November 11, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Daniel S. Vrabel, age 70, of Elizabeth Twp., died November 9, 2021. Born September 15, 1951, in Clairton, PA, he was the son of the late Albert J. and Ann Carole (Humenik) Vrabel and the husband of Sally (Evans) Kail.
Daniel was a graduate of Clairton High School, received his Bachelor's Degree from Duquesne University, and a Master's Degree in Education from Tennessee State. He was a Radiologic Engineer for Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory. He also worked as a Russian translator and was an accomplished guitarist. Once retired, he and Sally moved to Tennessee where spent his free time playing tennis for a league, and was known for having a high amateur rating. Daniel also enjoyed golfing and spending time with friends, family and beloved dog Rosie.
Daniel is survived by his siblings, Victor, Vivian, Carole, Therese, Albert, Valerie, Paul,Celeste, Clare; and many nieces, nephews, including Derek Vrabel, a nephew with whom Daniel was very close.
In addition to his parents, Daniel was also preceded in death by his brother, Tim Vrabel.
Arrangements were entrusted to Willig Funeral Home & Crematory.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com
Charles Danforth, Supervisor.
November 11, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Elizabeth Anna Segedi, age 102 of Clairton and formerly of Washington, DC, passed away at home on Wednesday, November 10, 2021. Born August 5, 1919 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Michael J. and Elizabeth (Miney) Segedi. A 1937 graduate of Clairton High School, Elizabeth worked as a civil service employee within the Federal Government in Washington, DC from 1941 to 1978. She began with one year for the IRS Income Tax Division, followed by 36 years with the US Coast Guard as a Visual Information Specialist for the Public Information Division. She was a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish and the former St. Paulinus Church in Clairton and the Catholic Daughters of America Court 212 of the District of Columbia. She is survived by many nieces and nephews and, besides her parents, was preceded in death by her siblings Mary Segedi, John Szegedy, and Michael Segedi.
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November 11, 2021 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Audrey A. Yonek, 62, of Belle Vernon, died Nov. 10, 2021. She is the daughter of the late Elmer T. Yonek and Doris (Tamock) Harmon. She is survived by her daughter Theresa Brown; grandsons Cole and Seth Brown; siblings Ronald (Debbie) Yonek, Thomas Yonek, Christine Harmon, Eddie (Leslie) Yonek, Shelly Yonek and Ricki Yonek and step mother Joan Yonek; also many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brother Elmer Michael Yonek. Audrey was a wonderful and loving mother, sister and friend. She would do anything for you. She had a beautiful personality , loved talking hunting with her brothers and loved cooking with the ladies. Friends received Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Tues. from 6 to 7, at which time a funeral service will be held.
November 10, 2021 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Mary (Pastor) Vereb, 102, of Duquesne, died peacefully on Wednesday, November 3, 2021, in Eldercrest Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Munhall. Born on March 26, 1919, in Ironwood, Michigan, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Barbara (Adorjayn) Pastor. Beloved wife of the late John P. Vereb, she is survived a daughter, Barbara Vereb, three grandchildren, Jamie Bottesch (Charles Stemler), Robyn (Pamela) DeGuffroy, and James (Leslie) Bottesch, and five great grandchildren, Kasi (Stefan) Bleakney, Ethan Bottesch, Morgan Bottesch, Riley Bottesch, and Naia Bottesch, and nieces and nephews. Besides her parents and husband she was also preceded in death by a daughter, Arlene Bottesch and two brothers, Frank and Michael Pastor.
Family and friends will be received from 3-8 P.M. on Friday November 12, 2021, in the William S. Skovranko Memorial Home, Inc., 828 Richford Street, Duquesne. A Blessing in the Memorial Home on Saturday, November 14, 2021 at 9:30 A.M. will be followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10 A.M. in Holy Name Church of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish with Rev. Daniel Sweeney as celebrant. Interment will follow in St. Elias Cemetery, West Mifflin.
