August 19, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: James F. Kutch Funeral Home - Crematory
On Friday August 16, 2024, Robert L. Rollason, age 63, of North Versailles passed away. Loving son of Margaret (Hoffman) Rollason and the late Robert Rollason. Dear nephew of James Busch. Cousin of Jesse (Erin) Busch, Rachael (Kathy) Morgan, and Max Busch. Robert was a graduate of East Allegheny High School. He retired from S&S Transportation. No visitation, service private. Arrangements are in care of James F. Kutch Funeral Homes & Crematory.
August 19, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Obituary
Paul Rito Ceresa, of North Versailles, peacefully passed on Satuday, July 27, 2024, the eve of his 96th birthday, with his loving family at his side. He was the devoted husband of the late Teresa (Zamosky) Ceresa. Loving father of Paul D. (Mylah Rakoff) Ceresa, James (Kim) Ceresa, Sharon “Shari” Smith, and Chris (Michele) Ceresa. He was known as “Poppies” to everyone, particularly, Paul Jeremy Ceresa, Brittany (Chuck) Coley, Daniel Rakoff, Ivy (Jason) Karlin, Adrian (Andrew) Miller, David Ceresa, Lindsay (JR) Pusey, Michael (Lisa Kornick) Smith, Rachel (Ben) Eaton, Christopher Ceresa, and Elainna Ceresa. He is also survived by 8 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, and friends.
Paul was a proud U.S. Army Veteran who served his country during the Korean War. He was a beautiful artisan stone mason and electronics technician. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, the Wilmerding Moose, and Sub Alpine. Paul was truly dedicated to his family and left a lasting legacy of love.
Arrangements were in care of Alfieri Funeral Home, Inc., 201 Marguerite Ave, Wilmerding, Pa 15148, 412-824-4332. Please visit us at www.alfierifuneralhome.com for online condolences.
August 19, 2024 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Ralph E. Schillaci, 76, of Elizabeth, died Aug. 18, 2024 at home surrounded by his dearest loved ones. He is the son of the late Ralph and Mary (Pensenstadler) Schillaci. He is survived by former wife Penny Schillaci; daughter Stacy (Mark Kelley) Schillaci; son Anthony Schillaci; his grandson, whom he adored more than anything, Kayden Kelley; sisters Judy (the late Ralph) Johnson and Josie (the late Frank) Soldate; his beloved dogs Keisel and Kali; Cousins Dan Schillaci; Don Schillaci; Joe Schillaci; & Lou Schillaci; as well as his numerous nieces and nephews . He was preceded in death by sisters Terry (Jim) Webber and Marilyn (Nick) Borrelli. Ralph was an avid golfer with a pure passion for the game. He was a member of the Sons of Italy and took great pride in his profession (& family) at Kaiser Permanente, his Italian heritage, his hometown of Glassport, and his amazing community of friends. Family was truly everything to Ralph and he always made sure his loved ones knew that.
Friends will be received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Sat. from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8
August 19, 2024 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Donald Trbojevic, 93, of Glassport PA, passed away peacefully on August 18th at Southwestern Veterans Center in Highland Park, PA. He is survived by his son Ted Trbojevic (Pam) of Glassport, daughters Vaune McGinn (the late Shawn) of Lincoln Borough and Kathy Trbojevic of Sewickley, PA. Stepchildren Andrew Grese of Pymatuning PA and Diane Carr (Ken) of Coulter. Grandchildren Mike Denne (Katie) of Loveland OH, Cailtin McGinn of Sutersvillle, Brett McGinn (Brittany) of Lincoln Borough, Cory Trbojevic (Sally) of Lawrenceville, Sara Trbojevic (CJ) of Lawrenceville, great grandchildren Olivia, Elise, Kenna and Addison. Step grandchildren Jon Ruzich, Jason Ruzich, Andy Grese, Darla Grese, the late Kelli Grese, nieces and nephews. And his favorite canine companion (his boy) Coco. Preceded in death by his wife Kathryn (Bowers) Trbojevic and son Johnny Trbojevic, mother Anna (Mihalko) Trbojevic and father Rade (Ted) Trbojevic, sister Doris Hanna and brother George Trbojevic. Donald “Pap” was a 1949 graduate of Glassport High School. He served as Sergeant in the US Marines during the Korean War where he received the Purple Heart. Pap was employed by the Copperweld in Glassport and later was a self-employed landscaper for many years. He enjoyed working, hunting, gardening, farming, his family, Coco, and his homestead. Pap will always be remembered for his unwavering sense of humor and his resilience. The family wants to extend their appreciation to the entire staff of the Southwestern VA for the wonderful care they provided to Pap during his stay.
