May 06, 2022 |
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Margaret M. Minydzak, 92, of Glassport died May 5, 2022. She is the daughter of the late Amos and Margaret (Fisher) Cavalier and beloved wife of the late John Minydzak. She is survived by her sons Peter (Darlene) Minydzak, John M. (Rose Anne) Minydzak, Nicholas Minydzak and George (Laura) Minydzak; grandchildren Patty, Paula, Judy, Thomas, Jamie and Kristin; also great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Friends received Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Tues. from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8. A funeral blessing will be held Wed. at 10:00 am in the funeral home. Interment following Round Hill Cemetery.
April 29, 2022 |
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Dolores T. (Moritz) Chandler, 94, of Glassport died April 29, 2022. She is the daughter of the late Edward and Josephine (Piekut) Moritz and beloved wife of the late Francis Chandler. She is survived by her children Joseph (Mitzi) Chandler, Dave (Kathie) Chandler, James (Patti) Chandler and Mary Ann (Dave) Pohill; grandchildren Stacey, Stephanie (Stan), Jennifer (Brian), Valerie (Luke), David (Amy), Nickolas (Jess), Jesse (Courtney), Joshua (Dominique), Matt (Celine), Mandy (Elliot), Josh (Carmella), Lindsey and Rachael (Steve); great grandchildren Caden, Braydon, Rayce, Ava, Bria, Kyla, Gage, Garrett, Brooke, Hannah, David, Hunter, Katelyn, Gavin, Aubrey, Jude, Brennen, Skyler, Everleigh, Bowman, Evelynn, and Brantlee; also nieces and nephew. She was preceded in death by her great grandson Dallen; sister Genieve Bartko and brother Norman Moritz. Dolores was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish and Glassport Senior Citizens. She loved playing cards with her lady friends (Gert, Dolores and Ingrid) and spending time at her cabin in Tidioute, which she and her husband built over 60 years ago. Friends received Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Sun. from 6 to 8 and Mon. from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8. A funeral mass will be held Tues. 10:00 am at Queen of the Rosary Church with Father Miroslaus Wojcicki. Interment following Round Hill Cemetery.
April 19, 2022 |
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Laura Bocianoski, 89, of South Park, formerly of Glassport, died April 18, 2022. She is the daughter of the late Peter and Emily (Micholski) Mordecki and beloved wife of the late Joseph Bocianoski. Laura is survived by her son, Joseph (Judy) Bocianoski and her daughter Mary Ann (Thomas) Hartswick, along with 5 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter Nancy (Bocianoski) Knoblock. Friends received Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Thurs. from 9 to 10, at which time a funeral mass will be held at Queen of the Rosary Church with Father Miroslaus Wojcicki. Interment following St. Mary's Polish Cemetery.
April 19, 2022 |
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Jason ""JJ" M. Nolder, 47, of Clairton, died April 18, 2022. He is the son of the late Michael Klein and Maria Nolder-Norgren and step son of Edward Norgren. JJ is survived by his son William Mardis, sisters Lindsay (Scott) DeFazio, Allyson Klein and Heather Tomlinsonn; brothers Michael Nolder and Matthew Norgren; step sisters Rosie Norgren and Fran Norgren; step brother Ed "Bud" Norgren; also nieces and nephews. JJ was in incredible artist who cherished his dog Thor. Friends received Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Fri. from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8.
April 08, 2022 |
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Frank D. Villi (Parkway Frank), 92, of Mt. Vernon, passed away at Kane Regional Medical Center in McKeesport on April 8, 2022. He was born Dec. 27, 1928 in Wilkinsburg, a son of the late Dominic James and Mary Theresa (Arena) Villi and also preceded in death by his wife, Anna C. (Vucetic) Villi; daughter Catherine Rose Villi and son Dominic Villi; brothers Vincenzo, Nicolas and Vincent Villi; sisters Rose Bilotti, Mary Grace Savena, Eva James, Viola Graves and Katherine Kotvas. Frank started his career with many jobs at the age of 15. He was a salesman for Holland Furnace, Inc. established 1953. He was a Veteran of the Airforce in WWII, stationed in Japan and Germany with an Officer ran of Corporal. Frank is a lifetime member of the American Legion Post #803 and a lifetime member of Mon Valley Plumbers Association and a Master Plumber for over 50 years. He is a member of Mary Mother of God Parish in White Oak. He is survived by his daughter Fran (Ron) Sabolcik of Mt. Vernon; daughter-in-law Janis Morga Villi of Port Vue; grandsons Frank Sabolcik, Nick Villi and Brandon (Tina Goodrum) Villi; brother Joe (Kathleen Roethlein) Villi of Boston; and many nieces and nephews which he adored. Friends recieved Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Sun. from 2 to 6, at which time a funeral blessing will be held. the family would like to thank Kane Regional Medical Center and its staff, especially his nurse and buddy Becky on 2A, Kathleen Deverse and also Liz from Bridges Hospice for all their compassion.
