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Dolores "Dolly" Mewkalo

November 28, 2023 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

Dolores “Dolly” Mewkalo, age 92, of Duquesne, passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2023, surrounded by her family. Born in Duquesne on August 3, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Anna (Banosky) Jakub. She was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish - formerly St. Hedwig’s Church. Dolly loved her family above all else, including her many pets over the years. She was always present for family holiday celebrations, sporting events, vacations, and cross country visits. Dolly was quite adventurous. She road tripped to many places over the years, including Miami, Nashville, New Orleans, Disney World, Boston, New Mexico, and Canadohta Lake. Even in her 80s and 90s, Dolly went jet skiing and parasailing on Hilton Head Island, and traveled to Seattle. She also enjoyed crafting and watching Hallmark movies, especially with her grandchildren. She was quick-witted and had a good sense of humor, keeping us laughing until the very end. Dolly was the beloved wife of the late Theodore F. “Ted” “Fey” Mewkalo, for 56 wonderful years; loving mother of David C. (Linda) Mewkalo of Mt. Lebanon; adoring grandmother of Jessica L. (Stylianos “Styli” Tsinaroglou) Mewkalo and David C. Mewkalo II; sister of Albert (Marion) Jakub, Florence Jakub, William (late Patricia) Jakub, and late brothers Michael (late Genevieve) Jakub, Edward Jakub, Andrew (late Ann) Jakub, Frank (Marlene) Jakub, and John (late Faith) Jakubov. She is also survived by many cherished nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, as well as her extended family. Dolly’s wishes were for a private burial held in St. Hedwig’s Cemetery, West Mifflin. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Animal Friends.  https://www.thinkingoutsidethecage.org/other-ways-to-give/tribute-or-memorial-gifts/

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Bertha C. Szala

November 28, 2023 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Bertha C. Szala, age 102, of McKeesport, died November 26, 2023, at AHN Forbes Hospital.  Born June 26, 1921, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Walenty and Amelia Halon Szala.

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Francis "Frank" Theodore Cendar

November 28, 2023 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Francis "Frank" Theodore Cendar, 94, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Sunday, November 26, 2023, at Riverside Health & Rehab Center. Born August 26, 1929, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Adolph and Elsie (Tichonevic) Cendrosky and the husband of Marlene (Rojevcan) Cendar. They were married on June 11, 1960, and recently celebrated 63 years together.

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Richard Peter Semanisin

November 27, 2023 |

By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes

Richard Peter Semanisin, age 80, of North Versailles, died on Monday, November 27, 2023. He was born in McKeesport on May 28, 1943, and is the son of the late Peter and Sarah Perich Semanisin. Richard was a veteran of the United States Army, serving in Vietnam, and was part owner of the former J+R Cleeland Printing in South Side. Richard received his Master's Degree in Education from the University of Kentucky. He enjoyed watching football, basketball, swimming, and loved his rescued cats.

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David F. Diebel

November 27, 2023 |

By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

David F. Diebel, age 80, of North Huntingdon, died November 24, 2023, at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital.  Born September 8, 1943, in Portland, OR, he was the son of the late Ele Oren and Matti Jean (Stapleton) Diebel and the loving companion of the late Barbara Jenkner.  David was a proud Marine Corps Veteran who served during the Vietnam War.  He was a White Oak American Legion Post 701 member and active in Westmoreland County church dartball leagues.  He was a car and motorcycle enthusiast with Triumphs, Indians, and Harleys.  David was also an avid sports fan rooting for the Pittsburgh teams professionally and Oregon and USC for college.

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Carolyn J. Halas

November 27, 2023 |

By Hunter Funeral Home | Posted in: Hunter Funeral Home

Carolyn J. Halas, 83, of McKeesport, died Sunday, November 26, 2023 in Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh.  Born in McKeesport on June 20, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Gabor and Ella Szegedy Orris, and wife of the late Frank Joseph Halas.  She is survived by her daughter, Carriella Halas of McKeesport, brother, Frank (Kathy) Orris of Florida, sister, Gloria (Ed) Jordanhazy of New Castle, god-daughters Diane Weber and Emily (Jared) Sherman, also by nieces and nephews.

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Lamont Clayton White Jr.

November 27, 2023 |

By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home

Lamont Clayton White, Jr., 28, died Nov. 18, 2023. Friends will be received from 9 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at Macedonia Baptist Church, 17 Cochran St., Duquesne, PA 15110, where a funeral service will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Arrangements are in charge of Robert A. Waters Funeral Home Inc.

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Robert J. Hill Sr.

November 27, 2023 |

By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Robert J. Hill Sr., 81, of Manor, died Monday, November 20, 2023 at home. He was born May 5, 1942 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late William K. and Elizabeth (Cullighon) Hill. Bob was a Navy veteran and a retired electrician for Jeannette District Memorial Hospital. He was a lifetime member of the Irwin Sportsman’s Association, loved to hunt, and was a shooting enthusiast. He also enjoyed fishing. He loved working outdoors and always kept his lawn immaculate. One leaf on the lawn was one too many. He enjoyed Thanksgiving with his family and loved decorating for the Christmas Season. He was a member and past master of the McKeesport Lodge No. 641, F. & A.M. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his siblings Harry Hill, William Hill, Harriet McPherson, Virginia Elcock, and Gary L. Hill.

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Barbara K. Harris

November 27, 2023 |

By Hunter Funeral Home | Posted in: Hunter Funeral Home

Barbara K. Harris, 74, of Port Charlotte, FL and Mount Vernon, PA, died Saturday, November 25, 2023 at UPMC East, Monroeville.  Born in McKeesport on March 15, 1949, she was the daughter of the late William G. and Betty J. Hawthorne Conroy, wife of the late Richard W. Harris and was preceded in death by her brother, Leslie Conroy.  She is survived by her son, Robert Glus of Hershey, PA, her daughter, Jennifer Glus of Glassport, PA, and by grandchildren, Molly and Caroline.

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L. Elaine DeChicchis

November 27, 2023 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

L. Elaine (Vitori) DeChicchis, age 89, of Elizabeth, passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at home. She retired as chief financial officer for J&E Building in Elizabeth and was a member of Saints Joachim and Anne Parish (Saint Michael Church). Born in Clairton on October 10, 1934, she was the younger daughter of the late Jack and Ann (Rossi) Vitori and wife of the late Joseph E. DeChicchis. She is survived by a daughter, Diane (Tony Brown) DeChicchis of Peters Twp.; sons, Joseph DeChicchis of Elizabeth, David (Alesia) DeChicchis of Pittsburgh and John (Melissa) DeChicchis of Peters Twp.; grandchildren, David, Jacob and JR Brown, and Joseph, Louis, Jiovanni, Vincent, Sabrina and Nico DeChicchis; great-grandchildren, Leo and Elaine Brown; sister, Mary Lou (Gene) Paschal of Danville, CA; sister-in-law, Joanne Vitori of Pittsburgh; also, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, great-grandnieces and great-grandnephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her only brother, Eugene Vitori. Visitation is private. All are welcome to a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at 12 Noon at St. Michael Church, Saints Joachim and Anne Parish. Procession will follow to burial at Jefferson Memorial Park, Pleasant Hills. In lieu of floral tributes, please consider planting a tree or contributing to one of Elaine's favorite charities: Saints Joachim and Anne Parish, 101 McLay Drive, Elizabeth, PA 15037; Historic Elizabeth, P.O. Box 214, Elizabeth, PA 15037; or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Condolences may be mailed ℅ Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth, PA 15037, or offered at https://www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

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Mary M. McLinden

November 27, 2023 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

Mary M. McLinden, 90, died Saturday November 25, 2023. She is the daughter of the late Stanley and Margaret (Lewis) Pruszko. She is survived by her daughter Deborah McLinden; son Hugh J. McLinden III; grandchildren Michael and Colleen McLinden; sister Helen Gouker; and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brother Stanley Pruszko. Friends will be received on Saturday 10:00am at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport. A funeral mass will be held 11:00 am at Queen of the Rosary Church. Entombment following New St. Joseph Cemetery.

