October 26, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Richard D. Miklusko, age 85, of West Mifflin, died on Monday, October 25, 2021. He was born in Homestead on July 16, 1936 and is the son of the late Anthony and Anna Bodnar Miklusko. He served in the United States Airforce from 1954-1958. He graduated from Penn State University with an associate’s degree and proprietor of Solar Refractories, Inc. in Hazelwood and in Portage, Indiana. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends at his lake house on Lake Stonycreek, PA.
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October 26, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Galen D. Bisel, age 71, of Floreffe, passed away on Monday, October 25, 2021 at home. An Army veteran serving during the Vietnam War, he was a laborer for Trumbull Corporation in Pittsburgh and a 32-year member of 1058 Laborers Union. Born December 30, 1949 in Morgantown, WV, he was a son of the late Donald and Naomi (Bruce) Bisel. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Marylin M. Bisel; sons, Galen D. Bisel Jr. of Finleyville and Brian "Buck" Bisel of Jefferson Hills; sister, Donna Gresczuk of Elizabeth; brother, Charlie (Nancy) Bisel of Greensburg; very special family, John, Nicole, Gauge and Jaydan Scott; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother, Rex Bisel. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Friday, October 29, 2021 from 5-8 PM. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
October 26, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Deborah L. Eagle, age 63, of McKeesport, died October 24, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born February 22, 1958, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Arthur Deemer, Dana "Dobie" Balog, and Patricia Balog and wife of Murrell Eagle.
Debbie loved going to the beach, especially Ocean City, with the whole family. After visiting Painting with a Twist, she found a new hobby in painting. She soon purchased painting supplies and enjoyed hanging her artwork around the house. Debbie looked forward to church and listening to K-Love around her home, but time spent with her grandchildren is what she cherished most.
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October 25, 2021 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Joseph Maizer, 68, of Glassport died October 23, 2021. He is the son of the late Joseph and Gertrude (Sypnieski) Maizer. He is survived by his wife Nicki Harbert; sons Joseph Maizer and Brian Maizer; daughter Heidi Fazio; granddaughters Vada and Rose Maizer. Joe was a member of the Fireman's Citizen Hose Co. #2 and the American Legion. He was retired from Universal Stainless and Alloy. Friends received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8. A funeral blessing will be held Friday 10am at the funeral home. Interment following Round Hill Cemetery.
October 25, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Anthony Iannuzzi, age 81, of Clairton passed away on Saturday, October 23, 2021. Born August 17, 1940 in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Pete and Madeline (Stratico) Iannuzzi. He is survived by his brother Joseph (Deborah) Iannuzzi and sister Tina Prepelka: nieces Lauren (William) Strenske, Amanda Iannuzzi and Amy (Andrew) Tingley, great-nieces and nephews, Halston and Bristow Strenske, and Ashton and Avery Tingley, and former brother-in-law Ronald "Spanky" Prepelka. Anthony was the Pirates' #1 fan and had a remarkable ability to remember sports facts and figures. At the request of the family services will be private. Arrangements done by the A.J. Bekavac Funeral Home, Clairton, 555 Fifth Street, Clairton, PA 15025, 412-233-5700. www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
October 25, 2021 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Stanley “Stush” J. Kudla, 67, of Glassport died Oct. 24, 2021. He is the son of the late Stanley and Mary (Golik) Kudla and beloved husband of the late Bea Ann (Paulovich) Kudla. He is survived by his daughters Natalie (Matthew) Scheiber and Andrea Kudla; son Matthew Kudla; step son Adam Bell; grandchildren Holden Sczerba, Addison Scheiber and Aiden Scheiber; brother Ronald (Dolores) Kudla; sister Kathy (David) Gwaley; nephews Jason and Jonathan Gwaley; also many cousins. He was preceded in death by his beloved dog Theo. Stush was a retired analyst for Community Bank; a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, where he served as a lector and eucharistic minister; K of C;
PNA; graduate of W & J College in 1976 and was a huge Greatful Dead fan. “If I had a star to give, I’d give it to you long as you live, would you have the time to watch it shine, watch it shine or ask for the moon and heaven too? I’d give it to you…Jerry Garcia”. Friends recieved at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Wed. from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8. A funeral mass will be held Thurs. at 10:00 am at Queen of the Rosary Church with Father Miroslaus Wojcicki. Interment following St. Mary’s Polish Cemetery.
