Diana A. Dale
January 04, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Sherry E. Lazar
January 04, 2024 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Dr. Thomas A. Dias
January 04, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
William John "Bill" Greiner
January 03, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
William John "Bill" Greiner, 77, of Jefferson Hills passed away at home on Tuesday, January 2, 2024. He was born May 6, 1946 in McKeesport and was son to the late Joseph Julius and Lillian (Coddington) Greiner. Bill was a McKeesport High School graduate and served in the US Navy. He loved sports cars, and enjoyed volunteering his time to help his daughter create crafts for the vacation bible school at their church. In 1973, Bill built his & Maureen's house from the ground up using his beautiful woodworking skills. He also worked many years alongside Maureen as proprietors of WJ's Discount Pet Center.
William G. Nay
January 03, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
On January 3, 2024, William “Bill” Gene Nay passed away peacefully at home after a long illness. Born in Fairmont, West Virginia to William Harold and Francis Imogene Nay, he was a 1968 graduate of Norwin. His career path lead him from journeyman electrician at US Steel Duquesne Works to an international project manager. Bill was active in NCAA and American Legion baseball. He was a member of the Plum Creek Masonic Lodge and the Monroeville Pitcairn Sports Club. He enjoyed gambling on golf holes with friends, Bob and Ralph, fishing meetings with Dan and John, big foot talk with Dwayne and motorcycling cross country with Clay. Bill was preceded in death by his son William “Billy” Buchanan Nay, his parents, and in-laws, Robert and Helen Buchanan. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Judith, son Robert (Lisa) and grandchildren Von, Sullivan, and Jelena Nay of Cary, North Carolina, daughter Stacy (Brian) and grandchildren Nash and Ridge Youngbauer of North Huntingdon, brother-in-law Robert (Cindie) Buchanan of St. Petersburg, Florida, Uncle Rex Shuman of Fort Wayne, Indiana and his canine shadow, Lucy. The family wishes to extend a thank you to Treasure, Karen and Dara from hospice and caregiver Chad for providing a comfortable and dignified life for Bill. Also, thank you to family members and friends who supported and encouraged Bill while battling his illness. RIP, Bill, May the angels above guide you on your final ride. Per Bill’s wishes, there will be no visitation or service. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike. www.shirleyfuneralhome.comRyan Main
January 03, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
John J. Megliss
January 03, 2024 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
John J. Megliss, age 95, of Lincoln Borough, died December 30, 2023, at AHN Jefferson Hospital. Born September 4, 1928, in Duquesne, he was the son of the late Andrew and Mary (Palko) Megliss and the husband of the late Mary "Patsy" Sprentz Priselac Megliss. John worked for many years in HVAC around the community. He enlisted in the Navy where he proudly served in World War II. He was a 50 plus year member of the Glassport American Legion Post 443. He also enjoyed hunting with family and friends.
William E. "Red" Stonebraker
January 02, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
William E. "Red" Stonebraker, 96, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at home. He was born June 7, 1927 in Butler and was the son of the late Gerald O. and Clarissa (Young) Stonebraker. He was the husband of the late Dianne Louise (Krepps) Stonebraker, who passed away June 19, 2013. Red was a US Navy Veteran serving during World War II. He was a graduate of Grove City College and would go on to work for State Farm for 37 years, retiring as a claims superintendent. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who will be greatly missed.
Catherine “Kitty” Louise (McNeill) Rosenbayger
January 02, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Catherine “Kitty” Louise (McNeill) Rosenbayger, age 94, of East McKeesport, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 29, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.
She was born August 23, 1929 in Pitcairn, a daughter of the late James and Genevieve (Peduzzi) McNeill. She was a member of Mary Mother of God parish, formerly St. Robert Bellarmine Church in East McKeesport. Kitty's entire world centered around her children. She enjoyed nothing more than spending time with her family, extended family and friends who eventually became family. She reveled in her home being full of love and laughter and everyone was always welcome there.
Kitty loved to bake and was famous for her Christmas cookies and banana bread. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her son Michael Rosenbayger; grandson Sean Brown; and brothers Jerry, Rich and Bob McNeill. She is survived by her children Randy (Lori) Rosenbayger of Fitchburg, Massachusetts, Gery (Lynne) Rosenbayger of North Versailles, Lynn (Bill) Brown of East McKeesport, Connie Rosenbayger of East McKeesport, Kathleen (David) Heckenstaller of Penn Township and Diane (Tom) Santucci of Churchill; daughter-in-law Mariann Rosenbayger of North Versailles; 15 grandchildren and their spouses; 6 great grandchildren; sister Linda Trinchero; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Thayer E. Marody
January 02, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Thayer E. Marody, age 65 of Manor, Pa., died December 31, 2023 at Magee Hospital, Pittsburgh. She was born February 8, 1958 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late John and Eva Walton Thompson. Thayer loved reading, cooking and her cat Hazel. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ron Schifano. She is survived by three daughters, Kari Bogovich, Laura Schifano and Amy Schifano, two sisters, Susan and Diane Thompson, grandchildren, Amelia Bogovich, Jake Bogovich, Mikey Honaker, Brooke Honaker. There will be no visitation. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike in charge of arrangements. Memorial Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the family. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
Robert C. Forney
January 02, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Jefferson Memorial Cemetery Funeral Home
Robert C. Forney, age 86, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 29, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Robert was born on July 3, 1937, in McKeesport, the son of the late Forrest E. and Hazel I. (Bowles) Forney.
