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June 11, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Richard "Rich" D. Grygo age 77, of McKeesport, passed away peacefully on June 9, 2021, at Riverside Care Center. Born August 31, 1943, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Chester and Elizabeth (Lovasz) Grygo and the husband of Antonette (Cottone) Grygo of 50 years.
June 11, 2021 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
James Eugene Hawkins, 37, died June 6, 2021. He was born June 28, 1983. Arrangements are in charge of Robert A. Waters Funeral Home Inc. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of James Eugene Hawkins, please visit our floral store.
June 11, 2021 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Rosemary (Loeffler) Daugherty, 92, of East McKeesport, passed away Tuesday, June 8, 2021. She was born January 25, 1929 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Albert and Gertrude (Jaycox) Loeffler and was also preceded in death by her husband William M. Daugherty and a sister Mavis Fuhr. She was a member of Mary Mother of God Parish (formerly St. Robert Bellarmine Church, East McKeesport) where she was a member of the church choir for over 40 years. She also sang in the Heinz Chapel Choir at her beloved University of Pittsburgh and had a lifelong love of music. Rosemary was a former secretary at Auberle Home. She looked forward to her annual family vacation in her home away from home, Stone Harbor, New Jersey.
June 11, 2021 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Daisy Gertrude Jones (Shine) of West Mifflin, PA passed away June 4, 2021, at Locust Grove Personal Care and Memory Care in West Mifflin, PA. She was born May 12, 1923, in Red Springs, NC, to the late Henry and Gertrude Lennon. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wade Jones and her sisters Josephine Lennon, Mary George, Atha Bell, Nellie Davis and Cassie Lennon.
Daisy attended and graduated from Duquesne High School in 1941. She was a member of Jerusalem Baptist Church for many years. While there, she joined and volunteered in several organizations and functions. Daisy entered the workforce at an early age with a strong work ethic. She worked at Kennywood Park, performed domestic work for a Jewish family, that has embraced her as a member until this day. She was also a hairdresser and even was a “Rosie the Riveter” welder on transport ships in Ambridge, Beaver County, PA during WW II. In her twenties, she found the job she was born to do – a charge nurse at Canterbury Place Personal Care Home. She later received her LPN nursing license. She had high standards for herself and her goal was to treat every patient the way that she would want her Mother treated. After retiring she continued to work for them part-time.
Daisy was married to Wade Jones for 46 years of whom she shared a strong bond. They loved to entertain, travel and created many fond memories together. Daisy was well known and a beloved fixture in her Riverview Homes neighborhood of West Mifflin. She could be found outside tending her plants and flowers in her yard.
Daisy leaves to cherish her memory her brother-in-law, Clifton Davis of Neptune, NJ, godson, Lynn (Madeline) Harris of West Mifflin, and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, friends and neighbors. Daisy was one of a kind and will never be gone from the hearts of her family and friends. She will be remembered for her boldness, outspokenness, fearlessness, strong will and generous spirit.
June 11, 2021 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Patricia “Patti” D. (Kellar) Halpin, age 67, of Penn Hills, passed away Thursday, June 3, 2021. She was born January 9, 1954 in McKeesport, a daughter of Nellie Kellar and the late John Kellar. She retired from being an administrative assistant at a law firm before working for the rental company Sterling in Oakland. She loved spending time with her family and making home cooked meals. She had a special personality that made everyone feel welcome and at ease, and will be greatly missed by all.
June 10, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Barbara Ann Procup, age 79, of McKeesport, went to Heaven to be with God on Monday, June 7, 2021, while residing at Rose Crest Memory Center in Mars, PA.
On July 20, 1941, Barb was born in Dunbar, PA, to the late Frank and Mary (De Angelo) Grass. She was also preceded in death by her brother, George E. Grass.
Barb was the beloved wife of fifty-four years to Thomas Procup and the loving mother of Cara (Joe) Marino of Cranberry Twp, PA.
June 10, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Janet A. Blend, 86 of North Versailles died Wednesday, June 9, 2021 at her home. She was born December 1, 1934 in Turtle Creek, a daughter of the late Albert and Millie Merlin. Janet enjoyed gardening, bowling and roller skating. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister Marlyn Marosko. She is survived by her husband Richard Blend, two sons, William Gardner (Jan), Joseph Gardner, one granddaughter Melissa, three great grandchildren, Alexa, Tiera and Amaya. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon Sunday 3-7 p.m. A funeral service will be held Monday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment will be private. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
June 10, 2021 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Andrew M. Ferencz, 70, of West Mifflin, died June 9, 2021. He is the son of the late Andrew and Ann (Babjak) Ferencz. He is survived by his wife Connie (Cortazzo) Ferencz; daughters Shari (David) Horne of West Mifflin and Annie (Eric) Beeson of Morgantown, WV; grandchildren Hunter, Owen and Erin and brother Ronald P. Ferencz of West Mifflin. He was also preceded in death by sisters Marlene Goedeke and Kathy Lesko. Andrew was retired from both US Steel and Alco Parking Authority and was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle, formerly St. Agnes Church. Friends will be received at Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne, on Mon. June 14, 2021 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8. A funeral mass will be held Tues. 10:00 am at St. Agnes Church. Interment following Holy Name Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions to either St. Jude's Hospital or the Wounded Warrior Project, or donate to the charity of your choice.
