October 04, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Paul Michael Neuschwander, age 59, of White Oak, died Oct. 2, 2021. He is the son of Stella Pandel Neuschwander with whom he resided and the late Charles Alton Neuschwander. He was born at McKeesport Hospital on Nov. 5, 1961. He graduated from McKeesport Area High School in 1980, attended West Virginia University and then graduated from Penn State University with an Associates Degree.
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October 04, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Teresa L. (Humphreys) Schiffman, age 54, of Forward Twp., passed away on Sunday, October 3, 2021 at Jefferson Hospital. She was a loving wife and daughter-in-law. Born October 11, 1966 in Prince William County, VA, she was a daughter of the late Robert Benjamin and Diane Marie (Cross) Humphreys. She is survived by her husband of 13 years, Chad Schiffman; daughter, Christina Hall of Virginia; mother-in-law, Carol (John) Schiffman-Makel of Forward Twp.; father-in-law, William (Linda) Schiffman of Florida; and brother-in-law, Ross Schiffman of Forward Twp. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brother, David Wayne Humphreys.
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October 04, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Greta Lynn Goss, age 50, of White Oak, died October 1, 2021, at home. Born March 8, 1971, in Key West, FL, she was the daughter of Gary and Anita (Maksin) Dahmen of White Oak and the wife of Robert "Jason" Goss.
Greta loved nature, animals, and caring for her family. Greta leaves behind her beloved and loyal dog, Andrew, and her feline friends, Tuck, Hannah, and Pixie. She especially enjoyed "birding" with her husband and cherished the time they shared.
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October 04, 2021 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Phyllis M. Carrick, 88, of Glassport died Saturday October 2, 2021. She is the daughter of the late Zygmunt and Estelle Mularski. She was preceded in death by beloved husband Donald Carrick. She is survived by daughters Kathy (Lupe Ornelas) Carrick and Donna Adame; son John (Bill McDonald) Carrick; grandchildren April Adame, Kalley Adame, and Shawna (Sonny) Carapella; great-grandchildren Harry, Eli, Stella, and Ezra; sister Grace Vargo; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her daughter Cheryl Carrick and siblings Anthony, Ernie, Chris (Teenie), and Regis. Phyllis was a member of Christian Mothers, the Ladies Axillary and Queen of the Rosary Church. She also loved baking, cooking, and gardening.
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October 03, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Randy J. "Bodie" Abels, 60, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Friday, October 1, 2021 at home. He was born April 14, 1961 in McKeesport and was the son of Gladys (Panzek) Abels of Dravosburg and the late Ronald "Raz" Abels. Randy retired from US Steel Irvin Works. He was a volunteer at the Sisters of the Divine Redeemer in Elizabeth Township where he loved to walk his buddy, Rocky. Randy loved to hunt and fish with his brother Moose as they and friends spent many hours in the outdoors. Randy was a loving father, husband and friend to everyone. His helping hand and tough love will be missed by many.
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October 03, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Kenneth L. Ring, age 66, of McKeesport, passed away Friday, October 1, 2021, at ManorCare in Monroeville.
He was born June 18, 1955, in McKeesport to Frank and Verna Ring. Ken is survived by his wife of 19 years, Kim (Eicher); his dog Thief; step-daughters, Kimberly (Darric) Bill and Corey Reynolds; son, Timothy (Jeannie) Ring; step-son, Jason Ringer and his children; grandsons, Camdyn (Jenna) Bill, Trevyn Bill, and Brennan Truett; brothers, Frank (Pam) Ring, Ronald (Chris) Ring and sister, Doreen (Bob) Peretic; niece, Sharon (Chris) Parkins; great-nieces, Nicole Messer and Jessica Shields; great-nephew, Leonard Topley III;
He was preceded in death by his son, Kenneth Ring Jr., step-son, Samuel Reynolds; sister, Karen Hoffman and brother, David Ring.
There will be no visitation. Arrangements were entrusted to Willig Funeral Home & Crematory.
Condolences and memories can be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com
Supervisor, Charles Danforth
October 02, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Michael C. “Mickey” Greenwalt, age 61 of Elizabeth Twp., passed away after a long battle on Friday, October 1, 2021 in Jefferson Hospital. Mickey was born on April 22, 1960 to the late Joan (Baker) Smithhammer. He was a member of the Western Pennsylvania Teamsters Union and worked as a facilities operator for Watco Companies in Dravosburg. Mickey is survived by his father, Wayne Smithhammer of Erie; his loving wife Tracy (Tate) Greenwalt; his son Brandon (Heather) Greenwalt of Georgia; his stepdaughter Olesha (James) Arries of Idaho; his stepson Kavan (Lindsey Gosen) Cubra of Ohio; his grandchildren Haylen, Jackson, Karley, Bobby and Eli; his sister-in-law Kim Greenwalt of Belle Vernon; his sister Amy Smithhammer of Liberty Boro; his niece Kristi (Jeremy) Gibson; and his great-niece-and-nephew Liam and Layla. Besides his mother, Mickey was preceded in death by his brother Kenneth Greenwalt who passed away September 14, 2006.