Robert is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Nancy J. (Spahr) Forney; his children, Robert D. (Nora) Forney, Eileen S. (the late, Terry Flowers) Westwater and Judith A. (Scott) Crawford; his grandchildren, Annie (Eric), Jesse (Meghann), Erica, DeAnna (Daniel), William (Jessica), David (Sarah), Jamie, and Wyatt (Lily); 8 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandchild.
In addition to his parents, Robert was predeceased by his three siblings, Doris, Billy, and Marilyn.
Robert grew up in McKeesport attending local schools where he laid the foundation for his love for sports. His love for athletics led him to Youngstown State for a year of college where he continued to play football.
Embarking on a career at Duquesne Light, Robert began as a lineman and, with dedication and leadership, retired as a respected foreman. His work ethic was only matched by his commitment to his community, where he served as the assistant chief for the Liberty Boro EMS and the Chief of the Liberty Boro Fire Co. Robert's leadership extended to his role as Director of Chanters for AL-O-Mon Forest #138 and his active membership in Masonic Lodge #731 and the Tall Cedars of Lebanon.
Helen E. Lasica
January 02, 2024 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Helen E. (Lawrence) Lasica, age 95, of Port Vue, died peacefully at home on December 29th, 2023, surrounded by loving family. Born, January 1, 1928, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Urbanik) Lawrence. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 67 years, Steve, and loving son, Gary.
Survivors include children, Kenneth (Faith), of McKeesport, Steven (Cindy), of Bridgeville and Karen (Rich) Longo, of West Mifflin; daughter-in-law, Sandra, of Arizona; grandchildren, Christopher, Jason, Noelle, Kristy, and Ember; great-grandchildren, Madison, Paisley, Harper, June, and Caden.
Helen was preceded in death by siblings, Alvena Spivak, Frances Mikos, Stanley Lawrence, John Lawrence, and Frank Lawrence Jr.
Jean Ellen Miller
December 31, 2023 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Jean Ellen Miller, age 88, of White Oak, died on Sunday, December 31, 2023. She was born in McKeesport on September 28, 1935 and is the daughter of the late John and Helen Kersch Mains. She is the wife of the late Thomas G. Miller, Sr.
Helen Marie (Kaduk) Ciavarra
December 31, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Helen Marie (Kaduk) Ciavarra, age 96 formerly of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023. She was born on December 31, 1926, in Glassport and was the daughter of the late Joseph and Margaret (Janitor) Kaduk. She was the second youngest of eight (8) children and attended Holy Trinity School in McKeesport. After attending school, Helen went to work at National Tube in McKeesport. While waiting for the bus to return home from work, she met her future husband Frank Ciavarra. They were married on February 2, 1947, in Holy Trinity Church. Together they had three daughters Valerie Flizanes (Gust) of Irwin, Fran Kos (Paul) of Trafford, Gerri Payne (Denis) of North Huntingdon, and a son Eugene Ciavarra of Mt. Lebanon.
Helen belonged to St. Patrick’s Catholic Church (the former St. Perpetua’s) where she was an active member of the Christian Mothers. She was also active in the Palenese Women’s Club, an Italian social organization founded by people from Palena, Italy where her husband Frank was born. Helen loved the color red, plants and flowers, and dancing. To say she loved to dance is an understatement—she was always the first one on the dance floor and the last one to leave the dance floor.
Helen was preceded in death by her husband Frank, her grandson Eric Kos, and all her brothers and sisters. She is survived by her children, her eight grandchildren, her ten great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews.
Harriet Darlene Sigmund
December 31, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Harriet Darlene Sigmund, 82, of McKeesport passed away Thursday, December 28, 2023. She was born in Pittsburgh on May 3, 1941 and was the daughter of the late Pauline Hauber & Harry E. Sigmund and stepfather Leonard Hauber.
Harriet was a school bus operator for over 23 years, retiring from McKeesport Area School District then driving for First Student Transportation for Serra Catholic High School. Later she worked for Mercy Behavioral Health as a Medical Records Technician. She was a member of the former Sacred Heart Church and the Christian Mothers and was also a member of Teamster Local Union 205, the American Legion, and Croatian Fraternal Union - Lodge 146. Harriet loved her family, the beach, fishing, gardening, drawing, smoking, scrolling FB, driving, and dancing. She was creative, artistic, loved to bake and taking care of her greenhouse on her back deck.
