July 15, 2018 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Dolores H. “Dolly” Navaroli Popovich, 91, passed away Saturday July 14, 2018. She was born October 28, 1926 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Gust and Catherine Bosnak Navaroli. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers Johnny, Gus and Joe Navaroli and sister Kathryn Pugh. She was a member of St. Patrick’s Church, McKeesport.
She is survived by her daughters Mary Catherine Schneider of McKeesport and Christine (Michael) Germek of McKeesport, with whom she resided. Three #1 grandchildren, Jason W. Schneider of Miami, Florida, and Amber and Kristin Germek, both of McKeesport; Sister Mollie Claar of Greenock; Sister-in-laws Joanne Navaroli of Westmorland City and Shirley Navaroli of Delmont; Many nieces and nephews and her precious grand puppies Daisy and Autumn.
Dolores was a retired medical transcriptionist in the Pathology Dept. of McKeesport Hospital for over 25 years. She loved to sew and was a wonderful seamstress. She was a devout Catholic, a “real Italian”, coffee expert, loved watching her old scary Boris Karloff movies and being a loving mom and grandmother.
Funeral arrangements by Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home; Private ceremony Tuesday, July 17, 2018. Burial in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery. Heaven got another angel
June 30, 2018 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
James P. Bongartz, 80, of Whitaker, died June 29, 2018. He was the son of the late Casper and Elizabeth (Ackerman) Bongartz. He is the husband of the late Patricia (Gracan) Bongartz. He is survived by his daughter Kelly Bongartz; sister Alberta Petruzzi, and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by sisters and a brother. Friends received Monday 3-8 at the Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne; a funeral mass will be held Tue. 11am at St. Rita's Church, interment following St. Mary's Cemetery.
June 28, 2018 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
William R. Safko, 69 of West Mifflin, died June 26, 2018. He is the son of the late Michael and Caroline Safko. He is survived by his sister Carolyn (the late Robert) Munro; also nieces and nephews, and was preceded in death by his brother Robert (Anne) Safko and sister Dorothy (late John) McNansky. Bill was a graduate of West Mifflin North H.S. and Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics. He served in the US Navy during the Viet Nam era. Friends received Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne Monday from 2:00 to 4:00 and Tuesday from noon to 1:00 pm at which time a funeral blessing will be held. Interment following at Holy Name Cemetery.
June 18, 2018 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Audrey J. Westerlund, 93 of West Mifflin, died June 18, 2018. She is the daughter of the late James and Annetta (William) Stammer and beloved wife of the late E. Glenn Westerlund. Audrey is survived by her son Charles Dean (Susan) Clemons; grandchildren Sam Clemons, Beth Maha, Glenn Clemons, Bob Clemons, Ricky Guest and Michelle Smith; also great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She is a retired cashier for Jefferson Regional Medical Center, a member of the Dravosburg United Methodist Church and former member of the Duquesne AARP. Friends received Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne, Thurs 10 to Noon, at which time a funeral service will be held. Interment following Jefferson Memorial Park.
May 26, 2018 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
David R. Smith, 73, died May 22, 2018. He is the son of the late Albert and Anna Marie (Martin) Smith. He is survived by his sister Marilyn Wright; nieces and nephews and many lifelong friends. A graveside service will be held at Riverview Cemetery at a later date. Funeral arrangements by Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne.
May 19, 2018 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Helen M. Lia, 87 of Duquesne, died May 18, 2018. She is the daughter of the late Daniel and Smilja Medich and wife of the late Salvator Lia. Helen is survived by her sons Joseph Lia and Michael (Norma) Lia; grandchildren Angela (Robert) Vogan, Michelle (Matthew) Cerasuolo, Benjamin Lia and Daniel Lia and great grandchildren Camden and Emilia. She was a member of St. Sava’s Serbian Orthodox Church; Duquesne Women’s Club and Holy Trinity Kolo. Friends received Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne Tues. 2-4 and 6-8. A Pomen will be held Tues. at 7:00 pm. A funeral liturgy will be held Wed. 10:00 am at St. Sava’s Serbian Orthodox Church with the Very Rev. Stevan Rocknage. Interment following Jefferson Memorial Park.
April 24, 2018 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Raymond P. Riemenschneider, 71, died March 31, 2018 in White Oak where he grew up. A celebration of his life will be held Sunday, April 29, 2018 at 2:00 pm at the White Oak American Legion. Funeral arrangements by Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne.
April 15, 2018 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Joann T Edder, 69, died April 13, 2018. She was preceded in death by her husband Lawrence Edder. She is the daughter of the late Nick and Rose (Salopec) Marcic. She is survived by her daughter Valerie (Matthew) Mayo; son Lewis (Lucy) Edder; and sisters Mary Ann Mozes, Marie Vukelja, Antoinette Cisar, and Cathy Bercik. She was preceded in death by her sister Bernice Lia. Joann was a member of Christ the Light of the World Parish. Friends received Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquense Tue. from 2-8pm. A funeral blessing will be held at 6pm with Father Tom Lewandowski.
April 04, 2018 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Raymond P. Riemenschneider, 71, died March 31, 2018 in White Oak where he grew up. A celebration of his life is planned for a later date. Funeral arrangements by Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne.
