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Wanda M. (Kruszka) Buri

November 04, 2019 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Wanda M. (Kruszka) Buri, age 98, of Bridgeville, formerly of North Versailles, passed away Sunday, November 3, 2019. She was born February 16, 1921 in Duquesne, a daughter of the late Valentine and Antoninia Kruszka. She was a member of St. Robert Bellarmine Church in East McKeesport. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of over 64 years David T. Buri; daughter Wanda McGuigan; and 13 brothers and sisters. She is survived by her children Michael J. (Louise) Belak of Valencia, Daniel (Nancy) Buri of North Huntingdon and Lynne (Michael) LeViseur of Bethel Park; grandchildren John Costantino, Michael (Jennifer) Belak, Michael (Stacey) LaViseur and Rachel LeViseur; and great grandchildren Dylan and Trevor Belak.

 
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Suzanna (Adam) Miller

November 04, 2019 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Suzanna (Adam) Miller, 86, of Irwin, died Friday November 1, 2019, at Golden Heights, Irwin. She was born June 18, 1933 in East Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late John and Anna (Durocik) Adam. She was a retired secretary for Westinghouse and a member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Irwin, where she sang in the choir and was a member of the WELCA. She was a wonderful baker and cook. She enjoyed wintering in Florida with her husband for many years and was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and neighbor. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her siblings Rev. John Adam, Anna Adam, and Mary Ann Hredzak. She is survived by her husband of sixty four years Lloyd Paul Miller; her children Daniel P. (Joell) Miller, Paula (Tony) DeLuise, and Diane Ozegovich all of North Huntingdon; her grandchildren Danine Miller (Ryan Temoshenka), Faith (Eric) Attanucci, Anna (Corey) Read, Amanda DeLuise, Rachel Ozegovich, Adam Ozegovich, Daniel Brotz, and Abigale Brotz; a brother Michael Adam; sister in law Dorothy Adam; also numerous nieces and nephews.

 
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Kenneth L. Root

November 04, 2019 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Kenneth L. Root, 71, of North Huntingdon, died Friday, November 1, 2019, at home. He was born April 1, 1948 in Pitcairn, a son of the late LaVerne T. Root and also preceded in death by his brother Ruel D. Root. Prior to retirement he was a salesperson for Labuda Farm Services, Hermine. Ken was a motorcycle enthusiast, collector of model trains, and enjoyed listening to country music.

 
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Rosemae (Rothrauff) Lyden

October 21, 2019 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Rosemae (Rothrauff) Lyden, 94, of Monroeville, died Friday October 18, 2019. She was born May 21, 1925 in East McKeesport, a daughter of the late Thomas and Devora Rothrauff and was also preceded in death by siblings Betty Flickinger, Thomas Rothrauff, and James Rothrauff. She was a retired supervisor for G.C Murphy Co. She is survived by her children William J. Kessler and Sandra Christopher; a sister Patricia Peyninghaus; also nieces and nephews.
 
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Carol I. (Heller) Trappen

October 17, 2019 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

 
Carol I. (Heller) Trappen, 79, of Elizabeth Township, died October 15, 2019. She was born December 25, 1939 in Braddock, a daughter of the late Harry E. and Irene C. (Marsula) Heller and was also preceded in death by her husband Gilbert C. “Gil” Trappen and a brother Harry E. “Butch” Heller. She was a retired nurse receiving an associate degree in nursing from McKeesport Hospital School of Nursing and was a member of the board of directors of the McKeesport Hospital School of Nursing Alumni Association. She was a member of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, McKeesport.
 
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Darlene R. Wilson

October 11, 2019 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Darlene R. Wilson, age 71, of Duquesne, passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2019. She was born September 1, 1948 in Homestead, a daughter of the late Lewis and Margaret Wilson Jr. She worked of over 40 years as a beautician at John’s Beauty Shop in White Oak and was a long time member of the Christ Lutheran Church in Duquesne. She is survived by her sister Donna (James) Reyes of North Huntingdon and her brother Lewis B. (Rose) Wilson III of Ardara.

