February 04, 2021 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Thelma Lee Tucker Medlin White was born to James and Mabel Biggs Tucker, on October 30, 1928, in Moon Run, Pa. She was the oldest of 5 siblings. She departed this life peacefully in McKeesport, Pa., on January 30, 2021, with family at her bedside. In her final weeks of life, she was never without a hand to hold or a kind word to be spoken to her. Thelma’s daughter, Deborah, provided loving care and support for 10 years prior to the onset of greater illness.
Thelma is preceded in death by brothers Samuel (Jr.) Jones and Robert (Bobby) Jones; sister Dorothy McCoy; grandson Frederick D. Brown Jr.; great grandson Frederick Malcolm Brown-Goodwine.
Thelma was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother, sister and aunt. She leaves to mourn: sister - Betty Mahaley (Long Beach, Calif.); children - Clara (Fred) Medlin Brown, Deborah White Horriat, Gary (Sylvia) White, Samuel V. White; grandchildren – Gregory (Tracey) Medlin, Marjorie Brown Adams, Gemil (Regis) White-Morse, Jamaal White, Michael (Olesia) White, Tonya (Timothy) Caldwell, Leandra Ferguson and Terry Ferguson; 24 great grandchildren and 9 great-great grandchildren, with one on the way. She leaves beloved nieces and nephews to mourn her passing, as well as, a host of friends.
Thelma White step-laddered her way into the field of nursing. She was a nurse’s aide, an LPN and receive her BSN from Penn State University, where she was deemed an honors student. In the pursuit of her education, she moved to Delaware to obtain a Masters in Gerontology. She received her master’s in nursing from the University of Delaware and presented her papers at a Veteran’s Administration Conference in Los Angeles, Calif.
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February 04, 2021 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Dale Sean Coles, Sr., was born May 27, 1964, in Pittsburgh, PA. Sean, as he was affectionately called, departed this life on January 22, 2021.
Arrangements were entrusted to Robert A. Waters Funeral Home Inc.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Dale Sean Coles, please visit our floral store.
February 04, 2021 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Norma Jean Johnson, 75, was born January 19, 1946, in Elizabeth, PA. The beloved daughter of the late Timothy and Ruth (Woods) Johnson, departed this life on January 27, 2021 at UPMC Shadyside. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Margo Johnson.
Norma Jean grew up in Elizabeth, the eldest of the 4 daughters of Timothy and Ruth, graduated from Elizabeth Forward High School. After graduation, she obtained a position at Mobil Oil in McKees Rocks. A short while later, she obtained employment at US Steel in downtown Pittsburgh. She spent the remainder of her career with US Steel until she retired.
Norma Jean enjoyed reading and she often visited the library. Walking was a favorite activity for both exercise and as a fundraiser for charities. She also enjoyed line dancing which enabled her to be active and maintain friendships. She loved to travel both home and abroad, from the Mediterranean to Mexico. Even around the United States, her destinations included, the Grand Canyon and New Orleans as well as her last venture which was an Alaskan cruise.
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February 04, 2021 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Darmonica Renee Armstrong-Fields, 49, died Jan. 29, 2021. She was born Aug. 17, 1971.
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January 31, 2021 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Mary Catherine Pitts, 77, was born December 24, 1943 in McKeesport, PA. The beloved daughter of the late Thomas and Sarah (Coleman) White departed this life on January 24, 2021 at UPMC McKeesport. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hayward Pitts, brothers, Raymond and John A. White, and Charles Davis (whom she reared).
Mary is survived by her daughters, Marcia Pitts of Clairton, Quala Pitts of Crafton, Ashley Pitts of Houston, TX; sons, Theron Pitts of Monroeville, Omar and Quintin Pitts, both of West Mifflin; sister, Christine (Karl) Penny; nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
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January 28, 2021 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Barbara Ann Oneil-Lane, 83, was born on April 21, 1937.
