June 29, 2025 |
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Janice M. Girovsky, 82, of McKeesport, died June 27, 2025. She is the daughter of the late David and Helen (Wozniak) Obrosky and wife of the late Michael Semko and the late Michael Girovsky. She is survived by her step son Robert (Jodi) Girovsky; granddaughter Melanie Girovsky; brother Larry (Elizabeth) Obrosky; niece Jennifer (Jim) McCalla; nephew Paul (Katie) Obrosky; and great niece Ashley McCalla. Janice was a retired nurse’s aid for Riverside Nursing Home and a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish. Friends wil be received at the Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne on Wed. from Noon to 2 pm, at which time a funeral blessing will be held. Interment following St. Hedwig Cemetery.
May 07, 2025 |
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Doreen (Dory) Collins, 60, of Mckeesport formally of Duquesne died May 7th, 2025. She is the daughter of the late Homer and Lois (Marshall) Smouse. She is survived by her beloved husband Randy Collins; children Richard Crammer, Kristina Crammer, and Melissa Ulrich; brother Jim Smouse of West Newton; sisters Jane Horan of Duquesne, Debbie Manella of Conway, SC, and LeeAnn Denardo of Brandon, Fl. She was preceded in death by her daughter Brandi Collins. She was a member of the former Holy Name Church. Friends will be received at the Teichart-Gracan funeral home, Duquesne on Saturday from 3-6.
May 02, 2025 |
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Cynthia Ann Sullivan-Theis, 65, of Cranberry, died May 1, 2025. She is the daughter of the late James and Doris (Donaldson) Sullivan. She is survived by her beloved husband John Howard Theis, son Jack (Amanda) Theis, daughters Katie and Amanda Theis; grandchildren Caleb, Zoey, Parker and Hallie; brother Timothy (Lorraine) Sullivan; nephew Timothy (Rachael) Sullivan, Jr. and niece Lorraine “Rainey” (Parker) Fulton. Friends will be received at the Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne on Wed. from 2 to 8. A funeral blessing will be held Thurs. 10:30 am in the funeral home. Entombment following at Mt. Vernon Cemetery.
March 26, 2025 |
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Lorraine A. Lyle, 68, of West Mifflin, died March 25, 2025. She is the daughter of the late Robert "Shorty" and Marge Fierst. She is survived by her beloved husband William "Bill" Lyle; daughters Michelle (John) Kraus and Hope (Pete) Cardinal; son John Kimble; grandchildren Brittany, John, Vincent, Abbie, Devan, Michael, Corey, Jadan and LeeLee; many great grandchildren; and siblings Linda, Lisa, Lori, Loretta, Bobby and John John She was preceded in death by granddaughters Jennnifer Rose and Ayllaina. Lorraine loved bingo and penny slot machines. Friends will be received at the Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne on Fri. from 2 to 7, at which time a funeral service will be held.
February 18, 2025 |
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Rhoda G. West, 95, of Duquesne, died Feb. 9, 2025. She is the daughter of the Andrew and Tillie Gavlik and beloved wife of the late Harold O. West, Sr. Rhoda is survived by her son Harold (Anne) West; daughter Joy (the late David) Chickering; son-in-law Edward Rust; grandchildren Deborah, David, Danielle, Jeremy, Mandy and Michael; great grandchildren Cole, Quinn, Kaylah, Jayden and Ezra. She was preceded in death by her daughter Jill Rust; brothers Andrew Gavlik and Lawrence Gavlik and sister Rosemary O’Mara. She was a member of the First Evangelical Free Church in McKeesport. Friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life for Rhoda on Friday, Feb. 21, 2025 at 3:00 pm at the First Evangelical Free Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First Evangelical Free Church in her name.
