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Ronald K. Morgan

June 17, 2021 |

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

Ronald K. Morgan, age 50, of McKeesport, died June 12, 2021. Born July 30, 1970, in Bradford, PA, he was the son of the late Keith F. Morgan and Judy Ann (Crandall) Lycette and the husband of Barbara Jean (Byrd) Morgan.
Ron was currently working at Mr. Clean Car Wash of North Versailles. He was a member of Life Giving Community Church of McKeesport, where he played guitar for the church, fulfilling his greatest passion. Ron also enjoyed reading, writing, singing, walking, and nature.

 
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Wendy J. Slafka

June 17, 2021 |

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

Wendy J. Slafka 68, of North Huntingdon, went to be with the Lord on June 16, 2021. She was born April 21, 1953 in McKeesport, daughter of the late George and Margaret Jane Alund.
Loving wife of Mark J. Slafka, devoted mother to Nathan (Ashley) and Christian Slafka. Sister of Edith (Mark) Harvey, and brother David (Pamela) Alund. Adoring grandmother to Rylen, her “princess” and Luca, her “little buddy”, the lights of her life.
She is also survived by nieces and nephews, Natalie, Courtney (Luis), Justin , Ryan (Becky);  Adam (Amy) and Michael (Rebekah).
A 1971 McKeesport High School graduate, she studied music at Duquesne University, taught piano and directed choirs at Christian Life Church and McKeesport Christian Alliance.
A God-fearing woman with a heart of gold, she had a passion for music and loved to sing.
She was an avid Pittsburgh Penguins fan, loved to cook and co-founded a non-profit horse rescue. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Friday 2-4,6-8 P.M. . A funeral service will be held Saturday at 11 A.M. at the Norwin Alliance Christian Church. Please go directly to the church. Memorials may be made to Samaritan Purse. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 


Mary Fletcher

June 16, 2021 |

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

Mary Fletcher, age 88, of McKeesport, died June 13, 2021, at Kane Community Living Center McKeesport.  Born June 2, 1933, in McDonald, she is survived by her son Eugene Fletcher.  Family and friends will be received on Thursday, June 17, 2021,  from 2 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 4 p.m.  Inurnment at a later date in Robinson Run Cemetery.  Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com.  Charles Danforth, Supervisor.

 


Richard F. Bour

June 16, 2021 |

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

Richard F. Bour, age 88, of Forward Twp., passed away on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at home. An Army veteran during the Korean War and a ham radio operator, he was a technician with Bush Radio, a retired avionics technician with Beckett Aviation in West Mifflin, and a retired superintendent at Davis Industries in Rostraver Twp. Born January 19, 1933 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late Frank J. and Catherine (Gross) Bour. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Shirley M. (Smith) Bour; daughters, Diane (Dean Sr.) Korber of West Newton, Robin (David) Wagner of Butler, Jacquline (Raymond) Sammartino of Erie and Linda (Patrick) Buono of Finleyville; grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sisters, Dolores Betler of South Carolina and Mildred (John) Pearson of Florida; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by granddaughter, Samantha Rossiter. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Friday, June 18, 2021 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Saturday, June 19, 2021 at 10 AM in the funeral home chapel with Chaplain Larry Coltura officiating. Burial will follow in Jefferson Memorial Park, Pleasant Hills. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Richard's name to a charity of one's choice. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

 


Bernadine Squillace

June 16, 2021 |

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

Bernadine Squillace, age 84, of White Oak, went home to the Lord and reunited with her husband, Friday, June 11, 2021. Born January 22, 1937, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Anna (Nasta) Jeney and the beloved wife of the late Joseph J. Squillace, Sr. Bernadine found no greater joy than being a wife and mother. She was a former Stenographer at the Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, in her early years. She was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, and attended St. Patrick Church. Bernadine enjoyed baking and sharing her delicious creations with everyone. As Bernadine's family, it has been our privilege to be shaped by her kind spirit and to carry it on in our lives.

 
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June 16, 2021 |

By Administrator | Posted in: Alfieri Funeral Home

Dolores "Do" (Yelochan) Olszewski, 84, died Sunday, June 13, 2021 at the age of 87. Born April 2, 1934, Do was the devoted wife of the late Stanley “Tim” Olszewski. Loving mother of Shawn (Anita Villasenor) Olszewski; adoring grandmother of Hunter and Courtney Olszewski.

In addition to her husband, Do was preceded in passing by her parents, Frank and Rose Yelochan. Do was very devout in her faith. She loved her family, especially her grandchildren. She also enjoyed cooking and baking.

 
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Conrad Petrick

June 15, 2021 |

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

Conrad Petrick, age 89, of North Huntingdon, died June 12, 2021, at Point Pleasant in North Versailles. Born March 23, 1932, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Joseph and Anna Petrick and husband of the late Geraldine "Gerry" Petrick for 57 years.  
Conrad was a 1949 graduate of McKeesport High School and would then enlist in the Army.  After his time spent in the Army, he would attend Duquesne University, where he graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Physics.  Upon graduating, he worked for Gulf Oil and then Chevron as a physicist.  Conrad had his private pilot's license for 50 years and stored his plane at Rostraver Airport. He was a brilliant man, the one the whole family went to, to ask any question about any subject.  Conrad enjoyed working on cars and frequently volunteered his time to help his son-in-law at his auto repair business.   
He is survived by children Denise Yandrlic, Karen (Robert) Robb, and the late Arlene Petrick; grandchildren, Rachel (Brett) Skelley, Elizabeth (Jesse) Lape, and Victoria (Patrick) Kavinski; great-grandchildren, Vaughn and Margot Skelley and Thomas Lape.
He was also preceded in death by a brother and five sisters.
Arrangements were entrusted to Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory. A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date.
Memorial contributions are suggested to Christ United Methodist Church of North Huntingdon, 2800 Coulterville Rd., McKeesport, PA 15131.  
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.  
Chris Odasso, Supervisor.

 


Dorothy J. Terranella

June 15, 2021 |

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

Dorothy J. Terranella, 77, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, June 14, 2021 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital.  She was born October 13, 1943 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Andrew and Dorothy (McDonald) Hudak.  Dorothy was a school teacher for Sisters of Charity, Seton Hill and later retired to start her life as a wife and mother.  She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and loved writing poetry and letters to loved ones.  She enjoyed cooking, sewing, quilting and doll making.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Mary Crawford, and brother-in-law, Daniel Brennan.  She is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Angelo "Terry" Terranella; son, Angelo "Terry" Terranella and his wife, Rachel and Dominic Terranella; brother, Kenny (Terri) Hudak; sisters, Karen (Jerry) Kronk, Cindy Brennan; grandchildren, Dominic (Kathryn), Joseph (Sydney), Angelina, Daniel, Angelo III, Job, Nehemiah, Titus and Caleb.  Friends will be received on Thursday from 5-8 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA.  A funeral service will be held on Friday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel.  Interment to follow in Long Run Cemetery.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 


Zoey Anne Ellis

June 14, 2021 |

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

Zoey Anne Ellis, 6 months old, of Bunola, passed away Friday, June 11, 2021 after courageously fighting AV Canal and Au-Kline Syndrome. She was born December 17, 2020 and was the daughter of Operrashad Ellis and Brittini Obusek. In addition to her parents, Zoey is survived by her sisters, Olivia Obusek, and Nakhia Ellis and brother, Christopher Valperga-Ellis and so many other loving family members and friends. Friends are welcome Thursday, June 17, 2021 from 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm at the Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. Service will be held in the funeral home chapel at 3:00 pm with Vincent Candelore Jr., officiating. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com

 


Kenneth E. Gleditsch

June 14, 2021 |

By Hunter Funeral Home | Posted in: Hunter Funeral Home

Kenneth E. Gleditsch, 77, of McKeesport, died peacefully at home on Saturday, June 12, 2021.  Born in McKeesport, February 12, 1944, he was the son of the late George Herbert and Edith Glaub Gleditsch.  A retired butcher, he served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.  He loved to tend his garden and sit on the front porch, loved to cook, and loved his daughter, Kendra and his dog, Princess.  He is survived by his wife, Isabel Madera Gleditsch; his daughter, Kendra (Kurt) Szymczak of Munhall; brothers, Herb Gleditsch of Indiana, PA and Carl Gleditsch of Columbus, OH; nieces and nephews, Stephen Gleditsch of Washington, DC, Christopher Gleditsch of Washington, DC, Jason Gleditsch of Philadelphia, Kathleen Gleditsch of Raleigh, NC, Michael Wagner of McKeesport, and Janelle Wagner of McKeesport.  Friends will be received in the Hunter Funeral Home, Inc., 1600 Coursin Street, McKeesport, PA  15132 on Thursday, June 17. 2021 from 2-4 PM.

 


Charles H. Turley

June 14, 2021 |

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

Charles H. Turley, age 82, of White Oak, died June 10, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital.  Born July 14, 1938, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Charles Sr. and Elsie (Wallin) Turley and the beloved husband of Nikki (Pratt) Turley for 56 years.

 
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Elizabeth V. Uremovich

June 14, 2021 |

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

Elizabeth "Betty" V. Uremovich, age 86, of Elrama, passed away on Sunday, June 13, 2021 at home. She retired as a secretary in the insurance industry and was a former cook at Lawson’s Nursing Home. She was a member of St. Isaac Jogues Roman Catholic Church in Jefferson Hills and a member of Elrama Volunteer Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary. Born April 25, 1935 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Nicholas and Veronica (Haluska) Gorgey and wife of the late George F. Uremovich. She is survived by daughters, Karen (Dr. Brian) Rizzo of Glendale, AZ and Beth Henderson of Finleyville; son, George N. Uremovich of Elrama; grandchildren, Sasha and Rachelle Henderson, Tyler, Zachary, Daniella and Gabriela Rizzo, and Nicholas, Steven and Shannon Uremovich; great-grandchildren, Jayden and Taylor Walker; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by sister, Kathleen Julian and brother, David Gorgey. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Thursday, June 17, 2021 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Friday, June 18, 2021 at 10:30 AM in St. Isaac Jogues Roman Catholic Church with the Rev. Pierre Falkenhan officiating. Burial will be in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Washington Area Humane Society, 1527 PA-136, Eighty Four, PA, 15330. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

 


Mary White

June 14, 2021 |

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

Mary White, age 70, of McKeesport, died June 11, 2021, at Canterbury Place.  Born February 10, 1951, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late John and Dorothy (Cooper) Baranchak and wife of the late George White.  She is survived by children George White, Randee Evans, and Jenifer Thomson and 14 grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by daughters Melisa and Kelly and a brother Robert Baranchak.  Arrangements were entrusted to Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory.  Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.  Chris Odasso, Supervisor.

 


Ethelmary Frances Leone

June 14, 2021 |

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

Ethelmary Frances (Baldridge) Leone, 87, of Buena Vista, passed away Sunday, June 13, 2021at home. She was born November 9, 1933 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Edward and Mary (Martinik) Baldridge. She was the wife of the late Thomas Leone.

 
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Phyllis Poziviak

June 13, 2021 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Phyllis Marie Morrow Sands Poziviak, 65 of Floreffe, passed away on Saturday, June 12th, 2021 at Jefferson Hospital. She was born in McKeesport on September 10, 1955 to Patricia Ulakovich and the late Elmer Morrow Sr. Phyllis was the loving wife to the late Ronald Poziviak. She is survived by mother Patricia “Pat” Ulakovich of Elizabeth, her daughter Dannielle Henry of McKeesport and her son Scott Sands of Floreffe. She is also survived by her sisters Colleen (Gary) Odenthal of Elizabeth, Karen Contrillo of Monessen, Debra Lockner of Elizabeth, and Michelle (Bob) Lucas of Clarksville, as well as her brother Elmer Morrow Jr. of Monessen. Other survivors include her grandchildren Zachary, Tyler, Summer, and Madison as well as her great-grandchild Riley and many nieces and nephews. She is further survived by her beloved dog Tessa, a pit mastiff. Phyllis is preceded in death by her father Elmer Morrow, brother LCpl Richard Morrow, husbands Leonard Sands and Ronald Poziviak, and significant other Paul Cromling. She enjoyed baking and cooking and will be remembered for the delicious dishes she created. Her family will remember her heart of gold and love for Patsy Cline. Phyllis was known to relax in her home and watch Law and Order SVU. Family and friends will be received on Tuesday, June 15, 2021, from 6-8 pm at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. A private burial will be held for her family at Round Hill Cemetery on Wednesday, June 16, 2021. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be sent to the Epilepsy Foundation at 3540 Crain Highway Suite 675, Bowie, MD 20716 or by calling the center at 1-800-213-5821. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com