March 18, 2025 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Anita Laurie Schmidt, age 66, of White Oak, PA died on Saturday, March 15, 2025, after a 17-year battle with cancer. She was a life-long resident of White Oak, PA and loved the community. She was born at McKeesport Hospital on April 17, 1958, and was the daughter of the late George and Rose Pokrzwinski Matta. Anita graduated from McKeesport Area High School in 1976. Upon graduation she would enter the workforce working for a multitude of different employers; regularly starting out at entry positions and being promoted to manager positions due to her work ethic. She was a hustler and always wanted to work.
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March 18, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Jane W. Gale, age 90 of North Huntingdon died March 17, 2025 at Juniper Village in Monroeville. She was born July 12, 1934 in Turtle Creek, a daughter of the late James and Sally Wilson. Prior to her retirement, Jane was employed as an estimator in the construction industry. She was an avid golfer and enjoyed shopping. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband Joe Mihalic, her second husband, Thomas J. Gale in 1999, one sister, Nancy Barr. She is survived by her sons, Trent Mihalic and Thomas Gale, grandchildren, Vivian and Marlena Gale, Lunden, Landis and Lanchen Mihalic . There will be no public visitation. A memorial service will be held at a later date .James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
March 17, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Jennie Maki-Carothers, 98, a resident of Elizabeth Township for 70 years, passed away Sunday, March 16, 2025 at home. She was born May 27, 1926 in Hamtramck, Michigan and was the daughter of the late John and Elenora (Romanski) Lazarz. She was the wife of 40 years to the late Toivo W. "Bill" Maki, who passed away in 1986 and was also the wife of over 4 years to the late Walter Carothers, who passed away in 1995. Jennie was a member of Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church. She loved to do dancing and bowling. She also enjoyed crocheting and knitting. She will be greatly missed.
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March 17, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Emily Virginia Moore, 93, of Elizabeth Township passed away at home on Sunday, March 16, 2025. She was born in McKeesport on March 22, 1931 to the late Mathias D. and Lillian (Uhlig) Lathrop. She was the loving wife to the late Rev. Charles Moore before his passing in March 2013. Her husband Charles was in the Air Force, which gave them the opportunity to live in many places while raising their two sons. They traveled for 20+ years with the service and in turn, Charles became a minister at Central Highlands United Methodist Church, where Emily sang alongside him. She would preach through her music and sang with a voice too good for anything else. She was even on the radio station, WMCK, in McKeesport back in the day. Emily also worked a few years for the Union National Bank as a bank teller.
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March 17, 2025 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Pete Penick, 96, of McKeesport, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born on July 5, 1928, he was the son of the late Mike and Fannie (Egnot) Penick. In addition to his parents, Pete was preceded in death by his daughter, Kathleen Delivuk.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 72 years, Janet "Sis" Penick (Schank); children, Janet Merk, Sharon (Joseph) Maxwell, and Peter Penick; cherished grandchildren, Amy (Joseph) Chiaverini, David (Mellisa) Puskaric, Danyel Kelly, Brooke Kelly, Gary Keller Jr., Rachael Penick, and Sarah Penick. He is also survived by numerous great-grandchildren.
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March 17, 2025 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
LaVerne Havash, age 70, of Virginia Beach, VA, formerly of Elizabeth, passed away Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital in Virginia Beach. A member of Chapel by the Sea in Dam Neck, VA, she fulfilled multiple roles throughout her adventurous life, including daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, coach, religious educator, troop leader, counselor, friend, costume designer, holiday coordinator, cook, and she very much enjoyed doing family research on Ancestry.com. Born May 10, 1954 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Rudolph and Pearl LaVerne (Herb) Sanetta. She is survived by her husband of 49 years, George Havash; daughters, Melissa (Ryan) Garner of Virginia Beach, VA and Laura (Tony) Contino of Midlothian, VA; sons, Matthew Havash and Eric Havash, both of Virginia Beach, VA; granddaughters, Madison Havash of Suffolk, VA and Bella Pearl Garner of Virginia Beach, VA; brother, Rudolph (Terri) Sanetta of Elizabeth; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Patricia Ann Stout. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth, Thursday, March 20, 2025 from 5-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, March 21, 2025 at 12 Noon at St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. with concelebrants the Rev. Thomas J. Burke and the Rev. Sam Lamendola. Burial will follow in Mount Vernon Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 1640, Hagerstown, MD 21741. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
March 17, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Vilma A. Bouchard, 72, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Saturday, March 15, 2025. She was born December 2, 1952 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Hugh and Margaret (Case) McLean. She was the wife of the late Charles L. Bouchard who passed away December 4, 1993. Vilma was a member of the Greenock United Methodist Church and was a former member of Girl Scouts USA. She is survived by her son, Charles M. (Jodi) Bouchard and daughter, Jean A. (Ben) Fawcett of Elizabeth Township, grandchildren, Charles, Annaleigh, Brycen, Willow and Lincoln Bouchard, and James, Samuel and Clark Fawcett, sisters, Carol (Bern) Linkhauer of McKeesport and Peggy Lutz of York, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Samantha A. Bouchard who passed away May 25, 2003 and her sister, Donna Snyder. Friends are welcome Wednesday, March 19, 2025 from 2-4 and 6-8 pm at the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. Funeral Service will be held in the funeral home chapel of Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 10 am with The Rev. Scott Lawrence, officiating. Interment will follow at the Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Township. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
March 17, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Norma Jean Hetherington, 90, of McKeesport, passed away Wednesday, March 12, 2025. She was born January 31, 1935 in Wilkinsburg and was the daughter of the late William Cook and Laura Belle (Daley) McEwen. She was the wife of the late William E. "Bill" Hetherington, who passed away May 7, 2010. Jean worked as a school bus driver for many years for Pennsylvania Coach lines. Before returning home to McKeesport, Jean and her husband Bill spent many years living in the Rehobath Beach area of Delaware. She will be greatly missed.