January 13, 2025 |
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Mary Ellen Ference (Mimi), a woman of many scarves, passed away in the early morning on Fri., Jan. 10, 2025, at the age of 86. She was a long time resident of West Mifflin, where her favorite spot was her front porch. She welcomed anyone at any time to come sit on her porch and talk about life. Mary Ellen, also known as Mimi, became a mother to all, and her door was always open. She loved having her grandkids running in and out taking candy out of her candy jar, or grabbing a Klondike bar, or a donut, which was her favorite snack, no matter the time of the day. She will be missed by all. She is the daughter of the late Charles and Margaret (Duffy) Barker and beloved wife of the late Michael “Buddy” Ference. She is survived by her children Michelle (Michael) Martin, Steve (Kelly) Ference and Michael (Kathleen) Ference; grandchildren Michelle (John) Reynolds, Abbe Danlovich, Raychel Kovac, Kierstin Ference, Kelsey Ference, Andrea Ference, Michael Kamouyerou, Andreas Kamouyerou and Sophia Kamouyerou; great grandchildren Dylan Reynolds, Jeffery Nichols, Gavin Reynolds, Jordan Nebinski, Soph (JR) Nebinski, Jayce Nebinski, Liam Young, Delilah Ortiz, Leila Kamouyerou and Mila Kamouyerou; brother Charles Barker; sister Nancy Gribble; also many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son Kenneth Ference; daughter-in-law Darla Ference; great great granddaughter Ta’Layah Nichols; brother Richard “Ebby” Barker and sister Ann “Levitte” Haas. Mary Ellen was a member of the First Evangelical Free Church in McKeesport. A private visitation was held at the Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home. A public funeral service will be held on Thurs. 11:00 am at the First Evangelical Free Church in McKeesport with Pastor Kevin Labby. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Childrens Research Hospital.
December 06, 2024 |
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Lois E. Bednar, 95, of Duquesne, died Dec. 5, 2024. She is the daughter of the late Wilbert (Bill) and Ethel Anderson and beloved wife of the late Arthur Bednar. Lois is survived by her sons Mark (Mary Ann) Bednar and Dave (Catherine) Bednar; nieces Carole Anderson, Mary Beth Douglass, Cynthia Holland and Leslie Douglass; nephew Carl (Laura) Anderson and great niece Rebecca Anderson. She was preceded in death by her brother Wilbur "Billy"(Esther) Anderson. Lois was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Duquesne. Friends will be received at the Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne, on Mon. from 3 to 6. A funeral service will be held Tues. 10:00 am in the funeral home with Pastor John Gropp officiating. Interment following Jefferson Memorial Park.
November 13, 2024 |
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Virginia “Ginny” M. Kostelnik, 81, of West Mifflin, died Nov. 12, 2024. She is the daughter of the late Steve and Helen (Pollack) Kollar and beloved wife of the late Wayne Kostelnik. Ginny is survived by her daughter Dawn (David) Kuchma; son David Kostelnik; son-in-law, Nick Kurimsky ; grandchildren Taylor, Matt and Julia; and sister Phyllis (the late Joseph) Kovalcik. She was preceded in death by her daughter Debie Kurimsky. Ginny was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish. She loved her Pittsburgh sports teams, Steelers, Pirates and Penguins and everyone attending her viewing is asked to wear their favorite black in gold in her memory. Friends will be received at the Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne on Friday from 2 to 8. A funeral blessing will be held Sat. 10:00 am in the funeral home. Interment will follow in the St. Hedwig Cemetery.
September 20, 2024 |
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Beverly J. Cunningham, 90, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024 at Kane Regional Center in McKeesport. She was born March 15, 1934 in Duquesne. She is the daughter of the late Anthony H. Berta and Helen (Holman) Berta. Beverly was a homemaker and a member of the Eastern Star. In her lifetime she enjoyed word search puzzles and people watching. Her favorite thing to do was goint out to eat. In addtion to her parenst, Beverly was preceded in death by her loved husband of over 50 years, Robert James Cunningham and two brothers Albert Berta and Edward Berta. She is survived by her children James (the late Lisa) Cunningham, Nancy (Ken) Douglass and Cathy (Ed) Moody; grandchildren Anthony and Robby Douglass, Brandon and Jonathan Moody; great grandchildren Aria, Blake and Maverick. Friends will be received at the Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne on Mon. from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8. A funeral service will be held Tues. 11:00 am at the funeral home. Interment following Jefferson Memorial Park.
