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Ryan Blackwell

February 24, 2022 |

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

Ryan Blackwell, 65, of Pittsburgh, was born September 4, 1956, in McKeesport, PA. He was the beloved son of the late father, Charles Blackwell, and mother, Pearl Combs Blackwell.

Ryan grew up on Riverview Street in McKeesport, Pennsylvania. He went to McKeesport High School and played football, He then furthered his education at CCAC, where he met his wife, Deborah. They had two children, Kafi Blackwell-Khalid, and Ryan Blackwell. Ryan worked at the US Steel Mill for many years. His favorite thing to do in his free time was to watch football and spend time with his friends and family.

Ryan departed this life on February 16, 2022, in Pittsburgh, PA. He was preceded in death by His wife, Deborah (Young) Blackwell, father, Charles Blackwell, mother, Pearl (Combs) Blackwell, brother, Charles Blackwell.  

Ryan is survived by his loving family, children, Kafi Blackwell-Khaild, of Aliquippa, PA., Ryan Blackwell, Jaquala Scott, daughter-in-law, of Duquesne PA., granddaughter, Aryah Scott of Duquesne, PA., two sisters, Karen Combs (Lavare) Williams, and Monica Brownfield Cash; sisters-in-law, Jade Tukes, of Turtle Creek, PA, Dorothy Blackwell, and Bonnie Simon, of Georgia, nieces, Leslee Belton, Princess Brownfield, and Bernadette Riles, nephews, Phil Williams and Carl Cash JR., and his dearest friends Jerome (Butchie-B) Morene, Iris Marshall, Barbara Thomas, Ronald Greer, and Ricky Dixon and a host of great and great-great nieces and nephews.

 
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Jordan Vaughn Johnson

February 24, 2022 |

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

Jordan Vaughn Johnson, 27, of Penn Hills, was born August 18, 1994, in Pittsburgh, PA. Jordan departed this life suddenly on February 15, 2022.

He was the beloved son of Nicole Johnson. He was raised in Penn Hills where he attended William Penn Elementary, Linton Middle, before graduating from Penn Hills Senior High School in 2014. He furthered his education at the Community College of Allegheny County to study Information Technology.

In 2021, Jordan celebrated his seventh work anniversary as a custodian for UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital. While working, he followed his dream to be an MC in the music industry. Jordan loved all aspects of music since early childhood. He was the life of the party, as a party dancer, creating new beats, recording music videos, and as the entertaining stage performer, “Luffy The Kid”. He performed concerts across Greater Pittsburgh, including Stage AE on the North Shore, and Spirt nightclub in Lawrenceville.

 
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Bernard J. Dobransky Sr.

February 24, 2022 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Bernard J. Dobransky Sr., 84, of Irwin, died Saturday February 19, 2022. He was born November 25, 1937 in McKeesport, a son of the late John and Anna (Gacey) Dobransky and was also preceded in death by a brother Elmer Dobransky. Bernie was a retired employee of Westinghouse Electric Corp., West Mifflin, with 40 years’ service. He was a member of St. Edward Catholic Church, Herminie, and an Army veteran.

Bernie was an avid golfer and bowler and was a member of a traveling bowling league. He was a huge Pittsburgh Pens and Steelers fan and was a coach and president of the former West Hempfield Recreational Association. He loved spending time with this family on the annual family vacation.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years Mary Ann (Stoken) Dobransky; his children Bernard J. (Diane) Dobransky Jr. of Greensburg and Carol (Gary) Bendik of Gibsonia; his grandchildren Melissa Dobransky and Scott (Lauren) Dobransky; great grandchildren Mia, Abel, Robert, and Ryder; and other special family members, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, and nephews.

 
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Martin D. Mitchell Sr.

February 24, 2022 |

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

Martin D. Mitchell Sr., of Braddock, was born August 25, 1960, in McKeesport, PA. He was the beloved son of Lawrence and Mae (Brown) Mitchell.

He attended school at the Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf in Edgewood, PA. Martin worked as a janitor at milestone centers for people with developmental & behavioral health challenges for 25 years.

Martin departed this life on February 8, 2022. He was preceded in death by His father, Lawrence Mitchell Sr., mother, Mae (Brown) Mitchell, brother, Lawrence Mitchell, Jr.

 
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Charlotte (Matthews) Massaro

February 24, 2022 |

By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Charlotte (Matthews) Massaro, 92, of Monroeville, formerly of North Versailles, passed away on Thursday, February 17, 2022. She was born June 1, 1929 in Braddock a daughter of the late Frank and Cecelia (George) Matthews. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Joseph S. Massaro, brothers Fred , John, and Charles Matthews, a sister Mary Turner, and her son Ronald J. Massaro. She was member of Mary Mother of God Parish, St. Robert Bellarmine Church, East McKeesport, and prior to retirement she worked as a waitress at the Plaza Restaurant, Forest Hills for over 30 years. She enjoyed cooking, baking, and ceramic crafts.