March 29, 2022 |
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Bonnie K. Caliguri, 80, died Sunday March 27, 2022. She is the daughter of the late George and Lula (Farren) Caliguri. She is survived by her nephews George Caliguri III, Jerry Caliguri, and Andy Caliguri. She was preceded in death by brothers George Caliguri Jr., Frank Caliguri, and William Bowland. Bonnie was so loved and will be missed by many. Arrangement by Wojciechowski Funeral Home.
March 23, 2022 |
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Victor G. DeMaio, 92, of Glassport died March 22, 2022. He is the son of the late Antonio and Giovanna (Johanna) DeMaio and beloved husband of the late Lois (Shidel) DeMaio. He is survived by his daughter Debbi (Brian) Morsey; sons Robert (Tama) DeMaio, James (the late Laura) DeMaio and Bernard (Lesa) DeMaio; grandchildren Melanie (Jon), David (LeighAnn), Matthew, Vincent, Christina, Dana (Grant), Jonathan (Danielle), Kelsea, David (Kacie) and Jacob; great grandchildren Jackson, Jessica, Dominic, Nico, Lucca, Anthony and Lino; sister-in-law May Haney; brother-in-laws Charles Shidel, Emil Shidel, and Paul Shidel; also nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his siblings Albert, Belve, Emily Cushey, Rose, Samuel, Virginia Aiello, Ernie, Connie Dobransky and Antony, II. Victor was a retired Divisional Sales Manager for Sears; a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish; American Legion and served in the US Army. Friends received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Mon. from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8. A funeral mass will be held Tues. 10:00 am at Queen of the Rosary Church with Father Tom Wagner. Interment following Lebanon Church Cemetery.
March 17, 2022 |
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Raymond F. Heil Sr., 71, of Glassport died Tuesday March 15, 2022. He is the son of the late Albert and Florence (Logan) Heil. He is survived by his beloved wife Francine (Rock) Heil; children Raymond (Meghan) Heil Jr., Amber (Jason) Husar, and Rob (Erica) Heil; grandchildren Jasey (Damian), Justin, Marissa, Brenna, and Kassidy; and foster brother Ed (Betty) Clarke. Raymond worked for Westinghouse and traveled the country doing work as a generator repairman. He was also extremely loved as a little league baseball coach in Glassport for many years.
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March 14, 2022 |
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Joanna (Joan) Rita (Pacewicz) Fazekas of Glassport passed away of natural causes on March 13, 2022 at UPMC McKeesport Hospital at the age of 86. Born in her grandmother's bed on Peach Alley in Glassport on Dec. 27, 1935, Joan was the daughter of the late Walter and Rose (Buldak) Pacewicz. Joan was the wife of the late Albert C. Fazekas. Joan is survived by her son Richard of Irwin, Lisa (Mario) Marghella of North Huntingdon, Michele Fazekas of Port Vue, step son Albert Daniel (Karen) Fazekas of Cary, NC and step daughter Nancy Kendall of North Huntingdon. She is also survived by her sister Patricia (Pacewicz) Tolner of North Huntingdon, sister-in-law Vivian Pacewicz of Needham, Mass. and Diane Pacewicz of Liberty Borough, grandchildren Kayla (Thomas) Kollar, Christopher (Gabrielle) Marghella, Cameron Newton, step grandchildren Beth (Todd) Hancock, David (Sarah) Fazekas and Heather (Simon) Allison. She is also survived by her great grandchildren Elliott and Isla, step great grandchildren Colby and Fallon, along with many nieces and nephews. Along with her husband, Joan was preceded in death by her siblings: Bernie, Eugene, Lenny, Tommy, Joey and Carol, and step daughter Karan (Fazekas) Rymarowicz and step granddaughter Connie Fazekas. Joan started life growing up in Glassport. She attended Holy Cross Catholic School and Glassport High School. She went on to hold down many jobs when she was young including working at Isaly's Deli and Minerva Bakery where she became a cake decorator. Joan also worked at Westinghouse Transportation Division in West Mifflin where she soldered printed circuit boards and then on to USX Irvin Works facility as a laborer. Later in life Joan, never being able to sit still, took jobs babysitting in the area for both older folks needing round the clock care and young children. Joan was never afraid to venture out of her comfort zone and took numerous trips by car as far away as Toronto, Canada. Joan's passions were playing bingo and listening to all types of music especially polkas which she would listen to every Sunday afternoon. Joan (Mum) will be sadly missed by her children, sister and all that knew her. Family and friends will be received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home at 640 Vermont Ave., Glassport PA on Thursday March 17th from 2-4 and 6-8. A funeral blessing will be held Friday March 18th at 10am at the funeral home, entombment following at Lebanon Church Cemetery, West Mifflin. In lieu of flowers, Joan requests that memorial contributions be made to the White Oak Animal Safe Haven, 2295 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA.
