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Bonnie Lee Movic

October 18, 2021 |

By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes

Bonnie Lee Movic, age 79, of North Huntingdon, formerly of Fawcett Plan, died on Saturday, October 16, 2021. She was born in McKeesport on September 8, 1942 and is the daughter of the late Meade Sherman and Dorothy Frances Gould Coulter. She was the wife of the late Raymond C. Movic, who died on October 12, 2008. Bonnie worked as a nurse’s aide and was a member of the Herminie Senior Center. She was an avid reader and truly loved her pets.

 
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Dr. Raymond G. Fasiczka

October 18, 2021 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

Dr. Raymond G. Fasiczka PHD., 84, of Glassport died Sunday October 17, 2021. He is the son of the late George and Helen "Nellie" (Sopko) Fasiczka. He is survived by his beloved wife Carol (Lyons) Fasiczka; daughter Mary Pat Fasiczka; granddaughter Sarah Elizabeth Echaverria; great-grandchildren Lencie and Conrad; brother Ralph (Pat) Fasiczka; and sister Rosalie Faychak. Ray was a retired engineer with RGF Associates and was the owner/operator of Fuzzy's in Glassport. Friends received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home on Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8. A funeral mass will be held Wednesday 10:30 am at Holy Angel's Church, 408 Baldwin Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15207.

 


Leonard D. Frost

October 18, 2021 |

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

Leonard D. Frost, age 94, of Elizabeth, passed away on Monday, October 18, 2021 at home surrounded by his family. He retired after more than 43 years as an electrician for U.S. Steel, Irvin Works in West Mifflin. A U.S. Navy veteran serving during World War II, he was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp., where he was an usher and a member of the Rosary Maker’s Society. He was everyone’s handyman and could fix anything. During his retirement, he was an avid flea market seller. He was a member of McKeesport and West Mifflin coin clubs, and the Happy Go Lucky Square Dance Club, and was a Steelers and Pirates fan. Born June 7, 1927 in Elizabeth, he was a son of the late Adam and Josephine (Lemanski) Frost. He is survived by his wife of almost 70 years, Dolores A. (Kraszewski) Frost; children, Deborah (Gary) Balliard of Elizabeth, Catherine (Marvin) Gray of Bunola, Susan A. (Bruce) Benzo of Perryopolis, Leonard Frost Jr. of Fernandina Beach, FL, Maura Lynn Frost of San Diego, CA, Stephen (Linda) Frost of Elizabeth, Nanette (John) Ragan of Elizabeth Twp. and Lisa M. (Raymond) Kotewicz of Elizabeth Twp.; grandchildren, Brian (Liz) Adkins, Melissa (Robert) Strong, Jason Gray, John (Emily) Ragan, Timothy (Connor) Ragan, Daniel Ragan, Joseph Ragan, Elizabeth Kotewicz, Raymond Kotewicz, Stephen Frost and Nash Frost; great-grandchildren, Madelynn Adkins, Brian Adkins, Levi Strong and Ava Ragan; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Anthony, Joseph, John and Adam Frost. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Street, Elizabeth on Tuesday, October 19, 2021 from 4-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Wednesday, October 20, 2021 at 10 AM in St. Michael Church with the Rev. Thomas A. Wagner officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

 


Renee E. Ilgenfritz

October 18, 2021 |

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

Renee E. Ilgenfritz, age 49, of McKeesport, formally of Liberty Boro, died October 13, 2021, at Kane Regional Center. Born July 27, 1972, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Ronald and Idabelle (Wright) Ilgenfritz.
Renee worked for the Kennywood Amusement Park for several years and volunteered for the Salvation Army. She was a member of Liberty Presbyterian and was a former member of the Church of the Good Samaritan in Liberty Boro.
Renee is survived by her brother, Ron Ilgenfritz, and his partner, Tracy Karlowsky, and nieces, Roberta and Ashley Ilgenfritz.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her aunt, Norma Jean Wright.
Arrangements were entrusted to Willig Funeral Home & Crematory.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com.
Memorial contributions are suggested to the Salvation Army at https://give.salvationarmyusa.org.
Charles Danforth, Supervisor

 


Dorothy Jane White

October 17, 2021 |

By Hunter Funeral Home | Posted in: Hunter Funeral Home

Dorothy Jane White, 97, of West Mifflin, formerly of McKeesport, died Sunday, October 17, 2021 in Arrowood at Southwestern.  Born in McKeesport, March 29, 1924, she was the daughter of the late Samuel E. and Eva LaVette Hardwick.  Wife of the late Charles W. White, mother of the late Robert B. Peterson, sister of the late Caroline H. Beck, she is survived by her son and daughter in law, Lynn (Janet) Peterson of Oldsmar, FL, 1 granddaughter, and 4 great grandchildren.  Retired from the clinic at McKeesport Hospital, she was a member of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church.  Private entombment will take place in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park Mausoleum.  Hunter Funeral Home, Inc., 1600 Coursin Street, McKeesport, PA  15132 is in charge of funeral arrangements.  The family suggests contributions to the St. Vincent Development Fund, Latrobe, PA.

 


John David Wisniewski Jr.

