May 24, 2022 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Robert "Tip" J. Wible, 73, of Port Vue, died May 24, 2022. He is the son of the late Henry and Anna (Demchak) Wible and beloved husband of Marianne (Derewonko) Wible.
He is survived by his children Jamie (the late Dennis) Gribschaw, Robbie (Beth) Wible, Jennifer (Corey Anderson) Domanick Pasinski, Michael Wible and Thomas Wible; grandchildren Kevin, Breanna, Christina, Brian and Brooke; sisters Regina Thorne, Patricia Burns, Kathy Kiggins and Carol Dranko; also nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by sister Sarah Krajack and brothers Edward, Henry "Chick", James and Michael Wible. Tip was proud to call himself a "Glasputian" and to have been part of the last class to graduate from Glassport High School. He went on to serve with the Army in Vietnam, where he was exposed to the Agent Orange, which eventually caused the many illnesses that led to his death.
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May 18, 2022 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Florence D. Szpanka, 97, of Glassport formerly of West Mifflin passed peacefully to eternal life May 17, 2022 with her daughter by her side. She was a graduate of Duquesne High School and was a full-time homemaker. She was the daughter of the late August and Mary (Kawulok) Czudek and beloved wife for 46 years of the late Stanley S. Szpanka. Flo is survived by her daughter Geraldine (the late George) Chambers; grandsons Jeffrey S. Chambers and Mark B.Chambers; great grandchildren Natalie, Kaitlyn, Ashley, Jessica and Brian; great great grandchildren Myles and Barron; sister Dorothy Czudek; also nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by sisters Claire McCune, Emily Pry, Eloise Belback, Frances Holton, Mary Andres, Julie Young, Theresa Czudek and Helen Czudek and brothers August, Carl, Elmer and Frank Czudek. She was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish and delivered Meals on Wheels for many years. Flo loved playing bingo and gambling at the casino and aerobic dancing. She was known as the "tour director" on her many bus casino trips. She was an avid gardener and her family loved her stuffed cabbage and potato salad. Friends will be received at Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport Friday May 20 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8. A viewing will be held at the funeral home on Saturday at 8:30 am to 9:30 am and then a funeral mass will follow at 10:00 am at Holy Name Church in Duquesne with Father Tom Lewandowski. Interment following St. Hedwig Cemetery, West Mifflin. In lieu of flowers , the family requests donations to “Healthcare at Home”
Office of Fund Development
Hospice and Palliative Care
4818 Liberty Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15224
May 12, 2022 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Joseph D. Rizzo, 74 of Glassport, died May 10, 2022. He is the son of the late Joseph J. and Henrietta (Kass) Rizzo. Joseph is survived by his sister Cheryl Rizzo. He was a retired bus driver for the Port Authority. Funeral arrangements by Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport.
May 12, 2022 |
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David R. Andres, 46, of Glassport, died May 11, 2022. He is the son of David C. Andres and Terry (John D'Angelo) Woytovich. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his girlfriend Pam Bell, children Sarah, Jaymie, Anna and Skye and nephew Tyler Wisneski. He was preceded in death by his brother Scott Wisneski. Funeral arrangements by Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport. There will be no visitation; however, if you wish, memorial contributions may be made to your favorite charity in David's name.
May 10, 2022 |
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Anna “Nina” Intrieri, 90, of Glassport died May 8, 2022. She is the daughter of the late Berardino and Elizabeth Caione, sister to the late Lucia Teti and Antonino Caione. She emigrated from Palena Italy to America in 1947 due to the aftermath of WWII. Nina is survived by her children Nina Fidler, Frank (Betty) Intrieri, Raymond Intrieri, Jr., Mark Intrieri and James Intrieri; grandchildren Jesse (Lesley) Fidler, Rebecca (Sonny) Fidler, Janine (James) Kester, Ethan Intrieri, Angela Intrieri, Arthur (Andrea) Intrieri, Siena Intrieri, Berardino Intrieri, Ryan Intrieri, Gianna Intrieri, Rocco Intrieri, Douglas (Amanda) Zajac, Thomas (Kristen) Zajac and Kristopher (Jessica) Zajac; great grandchildren Max, Zach, Demi, Della, Grace, Colton, Jaxson, Kaitlyn, Ryan, Bella, Marc, Steven, Sadie and many nieces and nephews. Nina was not only a loving mother to her entire family but shared her love to all those who touched her life. Her talent in the kitchen was yet another expression of her desire to serve friends and family. She was a 60-year member of The Church of Jesus Christ where she faithfully performed the duties of a deaconess. She was a strong yet humble believer in the Lord and it was obvious by the way she lived her life. Her humility and hospitality will surely be missed. Funeral arrangements by Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport. A memorial service will be held on Thurs., May 26, 2022 at 11:30 am at the funeral home.
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.