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August 19, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Bonnie Jo VanFosson, age 57, of Elizabeth, passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at Jefferson Hospital. She was a secretary for Dr. Rudolph A. Antoncic, MD in McKeesport and a former member of Elizabeth Wesleyan Church. Born October 21, 1966 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late William H. and Mary (Maple) VanFosson. She is survived by her brother, William C. "Butch" (Dorree Gedekoh) VanFosson of Elizabeth; nephew, Troy (Barbra) VanFosson of Elizabeth Twp.; great-nephews, Memphis and Stephen VanFosson; step-nieces, Allison Hertzig of Boston and Presley Hertzig; and step-nephews, Julian and Dax Hertzig. No visitation is planned. Burial is private in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
August 19, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
James S. Francis, Jr., age 51 of Parma, OH and formerly of South Park, passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2024. Born May 21, 1973 in Pittsburgh, he is a son of Andrea (Golashewski) Francis of Clairton and the late James S. Francis, Sr.. A security guard at the Cleveland Plain Dealer, James enjoyed drag racing and working on/driving his lifted truck. Most importantly, James's family will remember him as a very supportive person who was always there for life's big events. They will remember him as a loving son, brother, and uncle and will miss him dearly. Besides his mother, he is survived by his sisters Victoria (the late Marc(companion James Currance)) Mirenna and Diana Lynn (Mark) Mosco of Van Voorhis; his nieces and nephews Joel, Justin, Jacey, and Jerzy Mirenna and Kayla, Willie, and Dominic Mosco; and his maternal grandfather Jon (the late Helen) Golashewski. Besides his father, James was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, the late Elmer and Mildred Francis.
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August 17, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Joann Cathryn Patterson, 58, of McKeesport, passed away Friday, August 16, 2024 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born December 3, 1965 in Penn Hills. Joann attended Penn Hills school district where graduated as a valedictorian in 1983 and subsequently attended the University of Pittsburgh where she obtained her bachelors degree focused on child development.
Joann worked for many years as a social worker for Circle C youth & family services, the former North Versailles K-Mart as a store associate, the PA Department of Welfare as an income maintenance caseworker and Seneca Retirement community as a CNA. When Joann wasn’t working a double you could find her at one of her grandchildren’s sporting events from baseball & softball tournaments to cheer & dance competitions. Joann spent years as cheerleading coach for the McKeesport Little Tigers, served on the board for the McKeesport Girls softball league and enjoyed spending any remaining time in the day with her family. She will be greatly missed by friends, coworkers and family.
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August 16, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Eleanor E. Voich, age 99 of Rilton, passed away on August 16, 2024 at AHN Hempfield. She was born on March 25, 1925 in Latrobe, a daughter of the late John Ruffner and Anna Weiland Ruffner. Eleanor was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in Irwin, and she cherished her role as a homemaker. She always looked forward to traveling, she loved to shop, and she was known for her embroidery and needlepoint creations. In addition to her parents, Eleanor was preceded in death by her beloved husband, George Voich, four brothers, John, Dick, Louie, and Robert, and three sisters, Helen, Annie, and Gracie. She is survived by one son, George Voich, one daughter, Debbie West, two grandchildren, Anna Francis West and Albert Seeke, one brother, Martin Ruffner, and numerous nieces and nephews.
