January 22, 2018 |
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GOLDIE R. (DEMES) OSKIN Goldie was born on April 22, 1931, and was called to heaven on January 21, 2018. She was a graduate of Duquesne High School where she returned in 1967 as a Business teacher. Her activities included drama coach, cheerleading sponsor, choral director, pep club advisor, senior class advisor, year book advisor, and music teacher on an “Emergency Certificate.” She also taught at Glassport in its final year as the Glassport Education District (1965-66) and then at South Allegheny in its first year as the jointure (1966-67). She received her BS degree in Education from the University of Pittsburgh and is a life-long member of the Pitt Alumni Association. She was also a member of the Heinz Chapel Choir in the early 50’s. In addition, Mrs. Oskin was a member of the NEA-R, PSEA-R, and the Allegheny County-R Education Association. In the community, she served as Secretary of the City of Duquesne Planning Commission; Treasurer of the Board of the Duquesne-West Mifflin Boys and Girls Club; Secretary of P.R.I.D.E. (Easter Egg Hunt, Light-Up Night Emcee, Clean-Up City with School Students, and Concerts in the Park). She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Duquesne for 74 years where she was the organist, a choir member, Clerk of Session, Elder, Sunday school teacher, Summer Bible School supervisor, and a member of the Church’s drama group. Mrs. Oskin was a member of the International Federation of Women’s Clubs on the local, county, district, and state levels. Locally, she served as President of the GFWC Women’s Club of Duquesne, the Circa East Civic Club, the ACFWC Circle of Presidents, and then as President of the Allegheny County Federation of Women’s Clubs. In the Southwestern District, she acted as Chairman of many departments, and on the state level, she co-chaired three conventions for the Pennsylvania Federation of Women’s Clubs. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Elizabeth Demes; siblings, Elizabeth (Steve) Mazura, Frank (Elizabeth) Demes, Irene (Ned) Moyle; and her husband, Glen R. Oskin, Sr. and her son, Glen R. Oskin, Jr. She is survived by her daughter, Deborah Spell (William Sr.) of Duquesne; daughter-in-law, Pat Zelop of Belleville, TX; grandchildren, William Spell Jr. (Heather) of Herminie, Jenna Spell of Duquesne, Glen Oskin III (Desiree) of College Station, TX, and Lindsey Gilley (Scott) of Houston, TX; great-grandchildren, Baily, William III, and Brody Spell, Peyton and Parker Oskin, and Jackson, Ryan, and Maddie Gilley; her loving sister-in-law, Agnes “Nan” (Oskin) of East McKeesport; also numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday and Friday 2-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Avenue, Duquesne 412-466-3300. Additional visitation on Saturday, January 27, from 10-11 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Duquesne, 719 Duquesne Blvd., where her services will be held at 11 a.m. Reverend Judy Slater officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First Prysbeterian Church of Duquesne.