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November 10, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Bernice E. Guskowski, age 91, formerly of West Mifflin, passed away on November 9, 2021. Born in Duquesne, on May 13, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Felix and Amelia (Kristipitis) Guskowski. She is survived by her daughter, Lorraine “Lori” Dickman of Lawrence, PA, and Nieces and Nephews. She was predeceased by brothers and sisters Albert Pranitis, Mary Green, Raymond Guskowski and Alberta Shrope. A graveside service will be held at St. Casimir Cemetery, Castle Shannon, on Friday, November 12, 2021, at 10:00 a.m., with Rev. Thomas Lewandowski, officiating. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.
November 10, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Patrick Burow, age 54, of Versailles, died on Tuesday, November 9, 2021. He was born in Norfolk, Virginia on November 22, 1966 and is the son of the late Ray Burow and Rita Padgett Burow McCarthy. He was a heavy equipment operator for Atlas Services Corporation in Washington, PA. He also served in the Naval Reserves for many years.
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November 10, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Robert Michael "Mike" Good, 65, of Mount Pleasant, passed away Monday, November 8, 2021. Mike was born May 25, 1956 in Pittsburgh and was the son of the late Vaughn Weaver Good, Jr. and Alta Dale (Hampshire) Good. He was a US Air Force Veteran and worked for many years as a pressman and printer for Minuteman Press in Greensburg and his own business, the former Good Printing, also in Greensburg. Mike was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed doing both in Tionesta, PA. He was a loving father and grandfather. He also enjoyed playing guitar and had a great sense of humor. He will be missed.
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November 10, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Emilene D. Homa, 91, of Elizabeth Township, passed away, Monday, November 8, 2021. She was born May 11, 1930 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Vasil and Anna (Kurta) Feruck. She was the wife of the late Samuel M. Homa who passed away May 30, 2019. She was a member of Dormition of the Holy Virgin Mary Russian Orthodox Church, McKeesport, and Duquesne VFW Ladies Auxiliary.
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November 09, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Ronald L. Van Fossen, age 82, of Elizabeth, passed away on Monday, November 8, 2021 at Jefferson Hospital. He retired as a high school math teacher in the Canon-McMillian School District, where he was a former head coach for the baseball team. He was also a former head coach for a team in the Daily News League and an American Legion team. He was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. Born April 16, 1939 in Bunola, he was a son of the late Harry E. and Stella M. (Cheskawich) Van Fossen. He is survived by his siblings, Arlene Van Fossen, Nancy (Larry) Boal, William (Maryanne) Van Fossen and Dennis (Roslyn) Van Fossen, all of Elizabeth; also, cousins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother, Harry Van Fossen Jr. No visitation is planned. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday, November 11, 2021 at 11 AM in St. Michael Church with the Rev. Thomas A. Wagner officiating. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
November 09, 2021 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Barbara J. (Whigham) Santucci, 65 of Glassport, loving wife, aunt, mum, grandma, and great grandma, passed away Monday, Nov. 8, 2021, after a brief illness. She is the daughter of the late Richard and Louanna (Cramer) Whigham. Before her retirement, she had been a special education teacher and favorite morning waitress at the Glassport Diner. She was a member of Sampson Mills Presbyterian Church in White Oak and a member of the Lady Auxillary Legion Post No. 433, Glassport. Barb truly loved and enjoyed her family and pets. She owned cats and dogs over the years, and her most recent pride and joy was her boxer, Rocky. She loved family vacations and was the first to ask about family holiday meals. She appreciated each family member's unique personality. The role of an aunt, grandma and great grandma was very important to her. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Bob "Tuch" Santucci. She is survived by her sisters Pat (the late Lawrence) Trich and Bonnie (Sam) Gouker; step children Shanan Anderson, Dana Santucci and Kristy Thompson; step grandchildren Lenny, Maylin and Darren Vargo and Karlee, CJ and Shelby Thompson; step great grandhild Bentlee; nieces Jennifer (Vince), Teresa (Andy), Amber and Alexis; nephew Michael (Ashley); great nieces and nephews Amanda, Elianna, Isabella, Mikey and Kailey and many cousins who will all miss her dearly. Friends will be received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Thurs. from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8. Additional visitation will be held Friday morning from 9-10am at the funeral home, followed by a funeral service will be held Fri. at 11:00 am at the Sampson Mills Presbyterian Church, 1665 Lincoln Way, White Oak Pa 15131. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions to either Hillman Cancer Center or Guardian Angel Medical Service Dogs.
