thursday, April 14, 2022. Son of Elaine J. Bixler, of West Mifflin and the late Donald J. Bixler, he was born in McKeesport, on March 31, 1956. He worked at U.S. Steel-Duquesne Works for 5 years before becoming disabled. He was disabled at the age of 23 as a result of a motorcycle accident and his mother became his primary caregiver for 32 years. He liked karate, spending many summers at Linesville and had a great sense of humor. Besides his mother, he is survived by many Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews and Cousins. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 19, 2022, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, where a Blessing Service will take place on Wednesday, April 20, 2022, at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, at 10:00 a.m., at St. Joseph Church, Duquesne, of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, with Rev. Thomas Lewandowski, officiating. Entombment will follow at Jefferson Mausoleum.

 


Danielle Beal

March 31, 2022 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

Danielle Beal, age 75, of Duquesne, passed away on Wednesday, March 30, 2022, in Jefferson Hospital. Born on December 12, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Mary (Gazda) Trtica. She was retired from PNC Bank-Duquesne as an Assistant Manager and then as Manager from the Century Square Office. She was Catholic by faith, and she also was the fish breader, poker machine player, beer drinker, cigarette smoker, bookkeeper and cook at the Duquesne Croatian Club. She is the mother of Dean (Virginia) Beal of West Mifflin and Heather Ordos; has six grandchildren including Ashley Beal and Alaina Beal; and is the former wife of George “Bob” Beal. Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 2, 2022, from 6-8 p.m. and Sunday, April 3, 2022, from 12-8 p.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR. Parting Prayers will be held at the Funeral Home on Monday, April 4, 2022, at 9:15 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, at 10:00 a.m., at St. Agnes Church of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, West Mifflin, with Rev. Joseph Luisi, officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth, PA.

 


Victor Thomas "Tom" Vash

March 30, 2022 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

Victor Thomas (Tom) Vash, age 91, of Pittsburgh, formerly of West Mifflin, passed away on March 29, 2022 at home. Tom was born on December 16, 1930, to the late Evelyn (Synder) and Victor Vash. Tom leaves behind his best friend and loving wife of over 43 years, Joanne (Musulin) Vash, son, Thomas (Amber) Vash of Glassport, daughters, Jennifer (Mike) Olson of West Mifflin, and Guanna Vash of Lionsville, grandsons, David (Sarah) Obradovich, Jaxon and Jordan Olson, and, granddaughter, Ashely (James) Walker. Tom was proceeded in death by his first wife Lorraine “Bonnie” (Ambrose) Vash, sons, Gary Vash, Mark Vash, and daughter in law, Helen Vash.

Tom was a 3-year Navy Korean War Veteran having served on the ships Soley, Doner and Monrovia, which his unit helped to recommission.  During his time in the Navy, Tom reached the Arctic Circle and Thule Bay, Greenland.  Tom loved to fish, hunt and do gardening and would share the fruits of his labor with neighbors, family and friends. He was a proud member and founder of his camp in Punxsutawney called “Timber Tramps.”  Tom spent some of his cold Pittsburgh winters in Florida as a snowbird and while there was a member of the Floral Lakes bowling and shuffleboard teams.  Some other of his favorite past times include trips to the local casinos and playing cards with special friends and family.  In 1985, Tom retired from West Mifflin School District as a Carpenter. After retirement, Tom spent the next 15 years as a stay-at-home father for his children, Thomas and Jennifer. Tom had a great smile and could always make people laugh with just a few simple words. Tom will be missed by all who knew him, and he will remain in our hearts forever.

In addition to his wife, children and grandchildren, Tom leaves behind his brother, Daniel Vash, sister, Janice Mamas-Dobrowolski, sisters-in-law, Donna (Jim) Fester, Cecelia (Randall) Lucas, brother-in law, John (Sally) Musulin as well as many Kumovi, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and extended family. 

