August 25, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
James Lon Bayer, 75, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, August 24, 2023. He was born, April 23, 1948 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Joseph L. and Lavernna LaRue (Logan) Bayer. Jim was the owner/operator of J.L. Bayer Heating & Air Conditioning Company. He was a proud Vietnam veteran of the US Air Force and a classic muscle car enthusiast. He is survived by his wife, Sarah (Liller) Bayer; stepsons, James and John Cole; sisters, Karen Thomas (George), Vicki Prop, Sheila Armstrong (Eugene); and several nieces and nephews. At Jim's request, there will be no visitation. Memorial donations may be made to the Westmoreland County Food Bank in memory of Jim. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
August 24, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Carole J. (McCorkle) Williams, age 81, of Forward Twp., passed away on Wednesday, August 23, 2023 at home. She was the accountant for the family business, Tom's Body Shop in Forward Twp. She loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them. A master quilter and member of the Mon Valley Quilt Club, she also enjoyed sewing, building puzzles and doing crossword puzzles, and was an avid reader. Born June 3, 1942 in Elizabeth, she was a daughter of the late William E. and Helen (Hough) McCorkle. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Thomas E. Williams; daughters, Amy Brunazzi of Forward Twp. and Jennifer (Simone Meltesen) Williams of New York, NY; grandchildren, Erin Brunazzi, Sarah (Stephen) Ciuca and Arthur Brunazzi; great-grandchildren, Trent, Sofia, Anson and Ellis; brother, Boyd McCorkle of the state of California; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by sister, JoAnn Sayre, and best friend, Patty Speers. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Friday, August 25, 2023 from 3-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Saturday, August 26, 2023 at 10 AM in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Jude Urso officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
August 24, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
June 18, 1956 – August 23, 2023
“Family is a leprechaun’s pot of gold - a nugget for each member” Mikey’s pot o’ gold overflowed.
First born of the late Clyde “Andrew” and Dorothy (Robertson) Lynch, Mike Lynch Sr. of Pitcairn, passed away Wednesday, August 23, 2023.
Mike fell in love at first sight at age 9 with a curly red-headed girl. At age 18, he married that love, Laura M. Lynch, and started his family. He proudly served in The United States Army. He went on to work for 35 years at The Chelsea Building Products as a master technician. Proud, humble, with a twinkle of mischief in his Irish eyes encompassed who he was. He loved his family, NASCAR, the Steelers and Notre Dame Football.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Laura; sons, Michael (Christina) Lynch, Jr., and Keith (Jill) Lynch; daughter, Karie Lynch; daughter-in-law, Stephanie Lynch; and numerous “honorary” kids from the neighborhood.
Proud grandfather of 6 and great-grandfather of 6 more. He is also survived by his brothers, Danny Lynch and John (Tammy) Lynch; sisters, Theresa Cosgrove, Ruth (Stephen) McCulley and Leecinda (David) Liller; sisters-in law, Fran (Clay) Gross, Joyce Whipkey, and Patricia Ray; brother-in-law, Paul (Lynn) Ray and many many nieces and nephews.
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August 24, 2023 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Regina "Jean" L. Humenik, 80, of Buena Vista, died Aug. 23, 2023. She is the daughter of the late Stephen and Helen (Klimek) Vranka and beloved wife of the late Ernest Humenik. She is survived by her sons Paul (Beth) Humenik, Mark Humenik, Greg (Kelly) Humenik and E. Robert (Jessica) Humenik; grandchildren Dylan (Brooke), Katherine, Hunter, Jackie, Ryan and Gabby; brother Ronald (the late Sandy) Vranka; sister-in-law Jane Muldowney; also nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brother John Vranka. Jean was a kind and generous mother and grandmother and her family meant everything to her. She never complained and always had a smile on her face. Jean was a member of St. Joachim & Anne Parish (St. Michael's Church). Friends received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Fri. from 3 to 8. A funeral blessing will be held on Sat. at 11:00 am at the funeral home with Deacon John Ragan. Interment following Round Hill Cemetery. Memorial donations, in Jean's memory, may be made to Miracle League of Western Pa (mlwpa.org), where her granddaughter Jackie plays baseball, 4530 William Penn Highway, No. 198, Murrysville Pa 15668.
August 24, 2023 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Carolyn Thomson, 81, of North Huntingdon, went to be with Jesus on Saturday, August 19, 2023, after a brief illness. Born May 4, 1942, she was the daughter of the late George and Alberta (Papke) Volk, and the widow of the late Donald Thomson, to whom she was married for 56 years.
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August 23, 2023 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
John Daniel Bokin, age 72, of Liberty Boro, died on Wednesday, August 23, 2023. He was born in McKeesport on January 6, 1951 and is the son of the late David and Lucille Faircloth Bokin, and the husband of the late Julie Jordan Bokin. John proudly served in the United States Marine Corps and later retired as a truck driver for various industries and served as a deacon.
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August 23, 2023 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Robert “Bob” Conrad Erkel, age 97, of Herminie, formerly of Port Vue, died on Sunday, August 20, 2023. Bob was born on June 3, 1926 on Mt. Washington to the late Elmer P. Erkel and Catherine Naughton Erkel. He was the second oldest and last surviving of 6 children. He was preceded in death by siblings Elmer Jr., Catherine Eileen McClymont, John (Joe), Thomas and Helen Bernice Baird.