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Robert G. Fontanese

November 27, 2023 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Robert G. Fontanese, 71, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, November 25, 2023 at UPMC East, Monroeville. He was born March 1, 1952 in Braddock, a son of the late Robert H. and Theresa (Schorr) Fontanese. Prior to his retirement, Robert worked as a machinist for Nuclear Automation and as an autoworker for GM. He was a graduate of Norwin Sr. High School Class of '70 and a member of St. Agnes Church. He was an avid Pittsburgh sports team fan, loved boating and enjoyed spending time with his family and attending his grandchildren's sporting events. He is survived by his wife, Diana (Kelley) Fontanese; daughters, Nicole Baker (Michael), Christi Simpson (Michael), sister, Sharon Bartolotta; grandchildren, Alexa Baker, Sloan Robert Simpson and Kai Simpson. Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday at James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday at 9 a.m. in St. Agnes Church. Interment to follow in Westmoreland Co. Memorial Park, Greensburg. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, Pittsburgh. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Robert A. Bonczek

November 27, 2023 |

By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Robert A. Bonczek, age 94, of McKeesport, died November 25, 2023, at home. Born December 19, 1928, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Paul and Helen (Janovitz) Bonczek and the husband of the late Doris Mae (Henry) Bonczek and the late Shirley (Marker) Bonczek.
Bob was the owner and operator of the former Bonczek Auto Service at the corner of Patterson Ave. and Walnut St. of McKeesport. He was also known as the undisputed "World's Finest Auto Mechanic!" Bob was a veteran of the US Army. He was a Staff Sergeant in the Screaming Eagle, 101st Airborne Division, serving during the Korean War, where he was awarded the Korean Service Medal with 2 Bronze Stars. He was also a member of Saints Joachim and Anne Parish. He loved boating on the Monongahela River, traveling, hunting, and fishing. Bob also enjoyed dancing and skeet shooting at the Clairton Sportsmen's Club.

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Marianne Vidil

November 27, 2023 |

By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory

Marianne Vidil, 77, of Greenock, passed away Sunday, November 26, 2023 at home. She resided with her sister Carol (Kenneth) Johnson. She was born September 15, 1947 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Felix and Dorothy (Fedorka) Vidil. She was a member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish- St. Michael Church, Elizabeth Township. In addition to her sister, she is survived by her brothers, Ron (Jane) Vidil of Mount Vernon and Philip (Susan) Vidil of Snellville, GA, and nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Tuesday, November 28, 2023 from 9 - 10:30 am at the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, Director. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joachim and Anne Parish- St. Michael Church on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at 11:00 am. Interment will follow at the Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Township, alongside her parents. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the ASPCA at 1(202) 621-6500 or aspca.org Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com

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Boyd B. Anastas

November 25, 2023 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

Boyd B. Anastas, age 75, of West Mifflin, passed away on Saturday, November 25, 2023, at home. Born in McKeesport on March 23, 1948, he was the son of the late Boyko and Ann (Stojakovich) Anastas. He was a graduate of Penn State University with a degree in architecture. He was a self-employed Architect, a member of St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Church, and an avid hunter and fisherman. Boyd is the husband of Susan (Valco) for 55 years; father of Boyd of Duquesne, Jessica of West Mifflin, Alyssa, at home, Ian (Alejandra) of Milwaukee, WI, and Ethan (Esther) of Munhall; grandfather of Anthony, Casey (Savanna), Ashleigh (Kenneth) Baurle, Emma, Ezran, Bellen, Sophie and Thomas; great grandfather of Aurora, Arianna, Hope and Levi; brother of Nancy (late John) Belich of West Mifflin and uncle of Brock (Allie) Belich and Nicole (Michael) Korach. A private family service will be held, followed by entombment in Jefferson Memorial Park. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.