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August 16, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
John A. Simmons, age 86, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Friday, August 16, 2024 at The Pines of Mt. Lebanon. An Army veteran, he retired as a manager for Shop N Save in Belle Vernon. He was a member of Buena Vista Fire Hall and enjoyed golfing and family vacations at the beach. Born April 6, 1938 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late John and Lucy (Eisel) Simmons. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Gerry L. (Fischer) Simmons; daughters, Lisa (Mark) Mikula of Elizabeth and Michelle (Jim) Baynham of Bethel Park; son, John (Melissa) Simmons of Bethel Park; grandchildren, Kayla (Nate Bolias) Mikula, Matthew (Cayla Fraas) Mikula, Zachary Simmons, Nick Baynham and CJ Baynham; sisters-in-law, Charlotte "Chuccie" Fischer of Belle Vernon and Valerie (Mark) Lanham of The Villages, FL; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sister, Charlotte Greco.
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August 16, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Richard Perkoski, Jr., age 56 of Lincoln Borough, passed away at home on Friday, August 16, 2024. Born February 7, 1968 in McKeesport, he was the son of Richard Perkoski, Sr. of Lincoln Borough and the late Barbara Ann (Farmer) Perkoski. A member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish, Richard was a licensed journeyman plumber for Port Vue Plumbing and a member of the Local #27 Plumbers Union. Besides his father, he is survived by his sister Michelle (Lee Gagliardi) Perkoski of Lincoln Borough, his nephews Cole and Tyler Perkoski, his uncles Ron (Sue) and Ken (Laura) Perkoski, both of Port Vue, and also cousins.
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August 16, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Barbara Rae Sydeski, 81, of Elizabeth Township, passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2024. She was born September 5, 1942 in Versailles and was the daughter of the late David and Sara (Vaughn) Heasley. She was the loving wife of the late John Paul Sydeski, III., who passed away February 16, 2008. Barbara loved her family, especially being a mom and she loved her home. She was a account manager at Feig's bakery for many years.
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August 16, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
We are saddened to share the passing of our loving and devoted family man Edward Patrick
Brady. Ed was born August 23,1965 in McKeesport. Surrounded by his family and close friends,
holding his hands, sharing stories and reading scriptures, he ascended to heaven on Tuesday,
August 13th, 2024.
Edward is survived by his parents Eugene Brady (Sheila Brady) and Margaret Hart, his loving
wife of 34 years Maria Brady (Bernardo), daughters Rachael Denis (John Denis), Kailey Brady-
Jenkins (Joshua Jenkins), grandson William Denis, siblings Rebecca Brady, Nicholas Brady,
Patrick Brady (Carly Brady), Kelly Brady and niece Sophia Brady, along with his sister and
brother in-law Lisa Bernardo and Richard Packer and his best companion Buddy Bear the
Havanese. He was preceded in death by his brother Jeffrey Brady and in laws Anthony
Bernardo and Dorothy Bernardo.
Ed was private about his 14 month diagnosis with colon cancer that he never allowed to define
him. His empowered spirit, deep love for his family, and zest for life contributed to his ability to
surpass the odds.
Ed graduated from Serra Catholic High School in 1983, where he met in homeroom, the love of
his life Maria. Attending Penn State University, he graduated with a B.S. in Biology and worked
at UPMC in research. Earning his M.S. in Environmental Science from Duquesne University, he
was employed at UPMC Health Plan until 2002. He then joined forces with Maria at her
marketing business, Marakae Marketing, affording him valuable time to be a hands-on Dad.
As an incredible illustrator and artist his work was published in books, science journals, and
earned local awards. This passion led him to start Cia’s Jewelry in 2007, designing fine jewelry.
Hundreds of clients treasure their beautiful jewelry and engaging stories with Ed.
The crowning jewel in Ed’s life was his grandson William. Pap Pap and William shared a
special bond playing, watching the Pirates, and enjoying GiGi’s good cooking. William loved
creating race tracks with his Pap Pap and working with him at the jewelry store.
His deeply rooted love for his daughters was always his purpose. He affectionately earned the
nickname “Eddie Uber” as he drove them to many activities He loved traveling with his family
and friends-from the Outer Banks and Florida, to Punta Cana, Italy, Ireland, England, Hungary,
Austria and Germany. Ed was a certified scuba diver and flew a hang-glider in Italy.
