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Mary P. Regina

February 25, 2022 |

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Mary P. Regina, in her 100th year, and, as life begins at conception, more than 100 years life on earth, passed away on Tuesday, February 22, 2022, in Albert Einstein Medical Center in Onley Park, Philadelphia. She was a 10 years massive stroke survivor, 9 years double breast cancer survivor, 2 years cardiac arrest survivor and multiple blood clots survivor. Mary was the recipient of many miracles during her health struggles but two stand out. Despite being wheelchair bound, from the Fall of 2015 to April of 2019, Mary was able to attend Holy Mass for 176 consecutive Sundays and, following hospitalization from a blood clot in 2015, in spite of her many health issues, she was able to avoid being hospitalized or needing a nursing home for 49 consecutive months, from March of 2015 to April of 2019. Both of these miracles were achieved by Mommy and Tommy, trusting in the Lord together. Born in Duquesne on March 8, 1922, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Agnes (Voyak) Mracin. She was a member of Mary Mother of God Parish, St. Angela Merici Church and St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, Holy Name Church where she was formerly a member of the choir and the bereavement group. She was the wife of late Stephen J. Regina Jr.; mother of late Stephen A. Regina, late Kenneth S. Regina, David T. Regina of West Mifflin, and Thomas (Tommy aka “EP”) Regina of Duquesne, beloved son and 10 years faithful sole caregiver, affectionately known as “Mommy and Tommy”-soulmates; sister of Katherine Schmidt of California, late Frank Mracin and late Carol Sabovik. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 1, 2022, from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m., when Rosary will be recited and Wednesday, March 2, 2022, from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m., when prayers will be said,  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 Thursday, March 3, 2022, at 9:15 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, at 10:00 a.m., at Mary Mother of God Parish, St. Angela Merici Church, White Oak, 15131, with Father John Gudewicz as the Main Celebrant and Con-Celebrants, Father Joseph Beck, Father Jack Demnyan and Father Terrence O’Connor and guest musician, Thomas Coyne. Interment will follow in Holy Name Cemetery, West Mifflin. In lieu of flowers and in honor of Mary P. (Mommy) Regina, the family requests Holy Mass intentions and/or donations to Mary of Nazareth Catholic School, 1640 Fawcett Ave., White Oak, PA 15131.

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David E. Holman

February 21, 2022 |

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David E. Holman, age 58, formerly of Duquesne, passed away on February 7, 2022, in San Diego, CA. Son of the late Dale Holman and late Penelope “Penny” (late David) Albee, he was born in San Diego, on August 1, 1963. Dave worked in construction. He is survived by Mary Graham, mother of their daughter Tiffany (Joe Yarborough) Holman of Duquesne. He is the brother of Dennis (Amy) Holman of Virginia and their children, Claire and Korinne Holman and Shelly Black of Virginia and her children, Todd (Hope) Black and Jerry Black; nephew of Martha “Marti” (late Bob) Gleason; and is also survived by cousins. There is no visitation and burial will be private. 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.

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Susanne H. "Sue" Evans

February 19, 2022 |

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Susanne H. “Sue” Evans, age 70, of Greensburg, passed away on February 19, 2022, at Excela Health-Greensburg. Born in Tyrone, PA on September 16, 1951, she was the daughter of the late James Carlton and Mary Agnes (Grieble) Gillam. Sue was a retired nurse, having worked at Jefferson, Forbes and Mercy Hospitals and most recently as a home health care nurse. She was an excellent Slovak baker, especially her Russian torte and nut roll. She enjoyed pinochle, getting together with her Duquesne University friends and taking care of her St. Bernard, “Harry.” She is the mother of Jenna (Shawn) Magee of Mercer, PA, Gregory (Sarah) Evans of Murrysville, and Nick Evans of North Versailles; grandmother of Emma-Kate and Anna Magee and Teddy Evans; sister of Patrice (Mike) DelBaggio of Tyrone, Roberta (Dale) Woomer of Bald Eagle, PA, late Mary Beth (surviving spouse, Howard) Banks of Altoona, PA, late James (wife Lisa survives) Gillam of Tyrone and late Kathleen Gillam; Nieces and Nephews. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 22, 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. Memorial visitation will be held at St. Matthew Church, 1105 Cameron Ave., Tyrone, PA 16686, from 11:00 a.m.-Noon, on Friday, February 25, 2022, followed by a Memorial Mass of Christian Burial at Noon with Father Jozef Kovacik officiating. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Tyrone. Memorial luncheon to follow at St. Matthew’s School.