 
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John Bonacci Jr.

February 24, 2022 |

By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home

John Bonacci Jr., 86, of White Oak, peacefully fell asleep in the Lord on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 in Washington Hospital, Washington, PA. Born in West Mifflin, July 13, 1935, he was the son of the late John and Mary (Fecenko) Bonacci. Mr. Bonacci was a member of SS. Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Church, Duquesne and a retired maintenance repairman for the former Mellon Bank Corp. He was the beloved husband of the late Phyllis (Kacik) Bonacci, he is survived by his loving children, Richard J. Bonacci and Gary M. (Michele) Bonacci, two sisters, Angeline (Ron) Bost and Delores (Late George) Zuber, four grandchildren, Kirk, Brian, Christopher and Erika Bonacci and four great grandchildren, Devin, Chloe, Emily and Melia Bonacci. He was also preceded in death by an infant son and daughter and two brothers Robert (Mary) and Richard (wife Jan survives) Bonacci.

 
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Fred Shawl

February 24, 2022 |

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

Fred Shawl, age 84, of McKeesport, died February 23, 2022, at Hempfield Manor.  Born December 23, 1937, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late James Glenn Shawl and Ethel (Dingeldine) Shawl and husband of the late Barbara (Gobbels) Shawl. 

Fred was retired from Vesely Brothers Moving & Storage.  He was a member of the Kephart United Methodist Church and a Lay Pastor with the church.  He was the President of the Full Gospel Business Men's Association.  Fred was a kind, compassionate, hardworking man of faith who loved his family and friends.  He also loved his late dog Keshon and grand dog Tiki.

 
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Tressa J. McCorkle

February 24, 2022 |

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

Tressa J. McCorkle, age 81, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Thursday, February 24, 2022 at Baldwin Health Center. She was a former cafeteria worker at Elizabeth Forward High School. A member of Elizabeth Baptist Church, she enjoyed traveling with her husband. Born May 10, 1940 in Elizabeth, she was a daughter of the late James and Margaret (Porch) Marks. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, David H. McCorkle Sr.; daughter, Suzanne (Douglas) Grimes of Peters Twp.; son, David H. (Elizabeth) McCorkle Jr. of Liberty Borough; four grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; sister, Carol Marks of Fort Pierce, FL; also, nieces and nephews.

 
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Kathy (Tauber) Galasso

February 24, 2022 |

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

Kathy Galasso, age 61, of Liberty Borough, formerly of McKeesport, died February 23, 2022, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital.  Born March 13, 1960, McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late William and Dorothy (Ulakovic) Tauber and wife of Wayne Galasso. 

Kathy formerly worked for Kane and the Senior Care Plaza in McKeesport.  She enjoyed watching hockey and rooting for the Penguins.  Kathy liked to stay active by walking and playing kickball. She dearly cherished her entire family and spending time with her grandkids. 

In addition to her husband Wayne, she is survived by daughters, Christie (Ryan) Pavlovic, Rose Galasso, and Heather (Brian) Bocetti; grandchildren, Kirsten, Jaydon, Rylee, Norah, and Miranda; sister Terri (the late Denny) Ulichnie and she is also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

 
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Theresa Tkac

February 24, 2022 |

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

Theresa "Terry" Tkac, age 90, of Blaine Hill, passed away on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at UPMC Mercy. She retired as a secretary for the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing and was a former secretary for the United States Glass Company in Glassport. She was a member of Queen of the Rosary Church in Glassport where she was involved with the Rosary Society and Christian Mothers. A long-time poll worker for elections in Blaine Hill, she was a member of the Catholic Daughter's Bowling League, the Divine Redeemer Motherhouse Guild, and Century III Mall AARP.  Born February 9, 1932 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late John and Lucille (Grabski) Honacki and wife of the late Andrew V. “Panda” Tkac. She is survived by her son, Gary F. Tkac of Live Oak, FL; grandchildren, Andrew Robert (Kristin) Tkac, Erica Tkac, Mary Beth Tkac and Joseph "JJ" Tkac; also, nieces and nephews. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Friday, February 25, 2022 from 5-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday, February 26, 2022 at 12 Noon at Queen of the Rosary Church with the Rev. Miroslaus Wojcicki officiating. Entombment will follow in McKeesport & Versailles Cemetery, McKeesport. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

 