 
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Georgeanne W. (Wallace) Faison

September 26, 2019 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Georgeanne W. (Wallace) Faison, age 81, of North Versailles passed away on Tuesday, September 24, 2019. She was born March 26, 1938 in Wilmerding, a daughter of the late George and Mary Wallace. She was a member of St. Robert Bellarmine Church in East McKeesport and worked as a travel agent for over 31 years before retiring. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of over 58 years James R. Faison. She is survived by her children Michelle (Paul) Wassel of Scottdale and James R. (Bernadette) Faison Jr. of Murrysville; grandchildren Mallory Schank of McKeesport and Ross Schank of White Oak; and sisters Doreen and Sandy.

 
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Helen F. (Sichitano) Yaderosa

September 17, 2019 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Helen F. (Sichitano) Yaderosa, age 96, of Manheim, formerly of North Versailles, passed away Monday, September 16, 2019 at Mt. Hope Nazarene Community. She was born February 4, 1923 in Braddock, a daughter of the late Michael and Francis (Grillo) Sichitano. She was a longtime member of St. Robert Bellarmine Church in East McKeesport and was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. She worked as a clerk at G.C. Murphy in Wilkinsburg before devoting her time to raising their children. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Joseph C. Yaderosa; and son John M. Yaderosa; 5 sisters; and 4 brothers. She is survived by her daughter Judy (Dale) Taylor of Manheim; grandchildren Melissa (Shane) Taylor Siford, Jason (Amy Gordon) A. Taylor and Lauren (Angel) Taylor Medina all of Lancaster; great granddaughters Kyla Siford, Kelleigh Medina, great grandsons Justin Siford, Braelon Siford, Jacob Medina, Samuel Medina, Brody Taylor and Max Medina; sister Kay Benkovich.

 
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Dennis M. Barton

September 09, 2019 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Dennis M. Barton, 81, of Irwin, died Friday September 6, 2019 at Transitions Healthcare, North Huntingdon. He was born December 25, 1937 in Wegley, the son of the late Walter and Alice (Youngstead) Barton. He was a retired employee of Parker Hannifin, a former employee of Westinghouse Electric Corp., and also drove school bus for Laidlaw. He was an Army National Guard veteran, a member of Bushy Run American Legion, the American Legion Riders, the Manor Center County Hunters Camp, and St. Joseph Polish Club. He is survived by his wife Sandra (Hodder) Barton; his sons Dennis M. Barton Jr. and Todd M. Barton; and his grandchildren Jacqualyn, Aubrey, Felicity, and Dennis M. Barton III.

 
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James Herald Cain

September 05, 2019 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

James Herald Cain, age 99, of Greensburg, formerly of North Versailles, passed away Friday August 30, 2019. He was born March 29, 1920 in White Valley, the son of the late Thomas and Emma Cain. He served in the Navy during World War II and then went onto work as a machinist at Westinghouse for over 35 years before retiring. He was a longtime member of St. Robert Bellarmine Church in East McKeesport and was always proud of his loving family. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife Mercedes Burkhardt. He is survived by his daughters Mary Lou (Stan) Uram of Jeanette and Nancy (Steve) Hudacko of Greensburg; grandchildren Patrick (Elizabeth) Hudacko, Rae Ann (Dwayne) Santivicca, Amie (Jason) Yost, Greg Martin and Michael (Sharon) Martin; 12 great grandchildren; and little sister (who is 96 years old) Agnes Sergy of Braddock.