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Lois L. Gwinn

February 15, 2022 |

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Lois L. Gwinn, age 90, of Duquesne, on February 15, 2022 at UPMC Mercy. Born in West Mifflin on November 9, 1931, she was a daughter of the late Peter J. and Lydia Marie (Miller) Faith. She was a former member of Terrace Church of the Nazarene, West Mifflin. She enjoyed gardening and crocheting. Lois was the beloved wife of the late Charles Gwinn; Mother of David (Melissa) Gwinn of Rostraver Twp.; Step Grandmother of George Thomas Jarmon and Amanda Carol Jarmon, both of Elizabeth. Sister of Dorothy Marie (Charles) Youngfleisch of Schellsburg, Pa., William Faith of West Mifflin, the late Marian (late Clyde) Kahn, late Eleanor (late Paul) Bickerton, late Peter J. (late Iva) Faith, late Albert Faith, late Florence (her husband Joseph survives) Utterback, Plum Boro.

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Jeffrey A. "Jeff" Naccarato

February 09, 2022 |

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Jeffrey A. “Jeff” Naccarato, age 59, of West Mifflin, passed away on February 9, 2022. Son of Joan (Manns) Naccarato of Liberty Boro and the late Joseph “Cheech” Naccarato, he was born on August 9, 1962, in Braddock. He was an auto technician for Cochran GMC, enjoyed golf, bowling, helping the kids do home projects and cooking.  Jeffrey is the husband of Denice (Crevar) Naccarato for 36 years; father of Carrie Naccarato of North Huntingdon, Chris (Megan) Naccarato of West Mifflin, and Ashley Naccarato of West Mifflin; brother of Sherry (Ronald) Messick of Long Branch, PA, Sandra Kelly of Pleasant Hills, Dean Naccarato of Liberty Boro, Melissa (Lou) Petrucci of Imperial, and Rodney (Patti) Naccarato of Liberty Boro; son-in-law of William and Geri Crevar of White Oak; brother-in-law of Cliff (Judy) Crevar of McKeesport, Dale (Diane) Crevar of Finleyville, Ron (Sue) Crevar of Mercer, PA and Cheryl Critchfield of West Mifflin.

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Martin “Marty” R. Shields

February 05, 2022 |

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Martin “Marty” R. Shields, age 73, of North Huntingdon, passed away on February 2, 2022, in St. Elizabeth Hospital, Youngstown. Born in Braddock on December 24, 1948, he was the son of the late Martin and Elizabeth “Betty” (Sterner) Shields. Marty was the beloved husband of the late Diane (Arlet) Shields; father of Brandon M. Shields of Whitehall, Alyssa D. Shields of North Huntingdon, Amy (John) Arseneau of Reno, NV, and the late Jamie Greene; cherished grandfather of Noah, Emma, Liam, Connor, Ainsley and the late Madison Paige; brother of Leona (late Dwight) Miner of Valparaiso, IN, Darlene and Linda; and Summer Pendro, Godmother of his daughter, Alyssa. He was a retired truck driver from Motor Coils and New England Freight. He proudly served his country in the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. He was a member of the Norwin Christian Church. He loved his trucks, Western movies, fishing, hunting, his dogs (Pointers), and enjoyed playing with his grandchildren.