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October 02, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Shirley Ann Mansfield, 87, of Port Vue, passed away on September 30, 2021, at Jefferson Regional Hospital. Born November 12, 1933, to Louis and Violet Kerfoot Bartles in Dravosburg, she was the loving and cherished wife of Kenneth Mansfield, married 70 years on June 2, 2021.
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October 02, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Joann M. Geary of White Oak, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully surrounded by her husband and family on October 1st, 2021. She was born in Mingo Junction, Ohio on February 25, 1936, to the late Eugene and Angeline (Leeper) Cottone as one of eight children. Joann was a 1953 graduate of Clairton High School, member of St. Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church in McKeesport, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, friend, and amazing role model.
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October 02, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
James F. Dittman, Sr., 90 years old, of West Mifflin, passed away on September 30, 2021, surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Rella B. (Grooms) and Jerome J. Dittman, brothers Thomas and Rev. Bernard Dittman, and his beloved wife of 63 years Joan B. (Leskovitz) Dittman. He is survived by his children, Jerome (Beth) of Mesquite, TX, James, Jr. of South Park, Marianne Terrazas of Fountain Hills, AZ, Robert (Karen) of Irwin, Bernard (Krisha) of Westminster, MD, Linda of West Mifflin, Cynthia (Dr. Ken Fasanella) Dittman of Allison Park, and Susan Gamble of Shadyside; grandchildren Angela (Zach) Egbert, Jennifer (Jesse) Buenrostro, Victor Terrazzas, James Dittman, Dr. Lauren Dittman, Thomas Dittman, Jessica (Dr. Chuck) Gabbert, Ryan Long, Jillian Long, Rebecca Long, Margo Gamble and Isaac Gamble; six great-grandchildren, Luke and Madeline Egbert, Bethany Buenrostro, Nora and Riley Gabbert; brother, Jerome (Helen) Dittman. Jim was an Army veteran, serving in Europe during the Korean War. He was an usher and member of St. Joseph Church of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, where he volunteered at their Lenten fish fry, member of the American Legion, VFW, and the Teutonia Mannerchor Club of Duquesne. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and overall outdoorsman. In retirement, he throughly enjoyed his role as a grandfather and great grandfather. He enjoyed the many birds, squirrels and deer that visited his yard and back porch. He took pride in his many different types of flowers that he grew. Jim was a graduate of Duquesne High School. He was a hard worker, many times working three jobs to support his family of eight children. Jim worked for Noble J. Dick, Linde Air Products, Levine Hardware and UPMC Montefiore Hospital, where he retired as a purchasing manager. Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 7, 2021, from 5-8 p.m. and Friday, October 8, 2021 from 2-8 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 Saturday, October 9, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph Church, Duquesne, at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Michael Conway, officiating. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin, with Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank, 1 North Linden St., Duquesne, PA 15110.
October 02, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
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October 01, 2021 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Ashley Marie Snyder, 34 of Forward Township, formerly of West Mifflin, passed away surrounded by loved ones on Thursday, September 30, 2021. She was born in Magee Hospital on October 23, 1986, to Cindy A. Snyder Ross of Clairton and Richard D. Snyder, Sr. of West Mifflin. She is survived by her significant other of 18 years, Nicholas Potter Sr. of Forward Township. She is also survived by her parents Cindy and Richard, as well as her beautiful children MaKenzie Snyder, Nicholas Potter Jr., and Khori Potter. Further survivors include her brother Richard (Gabby Boyd) Snyder, Jr of Charleroi, and her stepfather Jim Ross of Clairton. Ashley loved hard, and she loved often. She was an animal lover. Ashley was one of the real ones- she was witty, beautiful, true, and magnificently made. She was a Christian and is now home with God- no more pain, no more sorrows. Fly high my angel, we love you more than words can say. Arrangements have been entrusted to S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the funeral home to defray costs, or online at www.fundthefuneral.com. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.
September 30, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Joseph Makar, age 77, of White Oak, died on September 28, 2021. He was born in McKeesport on May 16, 1944 and is the son of the late Joseph, Sr. and Irene Oris Makar. He is the husband of the late Minyone Savilla Osborne Makar who died on March 16, 2021. Joseph was a physics teacher for many years at McKeesport Area School District and was also the principal of Yough High School from 1986 to 1997.
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September 30, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Shirley L. Johnston, age 95, of Monroeville, died September 29, 2021, at home. Born October 29, 1925, in Corning, NY, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Margaret (Niskosky) Sophia and wife of the late Edward E. Johnston.
Shirley began her career at Westinghouse and then would retire from the McKeesport School District in the Administration Office. When she was younger, she played the piano, organ and was a soloist at Christian Life Church in Trafford. Shirley adored her grandchildren and loved to play Uno and Scrabble with them.
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September 30, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Gloria B. Sollosi, of McKeesport, died September 28th, 2021, at home. Born November 15, 1936, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Florence (Kakas) DiPerna. She was the wife of Michael T. Sollosi and they were married for 66 years.
Gloria was a graduate of St. Peter High School in McKeesport. She worked for over 30 years in the admissions department of McKeesport Hospital. She was a member of the former Holy Trinity Church, and Mary, Mother of God Parish, Gloria was active in the Confraternity of Christian Mothers and The Ladies of Charity. She enjoyed bingo, casinos, baking, crocheting, sewing, helping her granddaughter Angie with her ancestry tree, and loved collecting Pandas.
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