February 22, 2022 |
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Dorothy M. Kaska, 90 of Clairton, died Feb. 18, 2022. She was the daughter of the late Frederick and Anna Garber. She was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Stanley M. Kaska, her son Alan Kaska and her sister Thelma Goldbaugh. She is survived by her sons Andrew Grant (Jody), Randy (Yolanta) Kaska and daughter Cindy (Curtis) Tanner along with grandchildren, Noel (Jeff) Skorvan, Joshua, Drew, Amber and Jaden Kaska; also great grandchildren Alexa, Kylie, Ava Skorvan and Julian and Victoria Kaska; also cousins, nieces and nephews. In addition to being a stay at home mom, Dorothy proudly spent 18 years volunteering at John J. Kane Regional Center in McKeesport. Friends received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home on Thurs. from 3 to 6. A funeral blessing will be held Fri. at 11:00 am in the funeral home. Interment following at Lebanon Church Cemetery.
February 19, 2022 |
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Angelo M. Buti, 39, of Glassport died February 18, 2022. He is the son of Elizabeth (William) Ferguson and the late Edward Buti. He is survived by brothers Edward G. (Sara) Buti and Andalino (Michelle) Buti; step brother Anthony Ferguson; nephews Caleb, Alexander, Giacento, Ira, and Andalino; nieces Madeline and Ysabella; Fiancé Tammy Raynak and her children Dustin, Devin and Rondell. He was a member of the Glassport American Legion. Friends received Wednesday 2-4 and 6-730 at which time a service will be held at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport.
February 18, 2022 |
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Melanie Miller, 66, of Glassport died February 17, 2022. She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Stella (Williams) Delia. She is survived by her daughter Dana Hixenbaugh; son Michael Hixenbaugh; two grandchildren, Erin and Seth; 2 great grandchildren, Skylar and Alexis and her brother, Joseph Delia, Jr.. She was a member of Queen of the Rosary Parish. Funeral arrangements by Wojciechowski Funeral Home.
February 15, 2022 |
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Filomena M. Paoletti, 99, of Clairton died February 14, 2022. She is the daughter of the late Francesco and Josephine (Ianni) Sorrentino and beloved wife of the late Alfred Paoletti. She is survived by granddaughters Jennifer (John) Krizmanich and Melissa (Scott Gob) Miklos; daughter-in-law Susan Paoletti; grandson-in-law Ken Miklos; great-grandchildren Avery and Alison Miklos; and Kate Krizmanich; also nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son Frank J. Paoletti; brothers Joe, Vito, Domenic, Sam, and Nick Sorrentino. Filomena was a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish. Friends received Wojciechowski Funeral Home Wednesday from 6-8. A funeral blessing will be held 10am Thursday in the funeral home. Interment following St. Clare Cemetery, Clairton. In lieu of flowers, in memory of Filomena M. Paoletti, in support of University of Pittsburgh Center for Liver Disease and Dr. Shahid Malik, payable to the University of Pittsburgh attn: Gary Dubin, P.O. Box 640093 Pittsburgh, PA 15264-0093.
February 11, 2022 |
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Janet Ksiazek Cunningham, 71, of Roseville, CA, formerly of Glassport, PA, peacefully passed away, after a long illness, with her niece Chris (Rabickow) Wallace and great nephew, Corey Wallace, by her side, at Sutter Roseville Health Center. Janet is the daughter of the late Frank and Helen (Krivonak) Ksiazek. She is survived by her son Christopher Cunnngham, aunt Irene Krivonak, sister Martina (the late Nick) Rabickow, brother Michael (Linda) Ksiazek, sister Frani (Chuck) Weaver, and brother Kenneth (Debby) Ksiazek. Janet is also survived by many nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her son, Corey Cunningham, sister Nancy Ksiazek, nephew “Nicky” Rabickow, and life-long best friend, Barbara Fichtner. After more than 20 years, Janet retired as an Administrator from PacBell (now AT&T) in Sacramento, CA. Janet loved attending, and watching on TV, NBA games; cooking; gardening and traveling. Arrangements entrusted to the Wojciechowski Funeral Home. A funeral mass will be held Sat., Feb . 26, 2022 at 10:00 am at Queen of the Rosary Church. Inurnment following Calvary Cemetery, Port Vue.
February 06, 2022 |
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Carol F. Gregg, 79, of Glassport died Thursday February 3, 2022. Daughter of the late Robert and Elsie (Foreman) Gardner. She is the beloved wife of the late Lowell Gregg. She is survived by daughters Doris (Anthony) Haywood of Mckeesport and Tammy (Daniel) List of White Oak; sons Brian (Jennifer) Gregg of Glassport and David (Heather) Gregg of Glassport; grandchildren Anthony Jr., Brian Jr., Sara, Olivia, and David Jr.; and great-grandchildren Sophia and Roman. She was preceded in death by son Wayne Gregg and siblings Kathy Sterner and John Gardner. Carol was a retired food service worker at South Allegheny School District. Friends received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Wednesday from 3-6:30pm at which time a funeral service will be held.
