Mayra Leonor Luna
December 01, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Frances Joyce Hochard
December 01, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Lawrence D. Dworek Sr.
November 30, 2023 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Lawrence D. Dworek Sr., AKA, Paps, 100, of Margate, FL, formerly of Liberty Borough, passed away peacefully Nov. 27, 2023. He is the son of the late Joseph and Mary Dworek and beloved husband of the late Helen Dworek. He is survived by his son Lawrence Dworek, Jr.; granddaughters Natalie Blotzer, and Noreen Schacht; grandson in law, Naz Lothan; great grandchildren Ashley, Alexia, Nicolas, Justin, and Emalee; great-great grandson Samuel; brother Fred Dworek; sister Donna Mularski; as well as lots of nieces and nephews, cousins, and extended family. He was preceded in death by his daughter Sharon Blotzer and granddaughter Nicole Magnus. Lawrence was retired from Copperweld, was a member of St. Joachim & Anne Parish, and served in the US Army. 
Lawrence had a long, beautiful life surrounded by family and friends. He was loved and cherished by his family and friends. He had a zest for life and loved to go out for car rides to the beach, and play bingo. He enjoyed having family and friends over. He was the sweetest man ever and will be missed immensely.
Friends will be received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Mon. from 11 to 2 pm, at which time a funeral mass will be held at St. Mark’s Church in Liberty Borough. Interment will take place Tues. at 10:00 am at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies in Bridgeville with full military honors.
Alvin G. West
November 29, 2023 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Alvin G. West, 49, of West Mifflin, died Sunday November 26, 2023. He was born March 14, 1974 in McKeesport, the son of Alvin J. West of West Mifflin and the late LuAnn (Davis) West.
Al was a lover of life! He especially shared a love of helping animals with his partner in crime, Stephanie. He often gave to a local animal shelter called FurAllKittys. In lieu of flowers, please consider continuing his legacy by donating to them today! Furallkittys.org
Alvin was an extraordinary trivia novice, often beating the best Jeopardy contestants to the question. So good, that his father-in-law often accused Al of cheating. He also enjoyed playing strategy games with his best friends. A night out often included trivia nights around the Burg.
Al had such a bright sense of humor, always with a smirk on his face. Everyone loved Al and Al loved everyone. He was such a kind gentleman, always a person to lend a hand, give a one-up to someone in need or to make sure everyone at dinner was fed.
Joyce A. Wagner
November 29, 2023 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Joyce A. Wagner, 87, of North Versailles, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 26, 2023. She was born September 9, 1936 in Lewistown PA, a daughter of the late J. Clyde and Grace E. (Fisher) Randolph. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Donald B. Wagner and sons Randy and Rick Wagner, a granddaughter Zoe Williams; siblings Shirley Baker, David Randolph, and Glenda Harbst.
As a mother of 11 children Joyce’s entire life was dedicated to her family, spending time with them and selflessly taking care of others. She enjoyed making puzzles, rooting for her hometown sports teams and yard sales. Faith guided her throughout her life. Her children lovingly refered to her as an “Angel on Earth”.
She is survived by her children Robin (Tom) Vetter, Richelle Kasardo, Roger Wagner, Rita Ptaszkiewicz (John Price), Ralene (Kevin) Nesky, Ryan (Cheri) Wagner, Ranessa (James) Sudy, Rolinda (Patrick) Pawlak, and Rosanne (Rodd) Williams; and daughter-in-law Janelle Wagner; 26 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren and “one on the way”; brothers Gerald (Wanda) Randolph and Larry (Linda) Randolph; also nieces and nephews.
Iola Rebecca Claggett Morris
November 29, 2023 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Obituary
Mrs. Iola Rebecca Claggett Morris, 92, died Nov. 19, 2023.