October 16, 2021 |

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

John David Wisniewski Jr., 83, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, October 15, 2021 at UPMC East, Monroeville.  He was born, April 16, 1938 in Braddock, a son of the late John and Verna Wisniewski.  Prior to his retirement, John was a millwright and built generators for Westinghouse Electric.  He was a veteran of the US Army,  a  member of St. Agnes Parish, enjoyed hunting and fishing, loved taking trips to the casinos and especially liked spending time with his grandchildren.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Bernie, Thomas and Robert; sisters, Sissy Wisniewski and Lucille Martchak.  He is survived by his loving wife, Barbara (Everett) Wisniewski; sons, David M. and John T; daughter, Theresa L. Wisniewski; grandchildren, Emily Marie, John Thomas Jr., Abby Rose; and several nieces and nephews.  Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8 on Thursday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA  15642.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday in St. Agnes Church.  Interment to follow in Braddock Catholic Cemetery.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 


Kevin W. Knox

October 15, 2021 |

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

Kevin W. Knox, 61, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, October 15, 2021 at UPMC East, Monroeville.  He was born January 9, 1960 in McKeesport, a son of the late Walter and Dolores Knox.  Kevin was the assistant manager at Norwin Towne Square Shop 'n Save.  He was a drummer in the U-Betz Band and enjoyed music and playing video games.  He is survived by his wife, Karen (Mallen) Knox; son, Adam (Ashley) Knox; daughter, Nicole (Graham) Knox; brother, Eric (Heather) Knox; and grandson, Vinnie.  Friends will be received from 4-8 p.m. on Monday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA.  A funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. on Tuesday in the funeral home chapel.  Interment to follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 


Melissa Lee (Grefost) Lane

October 15, 2021 |

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

Melissa Lee (Grefost) Lane, 65, of Wilmerding, formerly of Forward Township, passed away Thursday, October 14, 2021 at home. She was born May 20, 1956 in Monongahela and was the daughter of the late Robert Joseph and Dorothea Elizabeth (Herget) Grefost. Melissa was a1974 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School and was a Photographer and a DJ. She is survived by her sisters, Priscilla (Thomas) Hewitt of Forward Township and Cynthia (David) Long of Jacksonville, Fl, and nieces and nephews. There is no visitation. Arrangements are by Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com

 


David Ralph Orr

October 15, 2021 |

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

David Ralph Orr, 76, of White Oak, formerly of Hendersonville, NC, passed away Thursday, October 14, 2021. He was born March 2, 1945 in Hendersonville, NC and was the son of the late Ralph Richard and Bernice Lavinia (Carr) Orr. He was the husband of the late Shirley Ann (Turbeville) Orr and the late Brenda Orr. David was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Irwin. He was a retired Machinist and had worked for the family business, the former Barclay Machine Corp. in Hendersonville. 

 
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Sandra Sue Maitland

October 15, 2021 |

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

Sandra Sue Maitland, age 73, of McKeesport, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport. Born November 1, 1947, in Ambridge, PA, she was the daughter of the late William J. and Marjorie L. (Newell) Salonus and the wife of the late James E. Maitland.
Sandra retired as an LPN. She was a practicing Jehovah's Witness. In her spare time, she enjoyed doing arts and crafts, reading, listening to music, shopping, and spending time with her grandchildren.
Sandra is survived by her son, Richard Basinger; grandchildren, David, Daniel, Sayge, Faith, Emily, Alexis, and Stephanie; great-grandchildren, Alexander and Harrison; siblings; Mary Ellen Rockwell, of Cranberry, and William Salonus, Jr., of Wisconsin.

 
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Ronald "Ronnie" Martell

October 15, 2021 |

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

Ronald Martell, age 62, of Pittsburgh, formerly of Clairton, passed away at home on Wednesday, October 13, 2021.  Born March 13, 1959 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Samuel J. and JoAnn Santoline Martell.  He is survived by his brothers, Dean Martell of Pittsburgh, and Philip (Trisha) Martell of Elizabeth; nephews, Jordan (Bethany) Martell-Hatchett,  Garrett Martell, nieces, Alexandra, Maya Martell, and Gabby Tedesco, great-nieces, Alivia and Vanessa Hatchett, and aunt Rose "Tootie" Kehoe.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Joan Marie Martell.  Funeral arrangements for Ronald are private at the request of his family and in the charge of the A.J. Bekavac Funeral Home, Clairton. 

 


Tina M. Anderson

October 15, 2021 |

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

Tina M. Anderson, age 61, of McKeesport, died October 12, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport. Born January 30, 1960, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Gilbert and Dorothy (Campbell) Neish and the wife of Jack L. Anderson, Jr.
She was a loving wife and mother, always there when needed. Her greatest joy and the light of her life was caring for her granddaughters. Tina retired from Forbes Hospital, where she was a secretary.
In addition to her husband, Tina is survived by her sons, Jason Anderson of Dravosburg, and Kris (Caitlin McKelvey) Anderson of Peters Township; granddaughters, Savia and Rylee; nieces and nephews; beloved pet dog, "Jake."

 
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Donald W. Montgomery

October 15, 2021 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Donald W. