December 28, 2024 |
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Marlene C. Tiskiewicz, age 88 of Port Vue died December 26, 2024 at home. Born April 22, 1936 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Margaret (Smith) and the late Roy Wiggins, Sr. and the wife of 58 loving years to the late Richard J. Tiskiewicz.
Marlene worked for over 10 years as a bookkeeper at the former G.C. Murphy Co., where she inadvertently developed a lifelong love of shopping. She also loved decorating for every holiday, inside and outside of her home in Port Vue, along with meticulously caring for her yard. Marlene's greatest joy was spending time with and watching her grandchildren and great-grandchildren grow up.
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December 27, 2024 |
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David A. Smith, Sr., age 53, of McKeesport, died May 23, 2024. Born February 27, 1971, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late David G. and Debra (Scherm) Smith. David worked as a mechanic in McKeesport for many years, first at his garage on Versailles Ave., and then for Cherepko's Auto Sales.
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December 13, 2024 |
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Roberta S. Einhorn, age 73 of McKeesport died December 12, 2024 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. Born December 11, 1951 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Ruth (Hall) Shaw, and the wife of the late Michael Einhorn.
Roberta enjoyed spending time with her family and crocheting. She had a deep love for cats, owning and caring for several throughout her life.
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December 12, 2024 |
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Madeline D. Fleegle, age 98, of McKeesport, died December 11, 2024, at Kane Community Living Center in McKeesport. She was born November 18, 1926, in Brownsville and was the wife of the late Richard Fait. Madeline worked for many years as a receptionist at Franklin Interiors in Pittsburgh. She was a member of the Slovak Club in Rankin and enjoyed spending time at the Deli Hut in 10th Ward playing the machines.
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December 10, 2024 |
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David Shearer, age 63, of McKeesport, died December 7, 2024, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. Born November 4, 1961, in Braddock, he was the son of the late William Maxwell Shearer and Margaret (Ord) Shearer-Zawasky and fiance of Judy (Oddo) Barber.
David dedicated much of his life to his work as a roofer, honing skills that helped many in his community. His hands, calloused yet gentle, carried a profound knowledge that turned houses into homes. In retirement, he found joy in his other passions, particularly fixing cars and motorcycles. Nothing brought him more satisfaction than breathing new life into machines, a testament to his creativity and steadfast dedication.
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December 10, 2024 |
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Kimberly A. (Tkach) Sloss, age 67, of Liberty Borough, died at home peacefully in her sleep after a long battle with dementia on December 1, 2024. Born November 3, 1957, in West Mifflin, she was the daughter of the late Joseph A. "Sonny" and Evelyn "Sis" (Skovranko) Tkach.
Born with a nurturing spirit, Kim dedicated her life to caring for others as a Certified Nursing Assistant, a role that encompassed her passion for kindness and compassion. Kim was a devoted mother to her daughter, Cara Sloss, and the proudest grandmother to her grandsons, who were the light of her life. There wasn't an event she would miss, her infectious enthusiasm and unwavering support made her their number one fan, and she embraced the role of "grandma" to all children who had the privilege of knowing her.
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December 06, 2024 |
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Theresa (Arroyo) Fry, age 82 of Greensburg died December 4, 2024 at Grandview Estates. Born September 18, 1942 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Maria (Primerano) and Antonio Arroyo, and the wife of the late Jack E. Fry Jr.
Theresa worked various jobs throughout her life. Theresa and Jack enjoyed attending Oldie shows, dancing, and the classic car shows. When she wasn't entertaining her family on the holidays, she enjoyed trips to the casinos to play the slots and the many wonderful places her and her husband traveled to. She was able to visit Italy and Hawaii; They drove cross country, visiting Vegas, the West Coast and many other places along the way.
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December 05, 2024 |
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Tammy J. Snyder-Crotti, age 54 of McKeesport died December 3, 2024 at Canterbury Place. Born July 2, 1970 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Leo Snyder and Paula (McDowell) Vargo.
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December 04, 2024 |
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Julie Victor, 58, was a kind-hearted, sweet, and selfless soul who brought joy and warmth to everyone she met. She loved her family deeply and was known for her generosity, always going out of her way to brighten the lives of others. She loved to bake and cook. Julie's holiday cookie trays were legendary, she baked with love for friends and family, and she saved for months to thoughtfully give gifts to those she cared about.