November 09, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Rose Marie Banko, age 88 of McKeesport, passed away on Saturday, November 6, 2021 in Transitions Health Center, North Huntingdon. Born December 28, 1932 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Klisanin) Krznaric. Besides her parents, Rose Marie was also preceded in death by her husband Milton H. "Herb" Banko and her siblings: Caroline Kasunich, Fannie Cindric, Michael and Charles Krznaric, Daisy Kramer, Emma Schneider, and Frank and Joseph Krznaric. She is survived by her sister Mary Scott of Monroeville and many nieces and nephews. There is no visitation scheduled for Rose Marie.
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November 08, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Curtis Eugene Ramsey, 62 of Port Vue passed away at home, Saturday November 6, 2021. He was born November 1, 1959 in Clairton and was the son of the late Joseph E. Ramsey, Jr. and of Florence (Coughenour) Ramsey of Clairton. Curtis was a US Marine Veteran where he received his Rifle Marksman Badge, the Good Conduct Medal and was also a cook for 3 years. Curtis worked numerous jobs throughout his lifetime. He was a salesman for Comcast, but a lot of people knew him as Mr. C, the TV Man. During the pandemic, Curtis enjoyed delivering meals for the Food Bank and always left a surprise on your porch.
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November 08, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Former Duquesne resident, Patricia “Patti” Gibbons, 66, of White Oak, passed away unexpectedly on November 7, 2021. Born March 17, 1955, she was the daughter of the late William and Patricia (Cloonan) Gibbons, of Duquesne. Preceded in death by her husband William “Bill” Lutz and brother William “Gibby” Gibbons, she is survived by her children, Michelle Frizzi of West Mifflin and Michael (Lisa) Frizzi of North Huntingdon. Patti was sister to Jo (Jack) Znavor, Mary (Jim) Bick, James “Gibby” Gibbons, Maggie (late “Cookie”) Chiponis and Colleen (Tom) Washko. She was a beloved aunt to many nieces and nephews. Patti retired from Liberty Distribution, in West Mifflin. She appreciated life and her retirement with family and friends. Without a doubt, Patti had a love for lottery tickets and shopping, was an avid reader of novels, loved watching the Steelers, and enjoying a light beer in the sun! She was known for her homemade dishes, which she shared with family and prepared for numerous charity events. Patti’s generosity and thoughtfulness will be missed by all, as her gifts were always from the heart. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 10, 2021, from 6-8 p.m. and Thursday, November 11, 2021, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, where a Blessing Service will be held on Thursday, at 7:30 p.m., with Rev. Thomas Lewandowski, officiating. The family of Patti Gibbons extends their gratitude to all involved in her care at McKeesport Hospital.
November 08, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
August Gabris, age 94, of McKeesport, died October 29, 2021, at Sycamore Estates. Born March 7, 1927, in Snowden, he was the son of the late Joseph and Stella (McMillen) Gabris.
August retired from U.S. Steel and also had a side business in roofing, siding, and painting.
August is survived by a son, Gary (Sheila Wallace) Gabris. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Sandra Feltz.
Family and friends will be received at Willig Funeral Home & Crematory on Saturday, November 13, 2021, from noon until the time of the memorial service at 1 p.m. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com.
Charles Danforth, Supervisor.
November 08, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
James P. Kilroy, age 62, of Duquesne, formerly of McKeesport, died November 4, 2021, at Washington Hospital. Born May 27, 1959, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Jack Kilroy and raised by his mother and loving stepfather Alfred and Louise (Gallagher) Belpuliti.
James enjoyed oil painting, playing the drums, and cooking.
He is survived by children, Nicole Sirvent and Lacey; Grandchildren Jayden Sirvent, and Landen Ballard, siblings, Donnie (Louann) White, of AZ, Linda (Bill) Schneider, of SC, Kathy (Butch) Toth, of McKeesport, Peggy (Arthur) Williams, of McKeesport, Jackie (Carl) Benko, of Liberty Borough, and Lamont (Courtney) Belpuliti, of Glassport and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements were entrusted to Willig Funeral Home & Crematory. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com.
Charles Danforth, Supervisor.