September 14, 2024 |
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Judith Ann Spell, 79, of White Oak, passed away Friday, Sept. 13, 2024, peacefully at home during her nightly Jeopardy. Judy is the wife of the late Robert Spell and beloved mother of Hilary Spell and the late James McCombs. She is survived by her brother and sisters in laws, Edie (the late Jack) Spell and William and Debbie Spell; special niece Bonnie (Dan) Weissert; nephews Robert Riemenschneider, Jack (Karen) Spell and Bill Spell; nieces Jenna (Jay) Tewell and Lisa Spell; also great nieces and nephews; great friends Kathy Caparelli and Jan Stojanovic; godson Craig Stojanovic. In addition to her parents, Clyde and Genevieve (Mellinger) Riemenschneider, she was preceded in death by her brothers Ray and Clyde (the late Audrey) Riemenschneider. Judy was a graduate of McKeesport High School, class of 1962, and California University. She was proud of her career as an English Teacher for South Allegheny School District and was a member of the McKeesport College Club and First Presbyterian Church in Duquesne. Special thank you to Karen from AHN Hospice and the girls, Cindy, Dakota, Dolly, Norma and Taya. Thank you for being there and helping her be at home. Friends will be received at the Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne on Monday from 2 to 8 and on Tuesday at the First Presbyterian Church from 10 to 11, at which time a funeral service will be held with Rev. Judy Slater. Interment following Mt. Vernon Cemetery.
July 08, 2024 |
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William E. Banks, 76 of Dravosburg, formerly of McKeesport, passed away peacefully on July 6,2024, at home after a short battle with cancer. Born to William E. Banks and Marjorie (Banks) Sopko on May 6, 1948. Affectionately known as Billy, he was the loving husband of 52 years to LaVerne (McKelvey) Banks. In addition to his beloved wife LaVerne, he is survived by his daughter Brandy (Jeremy) Linn, grandchildren Lauren (Derek) Zinkhon, Riley (Grace) Linn, Natalie Linn and Caleb Linn of Springfield, Ohio and granddaughter Baylee Banks of West Mifflin, Pa, siblings Thomas Banks, Larry Banks, Barbara Zapf and many nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, he is preceeded in death by his son Benjamin W. Banks and sister Geraldine Filson. Billy served his country while being enlisted in the U.S. Army as a Military Police Officer. He also worked as a Corrections Officer for the State of Pennsylvania. He was a member of the Dravosburg American Legion Post 380 and was the one and only President of the Dravosburg Volunteer Fire Departments #1 Social Club. A Catholic Mass will be held Wed., July 17, 2024 at 10:00 am at St. Joseph Church, followed by a repast at D.V.F.D. #1, 598 Ravine St., Dravosburg. In lieu of flowers, the family requestes donations to be made to The Jodie Matta-Dillinger Foundation and/or Dravosburg Volunteer Fire Department #1.
April 29, 2024 |
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Catherine "Cathy" E. Lindamood, 78, of Duquesne, died April 28, 2024. She is the daughter of the late Michael and Catherine (Balog) Dovichin and beloved wife of the late Harry Lindamood. She is survived by her daughter Sherry Lindamood; son Harry "Skip" (Kathy) Lindamood; grandchildren Brittany (Robert) Pierce and Brandon (Amy Pernicano) Bost; great grandchildren Charlotte Rose and Wyatt Robert; brother Michael (Colleen) Dovichin; nieces Erin and Brook and nephew Colin. Cathy was a retired health insurance administrator for Highmark and was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Duquesne. Funeral arrangements by Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to White Oak Animal Safe Have No Kill Shelter, 2295 Lincoln Way, White Oak Pa 15131; https://whiteoakanimalsafehaven.com.