January 16, 2018 |
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FRANCIS R. "FRAN" DALEY age 87, of Duquesne, on January 14, 2018. He was a son of the late Daniel and Mary (McElhinney) Daley. Fran was retired from the County Board of Assessment Appeals. He was a member of Christ the Light of the World Parish where he was a former usher and a member of their pastoral council and a former member of the finance committee. He was a former mayor of Duquesne, past president of the Duquesne Redevelopment Authority, past chairman of the Duquesne Planning Commission, former Governor of the Duquesne Moose, former vice president of the D.B.A.C., former City Controller and School Board member. He was a board member of the Duquesne-West Mifflin Boys and Girls Club, was past president of the Allegheny County League of Municipalities, chairman of Duquesne Democratic Party and Allegheny County Democratic Committee. He was honored as the Duquesne Man of the Year in the early 90's. He organized several charity golf tournaments, was an avid golfer, worked into his early 80's helping people with property assessments. He enjoyed traveling and watching his grandsons play baseball and basketball and was also a member of the Teutonia Mannerchor Club and the Croatian Club, both in Duquesne. He was a champion of people who were underprivileged and underserved. Beloved husband for 52 years to the late Nancy R. (Swanson) Daley who died May 18, 2017; father of Attorney Robert (Danielle) Daley of Munhall, Kristen (Dr. Jay Goldberg) Daley of Petaluma, CA; grandfather of Max Daley and twins, Jack and Michael Daley and Sadie Goldberg and Scarlett Goldberg; brother of the late Jean Martin, Mary Minnick, Rose Mooney, Daniel Daley, William Daley and James Daley; brother-in-law of Claire (Roger) Holcombe of Red Hill, PA; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation on Thursday, January 18, 2018, from 4-8 p.m. at the MALOY - SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, 412-466-3300 where a Blessing Service will be held on Friday at 9:30 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Name Church of Christ the Light of the World Parish at 10 a.m. Rev. Thomas Lewandowski celebrant. Burial will be in Holy Name Cemetery, West Mifflin. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Duquesne-West Mifflin Boys and Girls Club, 29 N. Third St., Duquesne, PA 15110.
January 15, 2018 |
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BERNARD G. "WHITEY" ANDERSON age 83, of Espyville, PA, formerly of McKeesport, on January 12, 2018, at home. He was a son of the late Oscar P. and Margaret (Roberts) Anderson. Whitey was retired from US Steel, National Tube Works in McKeesport. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and proudly served his country in the Army during the Korean War. Father of Pamela (Jake) Watkins of Munhall, Thomas (Dawn) Anderson of White Oak, and the late Cheryl Anderson; grandfather of Jason (Jamie) Watkins, Shawn Watkins, and Tracy Watkins; great-grandfather of Callan Watkins and Rylan Watkins; also survived by his best feline friend, "Ralph." Visitation on Tuesday, January 16, 2018, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY - SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, 42-466-3300 where a Blessing Service will be held on Wednesday at 10 a.m. Reverend Thomas Lewandowski officiating. Burial will be in Greensburg Catholic Cemetery with military honors.
January 06, 2018 |
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MARK W. PROCACINA age 57, of McKeesport, formerly of Duquesne, on January 4, 2018. He was the son of the late William “Muzzie” and Frances “Sissy” (Yasko) Procacina. Mark was a Senior Lab Tech at Bechtel Bettis Atomic Plant in West Mifflin. He enjoyed fishing, live music, sporting events and watching Sunday Steelers games with his sons. He was a 1978 graduate of Duquesne High School and a graduate of Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics. Mark was blessed with an innate intelligence and wisdom. His guidance and advice will be epically missed. He is survived by his former wife, Hope (Minnicks) Procacina; beloved father of Mark T. Procacina of McKeesport and Craig K. (Brittany) Procacina of North Versailles; brother of Karen (Eric) Kessler of Clairton and Lynne (Frank) Canova of Monroeville; beloved uncle of Gianna Canova. Visitation Wednesday and Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY - SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, 412-466-3300. Funeral on Friday, January 12, 2018, with a Blessing Service at the funeral home at 9:30 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Name Church of Christ the Light of the World Parish at 10 a.m. Rev. Thomas Lewandowski, celebrant. May Gabriel blow his glorious horn as God has received his beautiful and wise soul.
