June 23, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Francis “Fran” Patrick passed away suddenly on Friday, June 18th, 2021. He was born on January 11, 1944 in Clairton, PA, and is the son of the late Frank and Lila Thomas Patrick. Fran resided and raised his family in Dravosburg, PA, then in November of 2020 Fran achieved his goal of retiring in Florida with his wife, Regina, and his son, Addam and his family.
He was an electrical designer by trade and had a superior work ethic. He was a junior fire fighter and a lifelong member of Dravosburg Volunteer Fire Department. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus for 40 years and was past Grand Knight of Council 4210 Duquesne/West Mifflin, past Faithful Navigator of the Stephen P. Parry Assembly and District Treasurer of Master Sean Petriscko.
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June 23, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Flora Evelyn (Castro) Klein, 87, of White Oak, formerly of Port Vue, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, June 22, 2021. She was born May 26, 1934 in Duquesne and was the daughter of the late Frank and Clara (Fulks) Castro. She was the wife of the late Curtis H. Klein who passed away November 9, 2002. Flora was a longstanding member of Faith Lutheran Church in White Oak. She was a homemaker, worked at Johnston the Florist, and was active with the Girl Scouts, Port Vue Athletic Association, South Allegheny Football Boosters, Cub Scout Den Mom, and the Pastels Bowling League. She was also an Amateur Artist and was a member of the McKeesport Artist Guild. She loved nature and enjoyed watching the birds, squirrels, chipmunks, turkey, rabbits, fox and deer in her backyard.
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June 23, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Richard Michael Martchek, 84, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, June 23, 2021 at Vista Springs Quail Highlands Assisted Living in Concord, OH. He was born August 3, 1936 in Braddock, the son of the late Michael and Anna (Fialkovich) Martchek. Prior to his retirement, Richard was a slab mill maintenance worker for US Steel Edgar Thompson Works and an electrician. He was a veteran of the US Army having served in Germany from 1959-1962 and a member of Saints Peter & Paul Byzantine Catholic Church. Richard loved to tinker around his home, working on his cars, feeding the birds and animals and enjoyed being around people. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara (Morgart) Martchek. He is survived by his daughter, Louise Sullivan and her husband, Ken; and 2 grandchildren, Kathleen Sullivan, Patrick Sullivan and his fiancee Kristen. Friends will be received from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A funeral service will follow at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, P.O. Box 72101, Cleveland, OH 44192 or on-line www.hospicewr.org., or an animal shelter of your choice. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com. The family would like to thank Vista Springs and Hospice for their unspeakable kindness and care.
June 23, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Lillian Mae Koch, 89, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Saturday, June 19, 2021. She was born November 21, 1931 in Dormont and was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Bush) Dutko. She was the wife of the late Rev. Joseph Koch who passed away April 12, 2012. Lillian was a member of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, McKeesport, and also a member of Transfiguration Anglican Church, Elizabeth.
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June 23, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Anita Louise Gallaway, age 62, of McKeesport, died June 21, 2021, at UPMC East. Born November 15, 1958, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late William and Cynthia (Gallaway) Deemer.
Anita dedicated her life to caring for her family and home. She was a member of the former St. John's Lutheran Church of McKeesport. Anita enjoyed cooking, attending bingo, reading, and singing. However, her greatest joy was the time she spent laughing with her family, especially grandson Lance, the light of her life.
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June 22, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Jessica Anne Clymire, age 31, of Elizabeth, passed away on Thursday, June 17, 2021. She was a former nurses aide at The Palm's at O’Neil. Born October 27, 1989 in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of Patrick J. (Beth Courson) Clymire of Parker and Michele Clinton (David) Bendel of Elizabeth. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her children, Adam, Makena and Graciee of Elizabeth Twp.; sister, Jennifer Clymire of Elizabeth Twp.; maternal grandmother, Barbara Bower of Clairton; nephews, Raymond "Kidd" Miller Jr., Jamie Miller and Chase Miller; stepsisters, Amanda and Karri Bendel; also, aunts, uncles and cousins. Visitation and service were private. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
June 22, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
George Mehalcik, age 61, of Clairton, died on Monday, June 14, 2021. He was born in McKeesport on February 12, 1960 and is the son of the late Edward and Ann Jakubek Mehalcik.
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June 22, 2021 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Gabriel "Gabe" Pediconi, 81, of Glassport, died June 21, 2021. He is the son of the late Adelmo and Rose Pediconi and beloved husband of the late Louise (Camerson) Pediconi. Gabe is survived by his son Gabe (Renee) Pediconi; daughter Tina (the late Daryl) Mitchell; grandchildren Nikki Mitchell, Katie Mitchell and Gabriella Pediconi; great grandson Nico Mitchell; and sister Phyllis (the late Patsy) DiMarco. Gabe was a retired brick layer for DiMarco Construction; was a member of Queen of the Rosary Parish and a lifetime member, for over 60 years, with the Citizens Hose #1 Fire Dept. Friends will be received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Fri. from 2 to 8. A funeral blessing will be held Sat. 10:00 am at the funeral home with Father Miroslaus Wojcicki. Interment will following at Calvary Cemetery, Port Vue.