She was born on February 19, 1931, in Duquesne, Pennsylvania. She is one of nine children and the youngest and only surviving child born to the late Thomas and Annie Kate Claggett. She graduated from the Duquesne Public School. She accepted the Lord Jesus Christ when she was 12 years old and was an active and devoted member of the Payne Chapel A.M.E. Church until she married the late Charles Morris of Aliquippa, Pennsylvania in 1950. Upon her move to Aliquippa, she joined Ebenezer A.M.E. Church and became the proud mother of a daughter, the late Mary Ann Morris.
While growing up in Duquesne, Iola took piano lessons from Nancy Doggett and later served as a pianist for the Payne Chapel Sunday School, the Junior Choir, and the Gospel Chorus. She was also active in the Missionary YPD and subsequently the Women’s Missionary Society (WMS). At Ebenezer, she was the church musician, a stewardess, a WMS leader, and an official board member for more than 25 years. She was a Delegate on many occasions to the Pittsburgh Annual Conference WMS and attended several Quadrennial Conventions with her sisters Geneva and Ernestine. She and her daughter Mary Ann were loyal and active members of the Ebenezer Lay Organization.
Mrs. Morris was all about church, family, and community. She worked for many years in the finance division of Pennsylvania State University. Upon retirement from the University, she spent years in multiple capacities assisting the directors of the Duboise Carter Funeral Home, Thelma Gooden Funeral Home, and the Gooden Brown Funeral Home.
In 2009, Mrs. Morris moved her residence back to Duquesne and her church membership back to Payne Chapel. She initiated the Duquesne Summit Senior Residence Bible Study and personally recruited Rev. Sam Chambers as the Bible Study teacher, a study group that continues to thrive today. She also continued her support as a stewardess emeritus and a WMS emeritus at Payne Chapel. Iola appreciated all types of music, but her absolute favorite music is the hymns of the church.
Elizabeth “Betty” Toretti
November 29, 2023 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Jefferson Memorial Cemetery Funeral Home
Elizabeth “Betty” Toretti, age 95, of Baldwin, formerly of West Mifflin, passed away on November 28, 2023. Betty was the daughter of the late Anthony and Jennie Grandinetti and the beloved wife for 73 years of Domenic “Dom” Toretti.
She was loved by her sons, Rick (Ginny) of North Versailles and Gary (Lisa) of Lantana, TX, her grandchildren, Shelley (Phil) Surgent, Scott Toretti, Sara (Jim) Wadsworth, Amanda (Alex) Nuanes, Jessica (Anthony) Ault and Michael Toretti. She also leaves her great grandchildren, Emma, Abby, Nicholas, Beckham, Bennett, Hadley and Hudson, her brother, Anthony (Cecilia) of MD and her sister, Lois (the late, Richard) Shank of NC, as well as many nieces and nephews.
Paul V. Haber
November 29, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Paul V. Haber, 89, of North Huntingdon, formerly of Elizabeth Twp, and Melbourne, Florida, passed away Tuesday, November 28, 2023. He was born February 3, 1934 in Pittsburgh and was the son of the late Ralph J. and Rose E. (Mittreder) Haber. He was the loving companion of 34 years to the late Janet Ludwig, who passed away June 6, 2011. Paul was a US Army Veteran and served during the Korean War. Upon completion of his military service, he worked and owned many companies with his brothers Jack and Jim, including Arsenal Construction, three hotels in Florida and Dow Business Park. He enjoyed horse racing, and owned a racing horse and was also an avid swimmer. He will be greatly missed.
Virgil D. DeAngelis
November 29, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Clarke W. (Golubic) Ingram
November 28, 2023 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Obituary
Clarke W. (Golubic) Ingram, 66, of Baldwin, passed away on Saturday, November 25, 2023.
Son of the late Walter R. Golubic and Alys M. (Truitt) Golubic Ingram Wild; nephew of the late William A. Truitt, Jr. and Marilyn A. Driesch; cousin of Fr. David Driesch, Paul Driesch, John Driesch and Maryanne Kastriba.