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Amy J. McElhinney

February 04, 2022 |

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Amy J. McElhinney, age 64, of West Mifflin, passed away on Thursday, February 3, 2022, at UPMC Presbyterian. Born in Pittsburgh on June 25, 1957, she is the daughter of Ronald Golob of Marienville, PA and Judy (McCue) Golob of White Oak. Amy was a receptionist for Allegheny Health Network. She is the beloved wife of Daniel McElhinney for 42 years; mother of Daniel (Stephanie) McElhinney of South Park, Matthew McElhinney of West Mifflin, Nathan (Ashley) McElhinney of West Mifflin and Bridget McElhinney of Dravosburg; grandmother of Madison, Taylor, Cora and Gabriel McElhinney; sister of Jennifer Baker of Florida, Carol (Greg) Rock of West Mifflin, Ronald (Shannon) Golob of West Mifflin and Aly (late Rocky) Moore of Dravosburg. Family visitation will be held on Monday, February 7, 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 service will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Tuesday, February 8, 2022, followed by burial in Holy Trinity Cemetery, West Mifflin.

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Peter Podunavac

February 04, 2022 |

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Peter Podunavac, age 94, of West Mifflin, passed away on Thursday, February 3, 2022, in UPMC Presbyterian. Born in Duquesne on August 8, 1927, he was the son of the late Sava and Theresa (Betics) Podunavac. He worked in general maintenance at Fisher Body and was a member of Teutonia Mannerchor Club, Duquesne. He proudly served his country in the Marine Corps during World War II. Peter is survived by his son, Brian Podunavac of Daytona, FL; grandchildren, Jesse and Jasmine; stepson, William (Gene) Cavins of Florida; two step grandchildren Dr. Zachary (Erica) Cavins and Suzannah (Nicholas) Seibert and 5 step grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews; brother, Robert Podunavac; and caregiver, Elaine Bixler of West Mifflin. There is no visitation. Private burial will be held in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. 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.

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Deborah S. Stachowski

January 25, 2022 |

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Deborah S. Stachowski, age 71, of White Oak, passed away on Monday, January 24, 2022, at home. Born in McKeesport on March 14, 1950, she was the daughter of the late Edgar and Genevieve (Procacina) Johnson. Debbie was retired from Allegheny County Veterans Administration and the Allegheny Health Department. She loved her grandchildren, cooking, gardening, walking and jogging. She is the mother of Rachelle (Gregory) Lockridge Sr. of Ann Arbor, MI and Jenny (late Brian) Stine of Westland, MI; life partner of Dr. Charles Sidun of McKeesport; grandmother of Gregory Lockridge Jr., Myles Lockridge, Jacob Lockridge, Brian Stine, late Brandon Stine, and Riley Stine; sister of Darlene Colo (Kenneth) Vicchio of Tennessee, Cheryl Oxford of Dover, DE and late Richard Johnson. Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 27, 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 Friday, January 28, 2022, at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, at 10:00 a.m., at Holy Name Church, Duquesne, of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, with Rev. Tony Gargotta officiating. Interment will follow in Grandview Cemetery, North Versailles.

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Peter A. Ivaska Sr.

January 21, 2022 |

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Peter A. Ivaska Sr., age 58, of West Mifflin, passed away on Thursday, January 20, 2022, in UPMC McKeesport. Born in McKeesport on March 20, 1963, he was the son of the late Joseph and late Jean Marie (Brenner) Ivaska. He was a retired machine operator. He was Presbyterian by faith and he enjoyed Nascar, fishing, being outdoors and all sports. He was a member of the Army National Guard for 13 years. Peter is the beloved husband for 25 years to Lori (Pesta) Ivaska; father of Peter A. (Lisa) Ivaska Jr. of Conway, SC, Joseph (Roxanne) Ivaska of Dravosburg, and Anthony Ivaska, at home; 6 Grandchildren; brother of Paul Ivaska of Knoxville, TN, Lynn (Tom) Kostelnik of West Mifflin, Cindy Ivaska of McKeesport, and Geraldine Ivaska of West Mifflin; son-in-law of Michael and Sandy Pesta of Pleasant Hills. Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 23, 2022, from 12 Noon-4:00 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. Military Honors will be accorded at the Funeral Home at the end of visitation. A Memorial Service will be held in the future.