The beloved daughter of the late Ulysses and Jeanette (Parks) Oneil departed this life on January 22, 2021, at AHN Jefferson Hospital. She was also preceded in death by her husband, James L. Lane, Sr., and grandson, Craig L Rhodes, Jr.
Barbara is survived by her son, Craig L. (Dianne Freeman) Rhodes, Sr. of West Mifflin, PA; grandson, Chaudre “Dre” Rhodes; great-grandson, Craig L. Rhodes; sister, Lenora Oneil of Pittsburgh; nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
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January 26, 2021 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Leonard “Curly” Spence, 79, of Homestead, Pennsylvania, departed this life peacefully on Tuesday, January 19, 2021, at the VA Hospital in Aspinwall.
He was born October 11, 1941, in Clairton, Pennsylvania to the late John and Cora Strong Spence. He was also preceded in death by his siblings, Janie, Petro, John, Roosevelt, Eddie, Harvey, Littleton, and Oleter Spence-Jacobs, stepchildren, Dewayne, and Shawn.
Curly spent most of his life working as a Machine Operator until he retired. He was a veteran, who served in the United States Army.
He leaves to mourn his loving memories, daughter, Mona (Spence) Sizemore of Penn Hills, Pennsylvania; four grandchildren, Lauren, Corey, Shawn & Robbie; two great-grandchildren, Zara & Zemora; sister, Reba King Booker of Queens, New York; son-in-law, Robert E. Sizemore, Jr.; stepchildren, Elmer, Kevin, Kareem, Tonya; nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and many friends.
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January 21, 2021 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
William John Henry, 76, was born April 18, 1944, in McKeesport, PA. The beloved son of the late John Hubert Bray, Richard J. Henry III (stepfather), and Dorothy Mae (Baker) Henry departed this life on January 17, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport. Johnny, as he was known as, retired from U.S. Steel, Irvin Works Plant where he held a variety of positions for almost 40 years.
When at all possible; you would see him pulling up to the coffee shop, with a ball cap on and driving a Cadillac. He loved his daughters, granddaughters and the Pittsburgh steelers.
He was a member of the United Steelworkers Union. Johnny is survived by his ex-wife, Dayle (Obradovich) Henry; two daughters, Michelle Elaine (Raheem) Muhammad and Denise Henry (Thomas) Barnes of McKeesport, PA; 3 grandchildren; Tommi Lynn Barnes, Mulana Anjail and Naylah Elaine Muhammad; brothers, Richard J. IV of Fort Wayne, IN, Michael (Darlene) of Elizabeth, Keith Henry of McKeesport, John and Marlowe Bray of McKeesport. Sisters, Audrey (Kenneth) Hamlin of Clairton, Sharryl (Richard) Kokoska of Port Vue, Carol Bennett, Danella, Phyllis, Loretta, Sherlyn (Lamont) Butler, Yvonne and Shelarise Bray of McKeesport. Many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
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January 19, 2021 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Petro Newby was born August 6, 1961, at McKeesport Hospital. He was the beloved son of the late Beatrice Boyle and Petro Spence. On January 10, 2021, Petro passed away at home. He was preceded in death by his parents, and siblings, Nick Newby, Darlene Green, Anthony Berry, Patricia Strode, Karen Spence, and Frederick Berry.
Petro is survived by his siblings, Yvonne (Martin) Dawson, Margurite (Edward) Fant, Johnathan (Maxiann) Newby, Steven (Patricia) Newby, Tanya (Travis) Irons, Barbra (Eric) Hatchett, Blanch (Robert) Webb, Doran (Vantelle) Newby, Debra Sumpter, Crystal Newby, Bruce Newby, Rev. Dr. Lenora Graves, Trevon Spence, Russell Spence, Ronald Berry; host of nieces and nephews; devoted companion, Rebecca Skrinjorich, Patrick, Aron, grandson PJ; extended family and friends.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Petro Newby, please visit our floral store.