December 27, 2017 |
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HELEN T. GETNER age 101, of West Mifflin, in the quiet stillness of Christmas morning, four days short of her 102nd birthday, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Anna (Gombita) Pundzak. She was a member of Christ the Light of the World Parish and a member of the Women of the Moose. Wife of the late Stephen J. Getner; mother of Stephen (Dolores) Getner of Butler, Kenneth (Paulette) Getner of Duquesne, Dianne (Kenneth) Awenowicz of West Mifflin, Richard (Valerie) Getner of Fort Myers, FL; also ten grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren; sister of Michael (late Dorothy) Pundzak of Toledo, OH; predeceased by her brothers and sisters, John Pundzak, Joseph Pundzak, Mary Parenicka, Anna Peklansky, Pauline Rohall and Margaret Pancurak. Visitation Thursday, December 28, 2017, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY - SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, 412-466-3300. Funeral on Friday, December 29, 2017, her 102nd birthday, Blessing Service at the funeral home at 9:30 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Name Church of Christ the Light of the World Parish at 10 a.m. Rev. Thomas Lewandowski, officiating. Burial will be in Holy Name Cemetery, West Mifflin. Memorial contributions may be made to Christ the Light of the World Parish, 32 S. First St., Duquesne, PA 15110. Her family would like to thank Sycamore Estate for their kind and compassionate care given to Helen and her family.
December 27, 2017 |
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MARGARET E. "MARGIE" (HARSHMAN) BUDAI age 59, of West Mifflin, in the quiet stillness of Christmas morning, at home, she was a daughter of Miriam L. (Boyce) Harshman of Charlotte, NC and the late Charles O. Harshman. She was the deli manager at Kennywood Giant Eagle with 37 years service. She enjoyed baking, making candy, was a golf fan and loved all Pittsburgh sports. She was the wife of 16 years to Brian Patterson; sister of Barb (Bill) Baird of Beaver Falls, John Harshman of East McKeesport, Bob (Cheryl) Harshman of East McKeesport, Linda (John) Yuhasz of West Mifflin, Kathleen (Dennis) Procacina of North Versailles, Terry (Donna) Harshman of West Mifflin, Amy (Mike) Ballough of Charlotte, NC, Mickey (Sis) Harshman of Las Vegas, Thomas Harshman, West Mifflin, Daniel (Tammy) Harshman of Greenock and the late Charles Harshman; sister-in-law of Ingrid (Jim) Hawkins of Florida; also multiple nieces and nephews. Memorial visitation on Friday, December 29, 2017, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY - SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, 412-466-3300 where a Memorial Service will be held at 4 p.m. Rev. Terry O'Connor, officiating.
December 24, 2017 |
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SHERYN L. BACHOWSKI age 50, of Penn Hills, on December 20, 2017. She was the daughter of the late Franklin Leroy and Donna Lee (Lyons) Swartz. She was a benefits coordinator for Cottingham in Butler and enjoyed spending time on her computer, was a country western fan and loved her dog, Blackie. Wife of 17 years to Jeff D. Bachowski; also survived by her uncle, Thomas (Jane) Lyons of Bethel Park. Memorial visitation on Thursday, December 28, 2017, from 9-10 a.m. at the MALOY - SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, 412-466-3300 where her funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Rev. Thomas Lewandowski, officiating.
December 22, 2017 |
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STELLA L. MARINO age 98, formerly of Duquesne, on December 21, 2017. She was a daughter of the late Alfonso and Maria (DeFrancesco) Nicolosi. She was a member of Christ the Light of the World Parish in Duquesne, the Confraternity of Christian Mothers and Guild, Duquesne Women's Club, Prince Humbert Club and the Democratic Women's Club. Beloved wife of 61 years to the late William A. "Willie" Marino, Sr.; mother of William A. (Jeanne) Marino, Jr. of East Springfield, PA, Marilyn Marino of West Mifflin and Robert A. Marino of Port Vue, PA; grandmother of Angela (Mark) Barsotti, Anthony Marino, Jason (Sarah) Pastor, late Todd (surviving spouse Tracy) Pastor, William "Willie" Marino, Stephen (fiancée Alex) Barncord and the late Robert Barncord; great-grandmother of Dean and Reed Barsotti, twins, Tristan and Ethan Pastor and Mia Pastor; sister of Al Nicolosi and Sandy Bucaria, both of New Jersey. Visitation on Tuesday, December 26, 2017, from 4-8 p.m. at the MALOY - SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, 412-466-3300. Blessing Service on Wednesday, December 27, 2017, at 11:30 a.m. in the funeral home followed by Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Name Church of Christ the Light of the World Parish at Noon. Rev. Thomas Lewandowski, officiating. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin. Memorial contributions may be made to the Heartland Hospice Memorial Fund, 3520 Rt. 130, Bldg. 3, Irwin, PA 15642.