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Quang Minh Ngo

January 19, 2022 |

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Quang Minh Ngo, age 71, of Duquesne, passed away on Wednesday, January 19, 2022, at home. Born in Vietnam on August 2, 1950, he is the son of Nguyen Thi Lai of Vietnam. He was a tailor and dry cleaner and owned Sam’s Tailor Shop in Duquesne and Ritzland Cleaners in Penn Hills. He was a member of Chua Vien Quang Vietnamese Buddhist Temple, in Homestead. He liked to play the slots in Atlantic City and liked all Pittsburgh sports, especially the Steelers. He is the husband of Lan Thi Ngo of Duquesne; father of Kim Lee Ngo of Duquesne and Dan Minh Ngo of Irwin; and has 3 brothers and 2 sisters in Vietnam. There will be no visitation. A private Memorial Service will be held. 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.

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Elizabeth "Betty" Hock

January 17, 2022 |

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Elizabeth “Betty” Hock, age 98, of West Mifflin, passed away on Sunday, January 16, 2022. Born in Duquesne on November 20 1923, she was the daughter of the late John and Maria (Tkacik) Brecko. She worked at U.S. Steel-Duquesne Works for 9 years. She was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Trinity Church and was an avid bingo player.  She was the wife of the late Regis P. Hock; mother of Audrey (Ken) Glick of Irwin, Richard J. Hock of Level Green and the late Martin R. Hock; grandmother of Michelle (John) Yarbrough Korb, Jason (Stephanie) Yarbrough, Eric (Valerie Lapina) Yarbrough, Patrick Hock and Matthew Hock; great grandmother of Ella Korb, Anna Rose Yarbrough, and Jaxson Hock; sister of the late Florence “Flo” Husfelt, late John “Jim” Brecko and late Joseph (surviving spouse Kathleen) Brecko of Duquesne; nieces and nephews.

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Louise Ann Brendza

January 15, 2022 |

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Louise Ann Brendza, age 58, of West Mifflin, passed away on January 15, 2022, in Forbes Hospital. Born in McKeesport on December 18, 1963, she was the daughter of the late Anthony James and Ann Marie (Patrick) Brendza Sr. Louise loved to bake. She is the fiancé of Peter Mazzarese; and sister of Susan (Dale) Schreckengost of Imperial, David (Nadine) Brendza of Augusta, GA, Robert (Kathy) Brendza of Belmont, CA, and the late Anthony Brendza Jr. There will be no visitation at this time. A Memorial Service will be held in the future. 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.

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Edward J. Stetz

January 13, 2022 |

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Edward J. Stetz, age 82, of Murphy, NC.  Formerly of West Mifflin, West Newton, PA and Myrtle Beach, SC, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 after valiantly fighting a 2 ½ year battle with pancreatic cancer.  Ed was born on November 2, 1939, the son of the late Anthony F. Stetz and Helen T. (Fecenko) Stetz.  He is survived by his wife, Kim (Hand) Stetz, children, David (Ardith) Stetz, Darlene (Elvin) House, and Dale Stetz.  Predeceased by infant daughter Kimberly Ann Stetz.  Step-father to Ted Peck and Taylor Finch .  Grandfather to Justin, Collin, Ashley, Christina, Robert, Katelyn, Hayley, Katherine, Jake, and Anthony Finch, and a great-grandfather.  Brother of Ray (Mary Ann) Stetz, Steve (Carol) Stetz, Dorothy Stetz Zangrilli (Daniel), and Tom Stetz.  Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

Ed started his construction career with his dad at Stetz Construction, then moved on with Bailey & Sharpe, Woodlawn Builders, and during the building boom in the early ‘80s in the South, he moved his family to Myrtle Beach, SC to form his business, East Shore Homes, Inc., until his retirement.  Ed loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter.

Honoring his wishes, there will be no visitation and funeral services are private, with Townson-Rose Funeral Home, Murphy, NC handling the arrangements.  If desired, memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or a charity of your choice. Local announcement by Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home Inc. 915 Kennedy Ave. Duquesne PA, 15110.

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Ceferina Vega Torres

January 11, 2022 |

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Ceferina (Vega) Torres, age 81, of Duquesne, passed away on January 9, 2022, at home. Born in Ponce, Puerto Rico, on January 8, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Otilio and Maria Vega. She is survived by her son, Marco (Yuleisi Vargas) Torres of Duquesne and many other relatives. Services will be held in Ponce, Puerto Rico, where she will be buried in Camposanto de Cristo Resucitado. Local 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.