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August 23, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Robert "Bob" Carr, 75, of Elizabeth Township, passed away at home on Wednesday, August 22, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 19, 1947 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Robert T. and Lois I. (Bond) Carr. Bob was a member of the Mount Vernon Community United Presbyterian Church. He retired after 43 years from Vista Metals as Plant Manager and was a US Army Veteran. Bob loved his grandkids, enjoyed sports cars, boating, golfing with his buddies and spending time in the mountains at Hidden Valley.
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August 22, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Ruth Serena, 92, of West Mifflin, PA, passed away Monday, August 21, 2023. She was born in Duquesne on July 31, 1931, and was the daughter to the late Nicholas and Loretta (Snyder) Schulte. Ruth was preceded in death by her loving husband of 57 years, John C. "Jack" Serena; and sisters, Dolores Zewe, Catherine Derhofer, Jane Steputis, Carole Petrozza; and brother-in-law and sister-in-law, James and Teresa Serena . She is survived by her children, Tom (Vilma) Serena, Maribeth (Eric) Bastian, and Jane (Steve) Cannata; grandchildren, Nick, Kaelynn (JC), Ryan, Parker, Kendall, Brianna, Amanda, Michael, and Joey; great-grandson, Oliver; nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews.
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August 22, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
John Robert Stefl, 89, of Elizabeth Township, passed into eternal life on August 21, 2023 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 5, 1933 in Mt. Pleasant and was the son of the late Rudolph Albert and Mary C. (Klamar) Stefl. John started his career with 28 years at Fort Pitt Steel in McKeesport working in maintenance, where he served as both Vice President and Union Steward. After closure of the plant, he worked in construction until retirement. With his wife, he delivered Meals on Wheels for Elizabeth Township for over 20 years; and for many years, he was able to provide his family, friends and Meals on Wheels clients with vegetables from his prolific vegetable garden.
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August 22, 2023 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Andrew Alan Jenkins, 75, of Dravosburg, formerly of Duquesne, passed away on Monday, August 21, 2023, at Jefferson Hospital. He was born at Monessen Hospital on August 17, 1948, to the late William and Virginia Arnold Jenkins. He is survived by his life partner, Cheryl Dupak of Dravosburg, son Andrew W. Jenkins, of Lincoln Place, brother William (Sandy) Jenkins, or Irwin, and many nieces and nephews. Andrew was preceded in death by his first wife Donna Coberly, brother James Jenkins, and sister Pricilla Miranda. He worked as a Tool and Die maker for Fisher Body in West Mifflin for 40 years and was a member of the Auto Workers Union, the American Legion in Dravosburg as well as Port Vue, and served in the National Guard. Andrew was an excellent pool player and used to own the A.W. Pool Hall in McKeesport in the 1960s, was an amazing pencil drawing portrait artist, an avid Pittsburgh sports fan, loved singing and had an excellent voice, and was actively engaged with social media. Arrangements have been entrusted to I.M FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 203 4
th St, Dravosburg, PA 15034. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the funeral home to defray costs. Online condolences may be offered at
www.finneyfuneralhome.com
August 22, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Cynthia Marie (Fink) Kern, 66, of Munhall, passed away Thursday, August 17, 2023, at home. She was born June 5, 1957, in Homestead and was the daughter of Dorothy M. (Anderson) Fink of Munhall and the late Edward Gene Fink who passed away October 6, 2018. Cynthia was the Director of Clinical Research in the Office of Research Conduct and Compliance at the University of Pittsburgh, Oakland. She enjoyed reading, gardening, knitting, traveling, and most of all-spending time with loved ones. Cindy was wild like a flower and warm like the sun.
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August 21, 2023 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Edward L. Decicco, Sr, age 74, of McKeesport, died August 17, 2023, at Allegheny General Hospital. Born June 16, 1949, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Julius and Margaret (Hoover) Decicco and husband of the late Lois Decicco.
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August 21, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
George Darwin Madar, 79, of Delmont, passed away Sunday, August 20, 2023. he was born July 24, 1944 in Madison, WI., and was the son of the late George and Yvonne (Hanson) Madar. George had worked for the former US Steel Homestead Works and had 19 1/2 years of service. He was a US Air Force Veteran serving during the Vietnam War. for his service, he received the Citations for Combat Defense Ribbon, Expert Gun Ribbon, Good Conduct and Longevity. He served from 1963 to 1967 and was stationed in Turkey and Grand Forks Air Force Base.
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August 21, 2023 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Thomas B. Taylor, age 70, of McKeesport, died August 18, 2023, at home. Born April 22, 1953, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Samuel Paul and Anna (Capers) Taylor.
Thomas was a former machinist for U.S. Steel - Irvin Works. He was a member of St. Paul AME Church in McKeesport. Thomas used to enjoy roller skating and playing cards with family and friends.
Thomas is survived by his siblings, Nathaniel Taylor Sr., James Taylor, John Taylor, and Helen E. Taylor; nieces, Dianna James and Ann Williams and nephews, Lawrence Gooden, Devin Taylor, John Taylor, James Taylor, Nathaniel Taylor Jr., and Joseph Taylor; and a host of relatives and friends.
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