December 22, 2017 |
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VICTOR C. "CHARLIE" BOYTOSVICTOR C. "CHARLIE" BOYTOS age 25, of West Mifflin, on December 20, 2017, as a result of a construction accident. Beloved son of Victor G. and Karen (Sloss) Boytos of West Mifflin. He was a carpenter and a heavy highway construction worker. He was a member of Laborers Union in Pittsburgh. He was a graduate of West Mifflin High School Class of 2011. Besides his parents, he is survived by his sisters and brother, Angeline (Jon) Stajger of North Huntingdon, Abby Boytos of West Mifflin and Dylan Boytos of West Mifflin; uncle of Liliana and Ella Stajger; grandson of Charles and Juanita Sloss of West Mifflin and the late Victor and Angeline Boytos. Also survived by aunts, uncles and cousins. Visitation Tuesday, December 26, 2017, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY - SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, 412-466-3300. Funeral on Wednesday, December 27, 2017, with a Blessing Service at the Funeral home at 9:30 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Name Church of Christ the Light of the World Parish at 10 a.m. Burial will be in St. Hedwig Cemetery, West Mifflin. Memorial contributions may be made to Make-A-Wish Foundation .
December 17, 2017 |
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MICHAEL V. "MINGIE" MORAN
Age 92, formerly of Duquesne, on December 15, 2017. He was a son of the late Andrew and Anna (Makohus) Moran. He was retired from US Steel, Duquesne Works. Husband of the late Jennie T. (Pizzuto) Moran; father of Pastor James (Lynn) Moran of Cranberry Twp. and Mary Ann (John) Bandi of Turtle Creek; grandfather of Heather (Jason) Loudenslager, Matthew Moran and Christopher Moran; great-grandfather of Katelynn, Cooper, Cambryn Loudenslager and Amelia Moran; brother of Irene Moran of West Homestead, Edward (Dolores) Moran of Muncie, IN and Mildred Moran of West Homestead. He was predeceased by sisters, Margaret Gamret, Sr. Mary Pius, Mary Gasparovic, Eleanor Rusnak, and Dorothy Bracco. Visitation Monday, December 18, 2017 from 4-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne 412-466-3300 where funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 11 a.m. Burial will be in Good Shepherd Cemetery. In lieu of flowers or memorial gifts, the family request that donations may be made to Evening Star Personal Care Home, 200 Caldwell Ave., Wilmerding, PA 15148.
December 14, 2017 |
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JOAN F. WHITE age 95, of White Oak, formerly of Duquesne, on December 12, 2017. She was a daughter of the late Joseph and Annie (Hollis) Asson. She was the wife of the late John C. "Jack" White, Jr.; mother of Carol Schultz of Mesa, AZ, Joan Hanlon of Cocoa Beach, FL and John C. "Jack" (Elaine M.) White III of Elizabeth; also seven grandchildren Dawn Odil, Christopher Cifaldi, George Schultz, Timothy Richards, Shawn Magiera, Kellie O' Donnell, Jacqueline Bedzik; nine great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. Memorial visitation on Monday, December 18, 2017 from 9-10 a.m. at the MALOY- SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne at which time services will be held. Memorial contributions may be made to Family Hospice, 310 Fisk St., Pgh., PA 15201.