Julie loved animals, children, and life's simple pleasures. She was a devoted fan of music especially KISS and Ozzy Osbourne and enjoying her favorites: Turners Tea, filet mignon, and french fries.
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December 02, 2024 |
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Erin Alyece (Gallagher) Currie, age 53 of Port Vue, formerly of Florida, died November 21, 2024, at home. Born March 11, 1971, in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Donald and Margie "Pam" (Popp) Gallagher.
Erin grew up in Pittsburgh and moved to Ft. Lauderdale, FL as a teenager. She proudly served in the United State Air Force, and later earned her Associates Degree in English. Erin was an avid animal lover her entire life, and was extremely devoted to her own dogs. Erin was vibrant and lively; she loved dancing in her youth.
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December 01, 2024 |
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Elizabeth Ann Andre, age 88, of Liberty Boro died November 29, 2024, at home. Born in Morgan, PA, she married Michael Andre, whom she met while roller skating, a few years after high school and they started a family. Of all the gifts she shared with her children, perhaps the most important was her love of learning; it's no wonder that both Dan and Cheryl chose to become professional educators as important parts of their career paths.
Betty also worked for nearly 25 years as a waitress at several restaurants including her longest tenure at Skyvue Restaurant. She enjoyed baking, crafting, embroidery, and quilting, and was an award winning crocheter! She was a member of Saints Joachim and Anne Parish where she attended St. Eugene Church and formerly sang in the choir and was a past member of the Christian Mothers. Although she was not a traveler, she found great joy in traveling to Luxembourg with her daughter to see the origin of their family and also visit some sites where her brothers fought in World War II.
Betty was especially fond of her Westie Rescue dog, Poohpee, and the two were inseparable.
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November 29, 2024 |
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Anna Mae "Annie" Wahrenberger, age 88, of Port Vue, died November 24, 2024, at AHN Jefferson Hospital. Born June 14, 1936, in Glassport, she was the daughter of the late Patrick Sr. and Stella (Gouker) Conley and wife of the late William Wahrenberger.
Anna was a devoted member of the Port Vue United Methodist Church, finding solace in her faith and the teachings of Jesus Christ. She cherished the simple joys of life, especially the time spent with her loved ones. She found immense happiness in dinner with family and friends, creating unforgettable memories over shared meals and laughter. Shores of Tidioute, PA, held a special place in her heart as she found tranquility in spending time at the family camp, basking in the sun's warmth, and taking in the beauty of nature.
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November 19, 2024 |
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Maxine L. Erny, age 85, of McKeesport, died November 12, 2024, at Riverside Nursing Home, surrounded by the love of her family. Born December 6, 1938, in Somerset, she was the daughter of the late Woodrow and Janet (Ling) Cole and wife of the late Samuel Erny.
Maxine dedicated her working years as a union typesetter for the Daily American in Somerset, along with Herbick & Held Printing Company. Breaking barriers as the only woman in the office, she carried out her duties with grace and determination. Beyond her professional life, Maxine found joy in cultivating her garden, where she lovingly nurtured vegetables and beautiful flowers. Her culinary skills were unmatched, as she delighted in creating Easter candy and savory Thanksgiving pies. At home, she found solace in the pages of her favorite books and cherished moments spent watching shows like Dancing with the Stars and Big Brother.
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November 08, 2024 |
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Charles J. "CJ" Gretz, 56, of Glassport passed away November 2, 2024 at Kane Regional Center in McKeesport after a battle with cancer. He was the son of the late Charles Gretz and Josephine (Gremaki) Gretz.
He was employed at Winzek's Catering in Glassport for many years. He enjoyed watching the Steelers and drinking his Natural Light, and also enjoyed watching older TV reruns and movies. He loved listening to Casey Kasem's American Top 40's (3WS) on Sundays.
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November 07, 2024 |
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Robin Ann Stuart, age 62 of Elizabeth, formerly of West Mifflin died November 5, 2024 at Magee Women's Hospital. Born August 3, 1962 in Homestead, she was the daughter of the late Robert Stuart, Sr. and Evelyn (King) Stuart Brown.
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