March 26, 2023 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Walter R. Worek Jr., Age 83, of West Mifflin, passed away Sunday, March 26, 2023, at Jefferson Hills Rehabilitation & Wellness Center. Born in Glassport, on November 19, 1939, he was the son of the Late Walter and Elizabeth (Michaels) Worek Sr. He was a retired teller for various banks, ending with PNC. He was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish – St. Joseph Church and the Duquesne Annex Volunteer Fire Department where he served as Vice President. He loved the Pittsburgh Pirates and Steelers. Walter is the beloved husband of 60 years to Carol (Ruggier) Worek; father of Arlene (Bruce) Goetz of Mars, John (Sharen) Worek of West Mifflin and David (Maria) Worek of South Riding, VA; Grandfather of Ben (Lauren) Worek, Brian Worek, Molly Worek, Megan Worek, Shelly Worek, Josh Goetz, Ali Goetz, Ian Goetz and Rachel Goetz; Brother of Late Eugene (wife Beverly survives) Worek and Dennis (Debbie) Worek of VA; Nephew of Aileen (Late Albert “Bob”) Michaels of Duquesne; Brother-In-Law of Sandi (Late Gerry) Como of Pleasant Hills, Shelly (Late Paul) Ruggier of Elizabeth Twp. and Thomas (Late Evie) Fichera of West Mifflin. He is also survived by many Nieces and Nephews.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, from 1-4 and 6-8 pm at the MALOY- SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, PA 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAN BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, where a Blessing Service will be held on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at 9:30 am, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am, at St. Joseph Church-Duquesne, with Rev. Nick Mastrangelo officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to The Alzheimers Association. Walter’s family would like to give a special thank you to his caregivers and Monarch Hospice for their kind and compassionate care.
March 26, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Mollie Theresa Claar 90, of Elizabeth Township passed away Friday, March 24, 2023. She was born February 23, 1933 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Gust and Catherine (Bosnak) Navaroli. She was the loving wife of the late Albert Bryce Claar who passed away September 16, 2010; and the mother of the late David Albert Claar who passed away October 15, 2015.
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March 25, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Glenn Murtha, 96, of Houston, Texas, passed away Thursday March 16, 2023. He was born March 2, 1927 in Dravosburg, Pennsylvania, and was the 4th of 8 children born to the late John and Marie Murtha. He was preceded in death by his brothers Louis (Lois), Pierpont OH; William (Audrey), Kenneth, and Robert (Shirley) Murtha all from Elizabeth Township, PA. He is survived by his spouse of 63 years, Darlene Stirling Murtha of Houston, TX; his children Pam (Mike) Mazor of Ann Arbor, MI and Glenn Murtha of Houston, TX; his grandsons Kevin (Brittany) Mazor of Chicago, IL and Bryan Mazor of Denver Colorado; sister June of Elizabeth Township, PA; sister-in-law Esther of Keyser WV; brothers Ronald (Lita) of Bradenton, FL and James (Jackie) of Elizabeth Township, PA plus many nieces and nephews.
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March 25, 2023 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Jennifer Youngerman, 57, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, March 23, 2023 at Forbes Regional Hospital. She was born October 1, 1965 in McKeesport, a daughter of Hilda Brown Youngerman and the late Kenneth Youngerman. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her brother, Kenneth and sisters, Lisa Ann and Amy. Services are private. Arrangements made by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
March 24, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
George E. Seman, 82, of McKeesport, formerly of Elizabeth Township, passed away Wednesday, March 22, 2023. He was born February 16, 1941 in McKeesport and was the son of the late George and Marie E. (Semago) Seman. He was the husband of the late Virginia Fields (MacFarlane) Seman, who passed away in 2012. George was raised in Glassport and went on the graduate from The Art Institute of Pittsburgh. He went on to work for Westinghouse as a graphic engineer for over 30 years. George loved dogs and children. He took great pride in being infantile and was a kid at heart. He was a kind, giving and gentle soul and will be greatly missed.
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March 24, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Michael J. Shinavski, age 89, of Elizabeth Twp., formerly of Elizabeth, passed away on Friday, March 24, 2023 at Jefferson Hospital. An Army veteran having served during the Korean War, he was a retired steelworker at US Steel National Tube in McKeesport and a former maintenance employee for the Elizabeth Forward School District. A member of Mary Mother of God Parish in White Oak, he liked hunting, fishing and the outdoors, and enjoyed going to the family camp in Tidioute. Born May 4, 1933 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Michael and Mary (Feltz) Shinavski and husband of the late Catherine A. (Pavol) Shinavski. He is survived by sons, Michael J. Shinavski of Elizabeth Twp. and Kenneth J. (Darla) Shinavski of Farmington; grandchildren, Katelyn, Eva, Laura and Julie; daughter-in-law, Lorraine Shinavski of South Park; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by son, David Shinavski. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Monday, March 27, 2023 from 4-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at 10 AM at Corpus Christi Church in McKeesport with the Rev. Terry O'Connor officiating. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, North Versailles. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
March 24, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Julia Dufalla, age 96 of West Mifflin, passed away on Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at Paramount Senior Living of South Hills. Born June 13, 1926 in Clairton, she was a daughter of the late Andrew and Julia (Kolcun) Dufalla. Julia was a medical secretary and Tech for Bell Telephone/Verizon for 45 years. She was a member of Ascension of Our Lord Byzantine Catholic Church in Clairton She is survived by nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents she was preceded by her brothers Andrew, John and Michael Dufalla; and her sisters Ann Turick, Mary Graban, Helen Solo, Irene Parish, and Margaret Dufalla. Friends will be received from 10 AM to 11:30 AM Monday, March 27, 2023 with a Parastas service at 11:30 AM in the A.J. Bekavac Funeral Home. A Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated at 12 PM Monday March 27, 2023 in Ascension of Our Lord Byzantine Catholic Church, Clairton, with Father Ivan Mina as celebrant. Burial will follow in Ascension Cemetery, Clairton. Arrangements by A. J. Bekavac Funeral Home. www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
March 24, 2023 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Michael Ganley, age 71, of White Oak, died March 14, 2023, at UPMC East. Born November 18, 1951, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Charles Sr. and Theresa (Lawley) Ganley. Michael graduated from McKeesport High School and received his Bachelor's Degree from Duquesne University. Michael loved his daughter and cherished their trips to theme parks, with Disney being one of their favorites.