December 07, 2017 |
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KAREN M. (DEETS) HOBLAK
Age 77, of West Mifflin, PA (originally from Omaha, NE), unexpectedly passed away with her family by her side on Wednesday, December 6, 2017, after a short battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her son, Jonathan Hoblak; beloved wife of 59 years to John Hoblak; dearly treasured mother of Barbara Simmons, James (Cynthia) Hoblak, Susan (Edward) Davies, Kathleen Hoblak, Kristine (Robert) Karpinsky and Eric (his wife, Devera Davis) Hoblak; loving grandmother of 11 grandchildren; and great-grandmother of 14; also survived by her sisters, Norma May of Minneapolis and Marilyn Hannan of Phoenix. She dedicated her life to her faith and family. She was an active member of Christ Lutheran Church in Forest Hills and served in a number of capacities. Her life was measured by her success of those she so deeply touched. Her most cherished times were those spent with her beloved family. Her grace and strength in the face of adversity will always be remembered. She will be deeply missed. Visitation will be at the MALOY - SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, PA 412-466-3300. Hours of visitation will be Saturday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. and Sunday from 12-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral service will be Monday at 11 a.m. at Christ Lutheran Church in Forest Hills with a luncheon to follow. Memorial contributions may be made to Christ Lutheran Church, 400 Barclay Ave., Forest Hills, PA 15221.
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November 30, 2017 |
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BRIAN PAUL BAKER age 41, of West Mifflin, PA, was born on November 16, 1976 and passed away on Monday, November 27, 2017. Brian was a member of Local Union #373 and worked at Baker Salvage Recycling and Landfill. He enjoyed spending time with his family, detailing cars and going fishing. Brian was a smart, loving, charismatic son, brother and uncle. He was a son of James C. and Mary A. (Semow) Baker; brother of J. Ben (Jamie) Baker, Carin N. Baker, late Dr. Samuel A. (surviving spouse, Dr. Joanna) Baker; uncle of Samuel Baker, Gianna Baker, Alexander Baker, Harlon Baker and Ryan Marecic. There will be a private service, held for immediate family only. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Lighthouse Foundation. “Their goal is to see lives transformed through hope and faith in Jesus Christ”.
www.thelighthousepa.org or checks made payable to The Lighthouse Foundation, P.O. Box 366, Bakerstown, PA 15007. Please note on donation, In Memoriam of Brian P. Baker. Arrangements entrusted to MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, Duquesne, PA (412-466-3300).
November 26, 2017 |
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MELODY JOY SAPOS age 20, of Rankin, PA, on November 23, 2017, Thanksgiving evening, at Children’s Hospital of heart failure after two heart transplants. She was a daughter of Dennis and Cathy (Bitting) Sapos. She was formerly a cashier at Giant Eagle in Edgewood Town Center and currently a Sales Associate at Macy’s in the Men’s Department. She was a member of the East Suburban Community Church in North Versailles and attended Studio G Dance Studio. Besides her parents, surviving her is her brothers and sisters, Michael (Adriana) Sapos, of CA, Rebecca Chatman, of Washington, PA, Sara (Jake) Sites, of Venetia, PA, Shaun (Erin) Leet, of Braddock Hills, and Ryan (Milan) Sapos, of North Versailles; girlfriend of Adam Cabon, of Elizabeth; granddaughter of William (late Sandra) Bitting, of Liverpool, PA; also survived by aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews. Visitation Monday 6-8 p.m. and Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY -SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, PA, 412-466-3300, where her Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, November 29, 2017, at 11 a.m. Pastor Tom Smith officiating. Burial will be in Hungarian Reformed Cemetery, West Mifflin. Memorial contributions may be made to Children’s Hospital.
November 19, 2017 |
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Dorothy (Riling) Kemper, Age 90, of West Mifflin, on November 16, 2017, at her residence in the presence of her family, Dorothy went home to be with her Lord. Dorothy touched so many lives and will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. She was a member of St. Joseph's Church, Duquesne, PA for many years. She was a member of the Confraternity of the Christian Mothers and Guild at St. Joseph's and enjoyed singing in the choir. She volunteered at the St. Joseph annual flea market for many years and at the Church bake sales, fish fries, and doughnut sales.
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