Family and Friends are welcome on Saturday, April 2, 2022, from 6-8 p.m., and Sunday, April 3, 2022, from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR. A Pomen Service will be held at the Funeral Home, on Sunday, at 3:00 p.m. On Monday, April 4, 2022, visitation will be held from 10-11 a.m. in Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Church (450 Maxwell Dr., Pittsburgh, 15236), where a Funeral Service will follow, at 11:00 a.m., with Fr. George Veselinovic, officiating. Burial will follow in St. George Serbian Orthodox Cemetery (Stewart Ave., Pittsburgh) with Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Cathedral; 450 Maxwell Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15236.

 


Robert P. Snyder

March 26, 2022 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

Robert P. Snyder, age 75, of West Mifflin, passed away on Thursday, March 24, 2022, at Jefferson Hospital. Born in McKeesport on May 11, 1946, he was the son of the late J. Howard and Anna Marie (Kelly) Snyder. He was a former employee of Fort Pitt Steel and a former member of the West Mifflin Annex Volunteer Fire Department. He is the beloved husband for 54 years to Carol A. (Fecik) Snyder; father of Robert M. Snyder of West Mifflin and Marcie L. (Thomas M.) Smith of Deland, FL; grandfather of Katie Atkinson, Jacob Atkinson and James Smith; brother of Donna (late Gerard C. “Jerry”) Qualters of Cranberry Twp., Howard (Faith) Snyder of North Huntingdon, and the late James Snyder; uncle of Tracy (Frank) DeMarco, Timothy (Jodi) Qualters, Scott (Wendy) Snyder, Todd (Amy) Snyder, Dean Snyder, Denise (Todd) Qualters-Powell and the late Gary Qualters. Visitation will be held on Friday, April 1, 2022, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR. Blessing Service will be held at the Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home on Saturday, April 2, 2022, at 11:30 a.m., with Deacon Daniel D’Antonio, officiating. Burial will follow in St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Cemetery, West Mifflin.

 


James K. Kleist

March 25, 2022 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

James K. Kleist, age 57, of West Mifflin, passed away on Tuesday, March 22, 2022, in UPMC Presbyterian. Born in McKeesport on March 24, 1964, he is the son of Barbara (Gazda) Andres, of West Mifflin, and the late James Kleist. He worked in construction and was a former guard at the Allegheny County Jail. He was the brother of the late Mark Kleist; uncle of Courtney Kleist and Nicholas Kleist; and great uncle of Sage. There will be no visitation. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.

 


Stephen A. "Steve" Zuger

March 05, 2022 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

Stephen A. “Steve” Zuger, age 82, formerly of West Mifflin, passed away on March 4, 2022. Son of the late Stephen A. and Francis (Donhimer) Zuger, he was born in Pittsburgh, on January 14, 1940. He was a retired carpenter, a former member of the National Guard, and enjoyed fishing, especially at Canonsburg Lake, hunting, and going to flea markets. He is the brother of Gary (Julie) Zuger of Florida, Terry Zuger of Florida and late Judith Zuger Thome; 5 nephews; and beloved special friend, Lois. There is no visitation.

 
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Frederick E. "Fred" Crisp Sr.

February 28, 2022 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

Frederick E. “Fred” Crisp Sr., age 83, of West Mifflin, passed away on Monday, February 28, 2022. Born in Kentucky, on August 1, 1938, he was the son of the late Mitt and Gladys Crisp. He was retired from Iron Works Local #3-Pittsburgh, was a member of the AF&AM, Joppa Lodge and enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was the husband of the late Beverly (Leibold) Crisp; stepfather of Karen List of West Mifflin; father of Rebecca “Becky”, James “Jimbo” Crisp, Frederick “Fred” Crisp Jr., Paul David Crisp and late Michelle Crisp; several grandchildren; brother of John “Whitt” (Sharon) Crisp, Danny Crisp, late Delores “Dee”, late Pamela (husband, Bob, survives) Kozar. There will be no visitation. Private burial will be held at Holy Trinity Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.