April 02, 2018 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Josephine A. Traud, 83 of West Mifflin, died March 31, 2018. She is the wife of the late Bernard J. Traud. She is survived by her children Kenneth Traud, Bernard Traud, Theresa Metosky, Kim Wilson, William Traud and Randy Traud; grandchildren Nick, Chris, Josh, Crystal, Laura, Susie, Tiffany, Daniel and Michael and 12 great grandchildren. She was prededed in death by a son Paul and granddaughter Kimmie. Joy was a member of Grace United Church of Christ in Duquesne. Friends received Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne, Mon. 2-4 and 6-8. A funeral service will be held Tues. 11:00 am in the funeral home with Rev. Jim Condron. Interment following Jefferson Memorial Park.
March 03, 2018 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Karl E. "Sonny" Haney, 86, of West Mifflin, died March 2, 2018. He is the son of the late Karl and Bertha (Evans) Haney. Karl is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years Madeline (Shidel) Haney; children Karl (Jillian) Haney, Kathleen (the late Nicholas) Bracco, Patti Walendziewicz and Marcia (Chris) Rogers; grandchildren Anthony (Tanaz), Joseph and Leeanne Bracco, Andrew, Erin and Danielle Walendziewicz; Kaitlyn Haney; Samantha and Nicholas Rogers; great grandchildren Gabriella, Isabella, Adalina, Hannah, Kasey, Aiden and Elijah. Karl was retired from Keystone Auto Parts in Christy Park; was a member of Christ the Light of the World Parish; American Legion Post 701 and served in the US Army Korean War where he attained the rank of Staff Sergeant. He loved spending time with his family and friends, his plants and animals, camping and working with his hands. Friends received Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne, Mon. 6-8 and Tues. 2-8. A funeral blessing will be held Wed. 9:30 am in the funeral home followed by a 10:00 am mass at Holy Name Church with Father Tom Lewandowski. Interment immediately following at Lebanon Church Cemetery.
February 15, 2018 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Janet M. Bicsey, 61 of Largo, FL, formerly of Pittsburgh, died Feb. 9, 2018 from cancer. She is the daughter of the late Edward and Elsie Bicsey. She is survived by her daughter Kimberly Kruszka of McKeesport, Ex-husband Alan Kruszka of Duquesne, sister Constance Behrns; grandchildren Beth Clark and Shane Clark; also nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister Karen Jones. Janet was employed by IAS Services in Florida. Friends received Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne, Mon. 11 to 1:00 pm at which time a blessing will be held with Father Tom Lewandowski. Interment following St. Hedwig Cemetery.
February 15, 2018 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Lucille M. Pirhalla, 88 of Duquesne, died Jan. 18, 2018. She is the daughter of the late Andrew and Mary Pirhalla. Lucille is survived by nieces Deborah Daley and Kathy Sheley and was preceded in death by her brother Andrew Pirhalla. A funeral blessing will be held Friday, Feb. 16, 2018 at noon at the Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne at Noon with Father Tom Lewandowski.
January 23, 2018 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Mary Ann Stefan, 96, of Duquesne, died Jan. 22, 2018. She is the daughter of the late Michael and Mary Mykytyn. She is the wife of the late Michael Stefan. Mary Ann is survived by her son Larry (Cheryl) Stefan of West Mifflin; grandson Clinton Stefan of West Mifflin; and nieces Audrey (Jack) Resnik and Sylvia (John) Ugstandt. She was preceded in death by her brother Charles Mykytyn, sister Stella Obrosky and grandson Brandon Stefan. Mary Ann was a member of Christ the Light of the World Parish. Friends received Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne, Thurs. 2-4 and 6-8. A funeral blessing will be held Fri. at Noon in the funeral home with Father Tom Lewandowski, followed by a 12:30 pm funeral mass at Holy Name Church. Interment following St. Hedwig Cemetery.
January 12, 2018 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Eva J. Zeleznik, 101 of Duquesne, wife of the late John Zeleznik, died Jan. 8, 2018. She is the daughter of the late Maximillion and Anna (Purgaric) Wandrey. She is survived by her daughters Roberta (Michael) Robbe of Export and Patricia (John) Hornyak of Wallingford, CT; grandchildren George (Kathy) and Mark (Nancy) Hornyak; great grandchildren Jack, Julia, Nathan, Bailey and Cole; brother-in-law G. Richard Misenhelter; also many nieces and nephews. Eva was preceded in death by her brother Robert (Mary) Wandrey; brother-in-laws Michael (Irene) Zeleznik, Myles (Elsie) Zeleznik and Albert "Timmy" Zeleznik; sister-in-laws Marie Janesko and Lydia Misenhelter. Eva was a very active member of St. John Mark Lutheran Church in Homestead; was a Girl Scout leader for over 20 years; was a member of both the Duquense and Allegheny County Women's Club, where she was an active volunteer for Operation Smile. In her youth, Eva was an avid tennis player, belonging to a church league, consisting of 5 teams, of which she was the only female. She had many hobbies, including hat making, sewing, knitting, crocheting and golf, but her passion was cards. She belonged to several card clubs and played every chance she got. A memorial service will be held Feb. 3, 2018 at St. John Mark Lutheran Church at 2:00 pm. Funeral arrangements by Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the church in Eva's memory.