April 03, 2024 |
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“Bob” Robert E. Duvall, 93, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend passed away peacefully with his family by his side in Neptune Beach, FL on April 1, 2024. A 67 year resident of North Huntingdon, PA, he married on August 22, 1956 to the late Mary Kay (Gracan) Duvall, the love of his life who passed away almost one year ago on April 11, 2023. Together they enjoyed gardening, the church, and vacations to Florida to visit their family. He is the son of the late Joseph R. and Virginia (Schrecengost) Duvall. He was preceded in death by his twin brother, William “Bill” (Gladys) Duvall. He is survived by his sons Robert (Ann) Duvall and David (Lori) Duvall; grandchildren Jake, Marissa and Olivia Duvall. Bob devoted his entire life to the Presbyterian Church of Pitcairn where he fell in love with Jesus, from baptism to treasurer, teaching Sunday School, becoming an Elder, he shared the wisdom. Over the years Bob was involved with youth sports organizations such as the local PAL by coaching and refereeing; graduate of Westminster College 1958; drafted and served as a Corporal in the 10th Infantry Division, U.S. Army during the Korean War; Mason at Chapter No.799; retired executive from Rockwell International Valve Division; was an avid golfer, a previous member at the Edgewood County Club; very proud of his baseball career including a 1958 NAIA State Baseball Championship for Westminster and alongside his father and brother he was inducted into the PA East Boro Sports Hall of Fame in 2002. Friends will be received at the Joseph F. Ott Funeral Home this Friday, April 5, 2024 from 5-8 pm. Funeral services will be held Saturday at the Presbyterian Church of Pitcairn, with visitation starting at 10 am and church service following at 11 am. Interment will follow at Penn Lincoln Memorial Park with full military honors. Flowers can be sent to the Ott Funeral Home or Memorial contributions can be made in his name to the Presbyterian Church of Pitcairn. Arrangements by the Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home.
March 18, 2024 |
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Jennifer Lynn Hopper, age 47, of Kingwood, Texas passed away unexpectedly on Friday, March 15, 2024. She was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on February 2, 1977, to Ronald and Arlene Burger.
Jen graduated from East Allegheny High School and received a Bachelor of Science degree from The University of Pittsburgh.
She was married to her high school sweetheart, Steve Hopper, for over 23 years. A mother of four, blessed by God, she embraced being the ultimate boy mom and was a cherished friend to everyone she met. Every birthday, every holiday was filled with celebration and happiness because she always wanted the very best for her family. Her boys, Colton, Connor, Collin and Cordan, were her greatest achievements and the joys of her life. Her support for Steve was unwavering.
Jen loved reading, gardening, working in the yard and just being outside. She enjoyed shopping with her mom and talking with friends and family on the phone, especially her Gram Smith. Vacations with her family and her parents were always a highlight. But, watching the boys play baseball, soccer, golf or just anything they were involved in was her favorite thing! She loved posting photos of the boys fishing with their Grandpap. There are no words to describe what a devoted mother Jen was to her boys.
She was the best wife, mother, and daughter anyone could ask for, a supportive and loving sister to Matt Burger (wife Shawna), caring sister-in-law to Eric (wife Melanie), Bryan (wife Barb), and Michael Hopper (wife Melissa), thoughtful and loving aunt to all her nieces and nephews, heartfelt daughter-in-law to Larry and Elaine Hopper, and a warmhearted granddaughter, niece, and cousin. She is adored by her family.
Jen’s friends were so very important to her. She treasured every one of them and loved them with all her heart. Jen was a compassionate neighbor to those around her.
Jennifer Lynn Hopper is survived by husband Steve Hopper, her sons Colton, Connor, Collin and Cordan, her brother, Matthew Burger, and her parents Ronald and Arlene Burger.
Her spirit lives within us and she will be in our hearts forever! Jen is truly unforgettable.