June 09, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
John Rosko, age 95 of Clairton, passed away on Wednesday, June 9, 2021 in Arden Courts, Jefferson Hills, Born May 3, 1926 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late George and Mary (Itnatoila) Rosko. A US Army Air Corps Veteran of World War II, John was a member of Ascension of Our Lord Byzantine Catholic Church of Clairton. John retired as an engineer at Bettis Atomic in West Mifflin and also worked at both Old Overholt Distillery in Large and as a policeman for the City of Clairton. He is survived by his wife of 71 years Martha P. (Geletko) Rosko; his children David J. (Sarah Young) Rosko of Phillipsburg, Kathleen (Frank) Rosko Book of Edinsburg, Linda J. (Thomas) O'Brian of Bethel Park, and Robert J. (Michele Vogel) Rosko of Lake Ariel; his grandchildren Matthew Rosko, Alexis Vesper, Erin (Christopher) Bruno, Lyndsay (Robert) Ward, Kirsten Book, Patrick and Sean O'Brian, and Meghan Rosko; his great-grandchildren J.J., Bennett, Adrian, Joey, Norah, and Roman; and also nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, John is preceded in death by his siblings Peter and George Rosko and Mary Pasinsky, and a grandson Brendan.
June 09, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Sharon Ann Sabo, age 76, of Blaine Hill, passed away on Tuesday, June 8, 2021 at Jefferson Hospital. She was a member of Dormition of the Blessed Virgin Mary Russian Orthodox Church in McKeesport. She enjoyed spending time with her family and loved her dogs. She liked gardening, cooking, baking, and taking care of her home. Born June 9, 1944 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late John E. and Anna (Homer) Buchina. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Joseph Sabo Jr.; son, Joseph J. (Diane) Sabo of Blaine Hill; daughter, Melanie Sabo of Blaine Hill; also, nieces, nephews, aunts and cousins. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Gene Buchina Sr. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Thursday, June 10, 2021 from 3-8 PM with Panachida at 7:30 PM. A funeral service will take place on Friday, June 11, 2021 at 10 AM in Dormition of the Blessed Virgin Mary Russian Orthodox Church in McKeesport with Fr. Dimitri Ermakov officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
June 08, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Helen L. Jordanhazy, fondly nicknamed “Bobbie”, age 89, of North Huntingdon, daughter of the late Frank Popeck and Catherine Krupinski Popeck Ayers, and stepfather, Theodore Ayers, was called peacefully home on Tuesday, June 8, 2021. The wings of her angel collection helped to carry her to Heaven where she was met by her loving husband, Robert E. Jordanhazy, and sons, Alan, Keith, and Charlie. She was also preceded in death by her siblings, Frank, Stanley, and Janet Popeck, as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews, and her brothers and sisters-in-law.
June 08, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Donald F. Hart, 80, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Saturday, June 5, 2021. He was born March 10, 1941 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Elmer B. and Edith (Deeds) Hart. He was a graduate of McKeesport High School, obtained his B.S. in Mathematics from the West Virginia Wesleyan College and his M. ED. from the University of Pittsburgh. Donald worked as a Mathematics teacher for Elizabeth Forward School District, where he retired after 31 years. He was a member of the Wesley United Methodist Church in White Oak, where he held numerous leadership positions during his lifetime. These included many years as chairperson of the staff Parish Relations Committee and the church's delegate to the Western Pennsylvania Annual Conference. Donald was an avid reader, he enjoyed playing golf and was a member of several leagues, and was also a member of the Mon Yough Church Dartball League.
June 08, 2021 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Sally M. Scalise, 90, of West Mifflin died March 12, 2020. She is the daughter of the late Louis and Gisel (Lucas) Juhasz and beloved wife of the late Frank V. Scalise. Sally is survived by her daughter Nicolette (Kevin) Laster; sons Mark Scalise and Gregory Scalise; grandson Jaxson Scalise; also nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son Frank C. Scalise; sister Geri Lozano and brothers Robert and Charles Vizzini. A memorial service and celebration of Sally's life will be held on Sunday, June 13, 2021, 11:00 am, at Terrace Church of the Nazarene in West Mifflin. Funeral arrangements by Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne.
June 07, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
June 07, 2021 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Bobbi Jo Swartz, 51, of Glassport, formerly of West Mifflin, died June 7, 2021. She is the daughter of Joanne (Swanson) Swartz and the late Ray Swartz. She is survived by her fiancé Paul Pipp, children Derrick Tamsula, Dave Tamsula, Dannielle Tamsula and Dehandrea Tamsula; grandchildren Hailee, Addison and Adyn; ex husband David Tamsula; sister Sandy Swartz; brother Allen (Mary Ann) Swartz; mother in law Cynthia Pipp; father in law Mack Clark and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister Kimberly Swartz. Bobbi Jo was loved by so many and touched so many lives with her zest for life. Her favorite saying was “Life is a climb and the view is great!” Friends received Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Thursday from 6 to 8.
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