Theresa Marie Wilson
November 28, 2023 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Theresa Marie (McDonough) Wilson, of Mt. Oliver, PA, was born August 20, 1967, in McKeesport. She was the daughter of the late Robert Edmond and Elizabeth Helen (Potemra) McDonough of Port Vue, PA. Teri, to her loved ones, was a graduate of Serra Catholic High School in 1985, where she was in the band. She is survived by Robert Wilson, her older brother Robert Edmond (Amy) McDonough Jr., and numerous uncles, aunts, and cousins. Beloved of David Wallace and family Dana Bennett (Marvin), Michelle Gabig (Mike), and their children (Angel, Lacey, Daisey, Maddy, Mikey). She was Gigi to her darling Dylan Richard, son of Lacey.
Velma Elizabeth (Poling) Walls
November 28, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Velma Elizabeth (Poling) Walls, 96, of Port Vue, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, November 27, 2023. Born to parents Sherman Everett and Ethel (Heatley) Poling on March 8, 1927 at the McKeesport home of her grandparents, Richard and Mary Elizabeth (Waters) Heatley. Velma grew up with two wonderful brothers, the late Robert and Richard Poling. She graduated from McKeesport High School in 1945 where she played clarinet in the marching band and worked weekends at the J.C. Penney Co. After high school, she went to keypunch school in Pittsburgh, then worked for National Tube for 5 years. She met and married Forney Clair Walls at the Christian Missionary Alliance Church in McKeesport. They were married for 53 years. She raised 3 children and was an active Cub Scout Den Mother and with Boy Scout Troop 57 and served as director of the Port Vue Legionettes, for 60 + years, and was a member of the American Legion Post 447 Ladies Auxiliary. She swam weekly with wonderful friends at the former McKeesport YWCA and took her dogs on many walks. For more than 40 years, she worked as a Bookkeeper for The Carriage Inn. Velma loved the Lord. A member of Park Baptist Church in Versailles, she served as a Deaconess for many years. She enjoyed traveling with her church family, her family, and friends.
Brittny J. Ball
November 28, 2023 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Brittny J. Ball, age 29, of McKeesport, passed peacefully on November 21st, 2023, at UPMC Mercy Hospital. Born on March 2nd, 1994, Brittny was a true Pisces with a beautiful soul. Brittny was the daughter of Joseph and Leslie (Law) Ball. Brittny graduated from McKeesport Area High School in 2012. After that, Brittny attended Pittsburgh Technical College and obtained her certificate in Licensed Practical Nursing in 2015. Brittny changed career paths and became a Pharmacy Technician at Giant Eagle Pharmacy and UPMC Shadyside. In 2023, Brittny returned to nursing school to obtain her Registered Nursing Diploma at UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing.
Brittny enjoyed traveling to Las Vegas to gamble and Florida to watch her favorite animals, Dolphins, swim in the ocean. Brittny had a sense of fashion with her large collection of shoes. While Brittny was in inpatient rehab at UPMC Mercy, Brittny's artistic ability came to fruition. Here, she painted multiple portraits including a moral of her late grandfather. Even though Brittny was born and raised in Pittsburgh, it was well known that she was a die-heart Philadelphia Eagles fan.
Johanna Rupcic
November 28, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Johanna Rupcic, age 86 of North Versailles, passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at home. Born September 25, 1937 in Rankin, she was the daughter of Joseph and Anna (Majan) Zvonkovich. A member of the former Sacred Heart Church in McKeesport, she worked as a receptionist for the Croatian Fraternal Union and was a member of CFU Lodge No. 3. She was the wife of the late Edward Rupcic who passed away December 28, 2001. Johanna is survived by her children Anna (the late John) Dormihal of Buena Vista, Paul (Laura) Rupcic of Bethel Park, Denise Rupcic of North Versailles, Joann (David) Wiehagen of East McKeesport, and Barbara (Ken Molitaris) Allenbaugh of North Versailles; her grandchildren Nicholas Dormihal and Stephanie (Sean) Cammarata; and also nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters Theresa Stanley, Josephine Hlavac, and Lenore Puskaric.
Richard A. Gorentz
November 28, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