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March 16, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Sharen L. Mizla, age 78 of North Huntingdon passed away peacefully at her home on March 16, 2025 She was born August 26, 1946 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Harold E. and Mary Doerr Brazen. Sharen was a member of St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon. She was a woman of deep faith. She found joy in serving as a Christian mother, and volunteering her time, whether by helping clean the church or lending a hand at Fish Frys during the Lenten season. Prior to her retirement, Sharen was employed by Hallmark at Eastland Shopping Plaza, and the 10 spot at Norwin Towne Square. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Harold J. Brazen. She is survived by her devoted husband, Lawrence, her loving sister, Kimberly Douglass (David), Deborah Brazen Kuzma (Stephen), and many cherished nieces and nephews. Friends and family will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Wednesday from 10 a.m. -11 a.m. followed by a blessing service at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Agnes Church in Sharen's name. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
March 16, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Michael O'Dell Henry, Sr., 70, McKeesport and Sneads Ferry, NC, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, March 15, 2025. He was born April 11, 1954 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Richard J. Henry, III. and the late Dorothy Mae (Baker) Henry. Michael worked for The Allegheny Port Authority for over 30 years and finished his tenure as an instructor when he retired. He was a man of strong faith and a devout Christian, who enjoyed reading his bible regularly and spreading and teaching the word of God. He also enjoyed driving very fast in his many vehicles over the years, including his Corvettes, Vipers and motorcycles. He was a very hard working man, who loved his family. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend. He will be greatly missed.
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March 16, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Lilly A. Bennett, 84, of Elizabeth passed away Saturday, March 15, 2025. She was born in Large on November 27, 1940 to the late Ernest Clyde and Mildred Gladys (Sayre) Gill. She was selfless - always worrying about others, and would take on the caretaker role anytime her friends and family needed her. She visited many of the US states and enjoyed traveling to places like Italy, England, Austria, Germany, and even Croatia with her husband. However, her biggest joy was her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren as they brought so much happiness into her heart. She loved making homemade bread and pies, and was always cooking. There wasn't anything she wouldn't do for her family.
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March 15, 2025 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Wesley “Wes” Jay Dell, 63, of Elizabeth, formerly of Clairton, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Jefferson Hospital. He was born to the late Phillip J. Dell and Beverly Jean Guffey Dell Leonard on December 21, 1961, in McKeesport. Wes graduated from Clairton High School class of 1981. Following graduation, he was a volunteer fireman for West Elizabeth Fire Hall. He also worked for 35 years at NAPA in Pleasant Hills. Wesley loved Pittsburgh sports teams but also loved Nascar. Wes loved to travel and enjoyed going to many events and enjoyed ghost hunting. He enjoyed listening to country music as well as rock music. He is survived by sister Andrea Hileman Tuttle of Dunbar brothers Brian Dell of Elizabeth, Shawn (Tammy) Dell of Jefferson, nieces Brittany, Teanna, Roseanna, Krystal, and Kimberly, nephew Steven Tyler Dell, sister-in-law Dwana Dell along with many great nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was pre-deceased by his brother Tyler Dell. Family and friends will be received on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 from 5:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. A service will follow at 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the funeral home to defray costs. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
March 15, 2025 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Donald Richard Sudsina, age 92, of North Versailles, PA, died on Friday, March 14, 2025. He was born in Duquesne, PA, on October 19, 1932, and is the son of the late Michael and Wilma Laban Sudsina. Donald was a member of the United States Navy Reserves for eight years. He was employed at US Steel Duquesne Works for thirty-five years and later at Nextech in Turtle Creek for twenty years. He loved going to the casino and spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
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March 14, 2025 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Charles Edward Farkas, age 62, of White Oak, PA, peacefully passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2025. He was born in McKeesport, PA on April 17, 1962, and is the son of the late Charles J. Farkas, who passed away on September 8, 2024, and Laurel Jane Malone Farkas of White Oak, PA.
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March 14, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
John Gombos Sr., age 86 of North Huntingdon, passed away on March 14, 2025 at Forbes Hospital in Monroeville. He was born on June 22, 1938 in Duquesne, a son of the late John and Jennie Gyure Gombos. John served in the U.S. Army as a military police officer. While stationed in France, John and his wife enjoyed travelling through Italy, spending time in Paris, and the Grotto in Laurds. He was a member of St. Agnes Church in North Huntingdon where he sang in the church choir, and a past treasurer for the annual St. Agnes Bazaar. John was also a former member of the Regent Square Rotary. Prior to his retirement, he worked in the banking industry for 33 years, followed by 10 years of service with the Port Authority. John enjoyed his interaction with his customers in both of his positions. In fact, after retiring from the Port Authority he worked at Giant Eagle, North Huntingdon, interacting with customers and fellow employees. John's passion was spending time outdoors tending to the lawn at his home and receiving many compliments from his neighbors. Most of all, John was known as a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Daniel, and his niece Elise. He is survived by his beloved wife, Carol Pazehoski Gombos, one son John Jr. (Sherry), two daughters, Sharon Gombos and Susan Zurinsky (Jim), one brother, Russell Gombos (Judy), one sister-in-law Rose Gombos, three grandchildren, Justin (and fiancée Joelissa), Derek, and Claire. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Monday from 2-7 PM. A funeral Mass will be held at St. Agnes Church on Tuesday at 9:30 AM followed by interment at Immaculate Conception Cemetery in Irwin. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given in John's name to the Dementia Society of America. A great big thank you to the staff at Walden's View Personal Care, especially Stephanie and Jenna. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