October 25, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
David G. Cochran, age 65, of Lincoln Borough, passed away with his sons by his side on Saturday, October 23, 2021 at Jefferson Hospital. He was a machinist for Pittsburgh Carbide in Elizabeth and a member of Park Baptist Church in Versailles. Born October 5, 1956 in McKeesport, he was a son of George D. Cochran of Long Branch Borough and the late Violet (Creek) Cochran. In addition to his father, he is survived by his sons, David (Jessica) Cochran of Avonmore and Matthew L. Cochran of Lincoln Borough; grandchildren, Cody, David, Alison, Abigail, Caroline, Weston and Michael; siblings, Diane Hyde of Ruffsdale, Doreen Ahlin of Mt. Pleasant and Todd Cochran of Long Branch Borough; also, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Thursday, October 28, 2021 from 3 PM until the time of service at 7 PM in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Robert Shallenberger officiating. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
October 25, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Susan J. Amicone, 72, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, October 23, 2021 at Excela Health Latrobe Hospital. She was born, January 24, 1949 in Maryland, a daughter of the late Richard and Iris (Negri) Potter. Prior to her retirement, Susan was a secretary for various businesses and was a member of Son Rise Church, Latrobe. She enjoyed oil painting, vacationing, helping others and was an animal lover. She is survived by her husband, Lewis Amicone; sons, Lewis Amicone III and his wife, Susie, Eric Amicone; sister, Evone Myers and her husband, Michael; grandchildren, Sean, Scott, Nathan, Deric, Lily, Sam and Emma; niece, Michelle; and nephews, Matthew and Timothy. Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8 on Thursday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, N. Huntingdon, PA 15642. A funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. on Friday in the funeral home chapel. Entombment to follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to White Oak Animal Shelter. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
October 25, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Pamela Jean Gordon Wilson, age 68, of Lincoln Borough, passed away on Saturday, October 23, 2021 at Jefferson Hospital. She was a retired psychiatric aide at Mayview State Hospital in Upper St. Clair. She was a devout Methodist. Born September 2, 1953 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Andrew and Louise Gordon. She is survived by her husband of 42 years, James G. Wilson; brother, the Rev. Drew (Jenny) Gordon of Sykesville; also, nieces and nephews. There will be a memorial gathering in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Thursday, October 28, 2021 from 1 PM until the time of service at 2 PM in the funeral home chapel with her brother, the Rev. Drew Gordon, and brother-in-law the Rev. David Wilson officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Elizabeth United Methodist Church, 317 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth, PA 15037. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
October 25, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Vincent F. Mandella, 79, of Irwin, passed away with his wife by his side, Sunday, October 24, 2021 in UPMC Shadyside Hospital, Pittsburgh. He was born July 22, 1942 in McKeesport, a son of the late Joseph and Rose (Siwiec) Mandella. Prior to his retirement, Vince was a journeyman electrician for IBEW Local 5 with 55 years of service and an officer of the Local 5. He was a member of St. Edward Parish, Herminie, the American Legion Pool League and Jacktown Ride & Hunt Club. He enjoyed woodworking, gardening, playing golf, and hunting and fishing. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Rita Hudson. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Carol Ann (Prout) Mandella; son, Jim Mandella and his wife, Martina "Tina"; daughter, Denise Bell and her husband, Michael; brother, Joseph (Eileen) Mandella; grandchildren, Martina "Marti", Nicholas, Brandon and Addison "Addi". Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, N. Huntingdon, PA 15642. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday at 10 a.m. in St. Edward Church, Herminie. Interment to follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, N. Versailles. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association or the American Kidney Association. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
October 25, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Anna Susan Durik, age 98, formerly of Duquesne, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 23, 2021, at Forbes Hospital. Anna was born on May 20, 1923, in McKeesport, to the late Andrew and Mary (Chernak) Durik. Anna graduated from Duquesne High School and Duff’s Business School. She retired from U.S. Steel-Duquesne Work as a supervisor in tabulating. She was a devout Christian and member of St. John Mark Lutheran Church in Homestead. She was predeceased by her brothers and sisters, Andrew P. (late Mary) Durik, John Durik, Olga (Albert) Gould, and Irene Durik and her great nephew, Dillon Clutter. Anna is survived by niece, Mary Jane (Larry) Zadonick, nephew, Jay Gould, niece, Gloria (Eugene) Tutera and niece, Lois (Glenn) Clutter; great nephews, Aaron Zadonick, Michael (Janelle) Tutera, Ryan (Carey) Tutera and Marshall Clutter; and great-great nephews, John and David Tutera. There is no visitation. Services will be held on Wednesday, October 27, 2021, at 12:00 Noon, at the McKeesport-Versailles Cemetery, with Boniface 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.
October 25, 2021 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Dolores "DoDo" Loop, 89 of Duquesne, died Oct. 23, 2021. She is the daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Legerski) Novak and sister of the late Robert Novak and Barbara Jean Hall. DoDo was a member of Christ the Light of the World Parish; Rosary Society and served as a lector. She was a retired secretary for Westinghouse Bettis, where she worked for over 44 years. Friends received Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne, on Wed. from 1 to 4. A funeral mass will be held Thurs. at 10am at Holy Name Church with Father Tom Lewandowsky. Interment following St. Hedwig Cemetery.
October 24, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Elizabeth M. Lawrence, 94, of North Versailles, passed away Saturday, October 23, 2021. She was born May 1, 1927 in Braddock and was the daughter of the late Andrzej and Zophie (Wytrwal) Kolano. She was the wife of the late George Michael Lawrence who passed away January 16, 1975. Elizabeth was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish - St Robert Bellarmine Church, and the Polish Women's Alliance. She had a strong Catholic Faith and was proud of her Polish heritage. Her family was the most important part of her life.
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October 23, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
William A. “Chip” Chepanoske, age 84, of Forward Twp., passed away on Saturday, October 16, 2021 at home. He was a retired draftsman for Westinghouse in Jefferson Hills and was also a taxidermist and the founder of Trophy Crossroads Taxidermy Studio. He was a minister for more than 40 years and a member of the Church of Jesus Christ in Monongahela. A U.S. Navy veteran, he was a past board member for the Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center, a lifetime member of the NRA, and a master in tang soo do karate. Born March 16, 1937 in Duquesne, he was a son of the late Anthony and Margaret Chepanoske and husband of the late Marian (Andrejchak) Chepanoske. He is survived by his daughter, Cheryl Ashcraft of Elizabeth Twp.; sons, Anthony (Andrea) Chepanoske of Buena Vista, William Chepanoske of Lakeside, AZ and David Chepanoske of Sewickley; five grandchildren, Shane (Nicole) Smith, Danielle (Wesley) Miller, Taryn Chepanoske, Brent Smith and Mike Chepanoske; three great-grandchildren, Carson Smith, Brent Smith and Payton Miller; brother, Anthony (Jean) Chepanoske of Duquesne; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by his son, John Chepanoske. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Tuesday, October 26, 2021 from 4-8PM. A funeral service will take place on Wednesday, October 27, 2021 at 12 Noon in the Church of Jesus Christ, 525 6
th Street, Monongahela, PA 15063 with Evangelist Robert Nicklow, Jr. officiating. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to the Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center Elder Care Fund, 120 Charles Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15238. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
October 23, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Marian (Andrejchak) Chepanoske, age 84, of Forward Twp., passed away on Friday, October 22, 2021 at Jefferson Hospital. She was a retired beautician and proprietor of Marian’s Beauty Shop. She enjoyed crafts and operated Marian’s Creations Novelty Shop. Born September 29, 1937, she was a daughter of the late George and Mary (Vasil) Andrejchak and wife of the late William A. “Chip” Chepanoske. She is survived by her daughter, Cheryl Ashcraft of Elizabeth Twp.; sons, Anthony (Andrea) Chepanoske of Buena Vista, William Chepanoske of Lakeside, AZ and David Chepanoske of Sewickley; five grandchildren, Shane (Nicole) Smith, Danielle (Wesley) Miller, Taryn Chepanoske, Brent Smith and Mike Chepanoske; three great-grandchildren, Carson Smith, Brent Smith and Payton Miller; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her son, John Chepanoske and her brother, George Andrejchak. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Tuesday, October 26, 2021 from 4-8PM. A funeral service will take place on Wednesday, October 27, 2021 at 12 Noon in the Church of Jesus Christ, 525 6
th Street, Monongahela, PA 15063 with Evangelist Robert Nicklow, Jr. officiating. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to the Council of Three Rivers American Indian Center Elder Care Fund, 120 Charles Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15238. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