Wilma E. Cannon

February 23, 2022 |

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

Wilma E Cannon, 95, of  St. Petersburg, FL., formerly of Versailles, passed away Tuesday, February 22, 2022. She was born January 9, 1927 in Youngstown, OH, and was the daughter of the late Paul G.W. Evans and Edith W. (Morgret) Evans. She was the wife of the late Allen L. Cannon. She is survived by her daughter, Carolyn L. Ivaska of White Oak, sons, Allen L. (Carole) Cannon, Jr. of West Chester, Craig G. (Nancy) Cannon of Pittsburgh, Keith H. (Kit) Cannon of Ashland, VA, Kevin H. (Cheryl) Cannon of Orlando, FL, and Guy R. (Laura) Cannon of Fountain Hills, AZ., sister-in-law, Delores Gibb of Buena Park, CA, grandchildren, William Mellinger, Joelle Mabey, Acey Johnson, Darren Cannon, Catherine Cannon, Suzannah Cannon, Naomi (Jeff) Killian, Kristen Cannon, Jason (Sarah) Cannon, Christopher (Abby) Cannon, Matthew Cannon, Katlin (Hunter) Greer, Erika Cannon, Nicole Cacy, and Blaise (Rachel) Cannon,  22 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her grandchildren, James Cannon and Tracey (Mark) Holtzman, brother, George H. Gibb, III and son-in-law John W. Ivaska.

 
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Joshua M. Blake

February 23, 2022 |

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

Joshua M. Blake, age 41, of Forward Twp., passed away on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at UPMC Presbyterian. Born July 4, 1980 in Houston, TX, he was a son of Frances M. Wright of Forward Twp. and the late Richard E. "Giant" Dell Jr. In addition to his mother, he is survived by daughters, Kia Blake of Danbury, TX, Rayleigh Blake at home, Laine Mee of Clairton and  Noelle Mee of Port Vue; son, Austin Mee of Clairton; life partner, Donna Wolford of Forward Twp.; sisters, Kristy Torgent of Mt. Vernon and Rachel (Brandon) Hale of Port Vue; brothers, Richard Dell III of Elizabeth Twp., Jason (Holly) Wright of Missouri City, TX and Paul (Tammy) Dell of Dover, DE; aunt, Cindy Ventress of Sutersville; also, nieces and nephews.

 
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Tammy (Moody) Yednak

February 23, 2022 |

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

Tammy (Moody) Yednak, age 62, of McKeesport, died February 19, 2022, at home. Born September 23, 1959, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late John and Pearl (Kofchur) Moody and the wife of the late Stephen Yednak, Sr.

Tammy was the former owner of Yednak Automotive. She enjoyed shopping, trips to the casino, and relaxing with her cat, Marlon.

She is survived by her son Stephen (Erin) Yednak, Jr.; grandchildren, Tiara and Christopher; siblings, Tish (Eric) Grimm and Tim Moody; nieces and nephews, Eliza, Kyle, John, Matthew, Kara, Luke, and Cathy; sister-in-law, Janet Moody; and significant other, Dan Tebbetts.

 
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Joanne H. Miller

February 22, 2022 |

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

Joanne H. Miller, 78, of Greensburg, passed away Monday, February 21, 2022. She was born November 23, 1943 in Greensburg, a daughter of the late Thomas Warren and Dorothy McMunn Huey. Prior to her retirement, Joanne was a representative for Bell Telephone and worked with the Animal Rescue for dogs and cats. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Elmer "Sonny" Huey. She is survived by her husband, Charles "Ernie" Miller; son, Frank Haelle and his wife, Nadine; stepdaughter, Kimberly Davis and her husband, John; grandchildren, Kyle and Jenae Haelle, Joshua Wetter, John Davis Jr. and Gabriella Davis; great-grandchildren, Halley, William and Nathan. Services are private. Arrangements were made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 


Dorothy M. Kaska

February 22, 2022 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

Dorothy M. Kaska, 90 of Clairton, died Feb. 18, 2022.  She was the daughter of the late Frederick and Anna Garber.  She was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Stanley M. Kaska, her son Alan Kaska and her sister Thelma Goldbaugh.  She is survived by her sons Andrew Grant (Jody), Randy (Yolanta) Kaska and daughter Cindy (Curtis) Tanner along with grandchildren, Noel (Jeff) Skorvan, Joshua, Drew, Amber and Jaden Kaska; also great grandchildren Alexa, Kylie, Ava Skorvan and Julian and Victoria Kaska; also cousins, nieces and nephews.  In addition to being a stay at home mom, Dorothy proudly spent 18 years volunteering at John J. Kane Regional Center in McKeesport.  Friends received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home on Thurs. from 3 to 6. A funeral blessing will be held Fri. at 11:00 am in the funeral home.  Interment following at Lebanon Church Cemetery.