Ed’s legacy lives on in the lives of everyone he knew, recounting stories of Ed making them
laugh or offering heartfelt advice. To know Ed, was to love Ed. His amazing personality was
larger than life and effortlessly made him the center of attention and best story teller. He will
fondly be remembered for his deep, genuine love of his wife, family and friends. His handsome
smile, beautiful blue eyes, humor and witty charm always lit up a room. With his strong faith
and life-well lived, we know he is reunited in heaven with God and his family.
Join in a celebration of Ed’s life at James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Tuesday, August 20th from
2-4 pm and 6-8 pm followed by Chapel Service on Wednesday, August 21st at 11:30 am.
To contribute to Ed’s legacy, in lieu of flowers, please donate to Faith & Gratitude a non-profit
cancer support organization in North Huntingdon PA. www.faithandgratitude.org Their love and
compassion were a welcomed source of comfort and peace. Donations will be used to fund wheelchairs with neck rests for the Hillman Cancer Center.
August 15, 2024 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Gloria Dawn Schell, age 95 of Port Vue, Pa went to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday, August 14, 2024. She was born in Duquesne August 2, 1929 and was the daughter of the late William and Elizabeth (Foster) Valiquette.
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August 15, 2024 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
A bright light has dimmed, Heaven has a new angel. Dolores M. (Haurilesko) Kalo, 93, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 11, 2024 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. A life - long resident of Duquesne, Dolores was born on April 9, 1931 to the late George and Anna Haurilesko of Duquesne. She is survived by her daughter Kristine Kalo (Aron Lesko) of North Versailles, granddaughter Erica (Michael) Tokarsky of North Huntingdon, grandson Brian Kalo of Mount Pleasant, great grandchildren Eli, Faye, David and Andilyn, a sister Marion Sevich of Monogahela, a brother Robert Haurilesko of Fayette City, and numerous nieces and nephews. Dolores will meet her loving husband, John S. Kalo and sons David C. Kalo and Stephen P. Kalo who are waiting in Heaven. Dolores was a superior culinary artist, whipping up sumptuous meals and baked goods. No one can compare to her stuffed cabbage, pastries and sweets. She was also an accomplished ceramics painter and interior decorator. She loved to decorate her home for the seasons, making it beautiful and comfortable. Dolores was also an avid tea connoisseur, inviting many to her back porch to serve tea and goodies in pretty tea cups, she enjoyed gardening and digging in the dirt gave her peace, she also had fun on shopping trips with her daughter and seeing many places of interest..
Growing up, Dolores was a member of St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church in Duquesne, being the first to get married in the new Church, which her father helped build. She became a member of St. Stephen Hungarian Roman Catholic Church in McKeesport and most recently a member of Mary Mother of God Parish in McKeesport. Dolores's most important accomplishment was taking extremely good care of her son, Stephen, whom she adored and loved with her whole being. To her, family is most important. If you ever met Dolores, she had a way of making you feel at ease, as if you had known her for many years, with her sweet and kindly disposition. All who knew her, loved her. She will be sadly missed by many.
Family and friends will be received in the William S. Skovranko Memorial Home Inc, 88 Richford Street, Duquesne, on Thursday August 15, 2024 from 2-8 P.M. A blessing will be offered on Friday August 16, 2024 at 9:15 A.M. followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10 A.M. in Corpus Christi Church, 2515 Versailles Ave., McKeesport. Internment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin.
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August 15, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved father, Edward John Simko, of North Huntingdon, who left us on August 14, 2024 at the age of 88. Surrounded by his loving family and friends in his final moments, he was a man of great humor and wisdom, cherishing every moment spent with his loved ones. He was preceded in death by his son Robert and is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Shirley, their sons Edward Jr. and William (Patti), daughter-in-law Kimberlee, grandchildren and great-grandchildren who will continue to honor his legacy by living their lives to the fullest. His absence leaves a void in our hearts and his unwavering spirit will forever be remembered. A private celebration of his life will be attended by close family. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