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March 23, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Bonnie Rae (Kruszka) Streeter, age 78, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at Canterbury Place. She retired as an investment assistant for the Drug Enforcement Agency in San Diego, CA. Born January 16, 1945 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late William and Helen (Burda) Kruszka. She is survived by her daughter, Julie Streeter of The Villages, FL; and cousins. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers, Randy and Larry Kruszka. No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
March 23, 2023 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Eileen R. Fine, 80, of Rostraver Township, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, March 22, 2023. She was born February 5, 1943 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Carl and Ellen (Landers) Byrand.
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March 23, 2023 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Cynthia Ann (Coburn) Dragosin, age 72 of Clairton, passed away on Tuesday, March 21, 2023 in Jefferson Hospital. Born July 24, 1950 in Connellsville, she was a daughter of the late James Patrick Coburn, Sr. and Bernadine Yvonne (Mascara) Coburn. She attended Mount Mercy Women's College and California State College of Pennsylvania with a major in biology. Cynthia was a natural IT expert; as well as a certified Sony video conferencing specialist, audio and video scriptwriter, software trainer and did video production. Her expertise with animation software landed her into performing the computerized pencil test for Tom Petty's video "Running Down A Dream" and so many more accomplishments in all of her fields. She currently worked in operations for I Can Distribution in Pittsburgh and was a contract administrating agent with Can Research Laboratories Inc. through Dragosin Production Works. Cynthia actively participated in her Catholic parishes all of her life: choir and guitarist, 2nd grade/Holy Communion and CCD teacher at St. Aloysius Roman Catholic Church in Dunbar and St. Clare of Assissi Church Clairton. She was also a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish - St. Clare of Assisi Church, Clairton.
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March 22, 2023 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Kenneth Bruce Cechman, of Pitcairn, age 76, died at his residence on March 20, 2023. He is the son of the late Larue and Ruth Africa Cechman and was born in Wilkinsburg on Oct. 28, 1946.
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March 22, 2023 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
On March 17, 2023, George Sanders, Loving Father, Brother and Life Partner passed away in the city of Duquesne, PA. George is survived by the (Late Johnny Lee Sanders and Late Florence Victoria Price), Daughter, Kandice Stanley and Son, Shaquawn Drake, Siblings: Henry Allen Cook, (Late, Dornetta Walls), Donald Victor Cook, Elizabeth Flowers, Jeannette Diane Clark, Sylvia Saunders, and Lori Sanders, Grandchildren: Kiairra Joseph, Calvonte and Dorsae Moore, Jarelle Mason, Reuben Williams Jr., Shakaira and Sky'lynn Drake, Jahlani, DeMario, Anaejah, Chad, Zion, Ciera, Josiah, Chris, Elijah, Aynahis, Cartier, Daylin, Travious, Mohogany, Lionel Jr., and Batman King Baldwin, Great Grandchildren: Dakota and Dakari Halcomb, Jahlani Jr., Life Partner: Vicky Baldwin, Step Children: Danielle, Lashawna, and Jasmin Baldwin, Step Great Grandchild: Jahlani Jr., and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
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March 22, 2023 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Pamela Ghafoor, age 58, of Dravosburg--Sunrise, June 27, 1964~Sunset, March 22, 2023. Born in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Jumal and Phyllis (Poindexter) Ghafoor Sr. She liked to braid hair, make clothes and talk about home remedies. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Brittany Barnett of Pittsburgh and Alanzo Williams of Dravosburg; brothers, Jerome Ghafoor of Pittsburgh and Gerard Ghafoor of Turtle Creek and sister, Phyllis Denise Ghafoor of Pittsburgh. She was preceded in death by her brothers, late Jumal Ghafoor Jr. and late Derek Ghafoor. There is no visitation. A Memorial Service will be announced with time and place. 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.
March 22, 2023 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Marcy G. Westerlund, 63, of Lebanon, Pennsylvania passed away Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at home.
Born April 11, 1959 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Robert L. and Lois E. (Peterson) Gilmore.
Marcy was a musician and teacher, lover of learning new things and all-around happy camper. She earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s of Music Education and Performance from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh and performed with the Three Rivers Saxophone Quartet for 25 years.
She is survived by her loving husband of 40 years Richard J. Westerlund; adored daughter Kathryn L. Westerlund; dear sister Robyn S. Schilke; most-loved cousin Curt Pratt, the ”Keeper of the Koala,” and his wonderful wife Bo; best friend and Buddy Pal for 63 years Lisa Sandonato; and incredible mother-in-law Nancy T. “Grammy” Westerlund.
Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on April 11, 2023 from 4 to 8 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, raise a glass of your favorite beverage and keep the music playing.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com
Supervisor, Chris Odasso