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January 13, 2021 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Janice Lynn Holmes, 65, of McKeesport, passed peacefully on January 7, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport. Beloved daughter of the late Clarence Wendell and Bessie Marie Grinage Holmes, born January 14, 1955. Janice obtained a Masters in Nursing, Ph.D. in Education, and Ph.D., ABD in Public Health from the University of Pittsburgh. She received the Master’s in Divinity and a Community Service Award from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary. Janice pastored Olivet Presbyterian, West Elizabeth, PA.
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January 07, 2021 |
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Emma J. Heflin Smalley, 72, departed this life on December 31, 2020, at UPMC McKeesport. She was born July 4, 1948, the beloved daughter of the late David Bud Coleman and Minnie Tyree.
Emma is survived by her loving spouse Jonquin; two sons, Victor Tyree, Vincent Brown of McKeesport; step-son, Deon Smalley; 10 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; extended family and friends.
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January 07, 2021 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Diane L. Maultsby, 70, born March 30, 1950, in McKeesport, PA. The beloved daughter of the late Leroy and Louvata Maultsby, departed this life on January 1, 2021, at home. She was preceded in death by her brother, Anthony Maultsby.
Diane is survived by her two daughters, Dr. Tammi (Gregory) Marshall of Pittsburgh, PA, Kesha Epps of Homestead; son, Chad Epps of Duquesne; 6 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; two sisters, Barbara Jefferson of Pittsburgh, Betty Coleman of Homestead; beloved dog, Tasho; extended family, and friends.
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December 30, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Reverend Wilbert A Wilson, 68, was born October 23, 1952, in McKeesport, PA. The beloved son of the late Wilbert and Ella Louise (Alred) Wilson, Sr., departed this life on December 22, 2020, at UPMC Presbyterian, Pittsburgh, PA. He was preceded in death by his sisters Toni Opong, Rhonda Legget, and Kimberly Wilson.
Woody, as he was affectionately known, graduated from McKeesport High School and attended Chaney State University. He then enlisted into the United States Navy. Later, Woody graduated from Family Bible School, Harty Bible School, and attended The Bethlehem Baptist Church Bible Institute. He retired from the VA in Aspinwall (HJHines) where he served not only the men but was a member of the Honor Guard and a Union Steward as well.
Rev. Woody besides being the cook, gardener, and handyman that never said NO; was also an avid bowler with a high game of 279, one strike away from a perfect game. He was a devoted member of Bethlehem Baptist Church where he was ordained Reverend and became an Associate Minister. He served in the choir and loved being the Ministry Leader of the Men’s Group.
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December 30, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Derrick T. Younger, 67, was born October 20, 1953 in Pittsburgh, PA. The beloved son of the late Issac and Elma (Dudley) Younger, departed this life on December 25, 2020 at home with his family by his side.
Derrick is survived by his loving spouse Monica Younger, three sons, Derrick T Younger of San Francisco, CA, Dante Younger of McKeesport, Dorian Younger of North Versailles; daughter, Chivon (Tarus) Smith of White Oak; stepdaughter, Tomika Brown; 9 grandchildren; brother, Dewayne Jeter of Newport News, VA; sister, Shirley Taylor of McKeesport; nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
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December 22, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Cynthia Diane Bryant, 71, died Dec. 16, 2020. She was born to the late James & Mary E. Bryant on March 18, 1949 and was the beloved sister to William “Billy” Bryant (deceased). She was raised and remained a much loved and adored resident of the West Mifflin (Riverview Homes Association) community.
After graduating from West Mifflin North High School, Cynthia began her career at US Steel where she worked for a number of years. After the closing of US Steel she devoted 30 years of service to the accounts payable department at PNC Bank, where she retired in 2015. While maintaining her many roles, without complaint, Cynthia still found the time to double as the supervisor and seamstress for The Children of Praise Mime Ministry, a role which she immensely enjoyed.
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