 
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Jean E. (Koloski) Glass

September 01, 2019 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Jean E. (Koloski) Glass, 87, of Greensburg, formerly of North Versailles, died Tuesday August 27, 2019. She was born April 27, 1932 in Trafford, a daughter of the late Henry and Jennie (Lorenz) Koloski and was also preceded in death by her husband Charles E. Glass Jr. and a sister Marge (the late John) Bianchi. Jean was a member of St. Robert Bellarmine Church, East McKeesport. She is survived by her sons Ronald C. (Chris) Glass of Edgewood, MD, and David L. (Vickie) Glass of Greensburg; her grandchildren Andy Glass, Lauren (Michael) Schwartz, Katie Moore, Marisa (Desmond) Connolly, Derek Glass, Thomas Umphlett, and Christine (Aaron) Patton; 11 great grandchildren; also 3 nephews, a niece, and a cousin Eugene Cawoski.
 
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Alice Faye (Peabody) Bealko

August 25, 2019 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Alice Faye (Peabody) Bealko, age 86, a longtime resident of Irwin Manor, passed away peacefully in her sleep Wednesday, August 21, 2019. She was born August 29, 1932 in Louisville, KY, a daughter of the late Russell E. and Rose O. Peabody. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a son-in-law Dennis Petrovay; a brother Jerry Peabody; and a sister Roberta Howell. Alice lived a life full of love for family and friends. She enjoyed fishing, bingo, traveling, and her scratch off tickets. She is survived by her daughters Beverly Petrovay of North Huntingdon, Veronica Walker of Port Orange, Florida and Susan (Dennis) James of North Huntingdon; her grandchildren Kristi, Rick, Rebekah, Lisa, Joanna, Alexis, Amy, Jeremy, and Dennis; her great grandchildren Chelsy, Brandy Steeley, Destiney, , Giovanni III, Miranda, Harley, Alex, Jerry, R.J., Adam, Zachary, George, Madden, Eli, Marina, Aaron, Nevada, Arianna, Brady, Layla, and Mya; and her great-great grandchildren Kyle, Lauren, Alexandria, Madison, and Giovanni IV.
 
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James W. Byard

August 25, 2019 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

James W. Byard, 62 of Irwin, died Tuesday, August 20, 2019 at home. He was born September 21, 1956 in McKeesport, a son of the late William Dal and Marion E. (Geruschat) Byard and was also preceded in death by his twin brother Jeffrey C. Byard. He was a graduate of Penn State University and was employed by Shred-it, Pittsburgh. He is survived by his siblings Robert D Byard of Columbus, OH and Karen M. (Phillip) Gregar of Trafford; also nieces and nephews.
 
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Carol A. (Ehrlich) Humphries

August 21, 2019 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Carol A. (Ehrlich) Humphries, age 61, passed away Monday, August 19, 2019. She was born February 18, 1958 in Lawrenceville, a daughter of the late George and May Ehrlich. She worked in accounts receivable for Matthews International, Inc. in Pittsburgh, was an avid camper at Roaring Run Camp ground in Donegal, loved gardening and spending holiday’s and Steeler Sunday’s with family. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her brother George Ehrlich; and sister Susan Houck. She is survived by her husband of 44 years Randall E. Humphries; children Sherrie Durr and Randall E. (Dana) Humphries Jr.; grandchildren Brendan Hill, Lexie Hill and Matthew Durr; brother Thomas (Della) Ehrlich; and her beloved dog Thumper.
 
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Mark J. Lazzaro

August 18, 2019 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Mark J. Lazzaro, 76, of North Huntingdon, went to be with his Lord and Savior August 17, 2019. He was born September 21, 1942 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Joseph J. and Josephine M. (Mazzei) Lazzaro. Mark was a bus driver for most of his working life and drove over 3,600,000 miles as a safe bus driver. He worked for Lincoln Coach, Pennsylvania Coach, 88 Transit, and Community Life. He also worked at Sam’s Club. At age 59 he rode his bike with friends 45 miles from Ohiopyle to Sutersville.
 
Mark excelled at everything he did. He was a member of Norwin Christian & Missionary Alliance Church where he served as an elder, a devoted Sunday school teacher and was in charge of the church van. Mark battled cancer courageously and valiantly with a trust and faith in Jesus as his savior beyond all measure. Mark was a Marine Corps disabled veteran and a member of the Marine Corps League.
 
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