June 22, 2021 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Mark A. Gombita, 57, of Glassport died June 21, 2021. He is the son of the late Joseph and Elizabeth (Rusnak) Gombita. Mark is survived by his sister Mary Jo (Rick) Karnash; brother Joseph M. Gombita; nieces Amanda Kopko and Melanie (Jon) McClannahn and nephews Joseph Karnash and Richard Karnash. Mark was a painter and belonged to the Painter’s Union. Friends received Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Sat. from 4 to 7.
June 22, 2021 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Orlando A. Robertson, 52, born March 25, 1969 to the late James and Victoria Bryan Robertson, departed this life on June 14, 2021. He was preceded in death by brothers: Daniel (Danny) Robertson, Jeff Robertson, Michael Robertson: Nephew, Anthony (Tone) Robertson, and brother-in-law: James E. Gant Sr.
Orlando was a graduate of McKeesport Senior High School. Orlando graduated from SUNY/College at Old Westbury, Long Island, New York where he received his bachelor’s degree in American Studies, concentrating in Communications. During his college tenure, he achieved academic honors and awards. Orlando was the recipient of the Award for Academic Excellence & Community Service. His extracurricular activities included being a writer for the school’s newspaper, “The Catalyst”, a Peer Counselor, VP of Committee Relations on the board of Student Government Association, and designated Chairperson of the Food Service Committee.
Orlando not only gained job experience in the news business, Orlando, also learned valuable life lessons while he interned at WABC-TV in New York.
Orlando’s entrepreneurial skills debuted in 1991 when he developed & marketed specialized information packets, i.e. “Y2K: In A Nutshell.” Not long into the future and following graduation from college, Orlando also established “My Mourning Ministry”. A ministry he founded to support grieving families who experienced the loss of a loved one. Through poems, kind words & hand-written cards, he financed from his own pockets, he searched out & blessed others who were experiencing hurt. Orlando Inc. was later established. Orlando was also the developer of Orlando.org. & Orlando Productions, in which he sold an online video/management package of his expertise to upcoming hip-hop artists, as a first step to getting established in the business.
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June 22, 2021 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Roseanne E. (Severino) Parlak, 79, of West Newton formerly of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, June 19, 2021. She was born June 17, 1942 in Braddock, a daughter of the late Constantino “Stanley” and Lucia “Lucy” (LaGorga) Severino. She was a devout Catholic that attended both Immaculate Conception Church and St. Agnes Church, and throughout her life she always had a strong Christian faith. She was a loving mother and grandmother who lived for her family. Roseanne loved animals, was a professional shopper, and treated her friends as if they were family.
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June 22, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Mary E. Opfer, age 94, of Union Twp. passed away on Monday, June 21, 2021 at Monongahela Valley Hospital. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Kastan Uveges VFW Post 7632 in Blaine Hill and enjoyed playing bingo. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were the light of her life. Born August 28, 1926 in Elizabeth Twp., she was a daughter of the late Anthony and Bessie (Wilson) Werner and wife of the late Theodore C. Opfer. She is survived by daughter, Selina M. Jones of Finleyville; son, Albert T. Opfer of Ipswich, England; grandchildren, Jennifer (Tim Nagy) Jones of Elrama, C. Michael (Heather) Jones of Forward Twp. and Brandon Jones of Union Twp.; great-grandchildren, Jeremy, Allison and Harper; sister, Luella Shoemaker of Huntingdon; brother, Alvin Werner of Forward Twp.; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by brothers, John, Fredrick, Eugene, Willard and Wayne Werner. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Wednesday, June 23, 2021 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Thursday, June 24, 2021 at 11 AM in the funeral home chapel with Elder Melvin Brown officiating. Burial will be in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
June 22, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
John "Tom" Thomas Hurley age 86, of McKeesport, died June 19, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport. Born November 17, 1934, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late John E.and Retha T. (Edwards) Hurley and the husband of the late Nancy Louise Hurley.
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June 22, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Rose Mary Surgent, 85, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, June 21, 2021 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. She was born October 1, 1935 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Joseph and Rose (Duffek) Chvasta. Prior to her retirement, Rose Mary was an event planner. She was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, volunteer for Norwin Area Meals On Wheels and an election poll worker. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Joseph Chvasta, Dr. Thomas Chvasta and sisters, Helen Digby and Marjorie Kish. She is survived by her sons, James and his wife, Pam, Jeff and his wife, Lorie Lee, John and his wife, Angelina; grandchildren, Lea, Daniel, Shelbey, Hannah, Ava, and Joseph. There will be no visitation. Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
June 21, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Theresa N. Pascal, 48, of North Versailles formerly of Warren, OH, passed away Saturday, June 19, 2021. She was born August 7, 1972 in Warren, OH, a daughter of Georgene King and the late Austin King. Theresa was a 1990 graduate of Warren Christian Academy and enjoyed swimming, playing basketball and going to the movies. She is survived by her son, Austin M. Pascal; daughter, Carly Ann Pascal. Sisters, Denise (Thomas) Mackall, Marlene (James) Orr, Darla (Cary) Erickson, Michelle (Jeff) Davis, Erin King, Cindy (John) Richer, Peggy (Dave) Merchandino; companion, Daniel “Dino” Reedy and his children, Lisa (Jim) Shade, LeAnne (Gordon) Damasky and their children. Friends will be received on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A funeral service will be held on Thursday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
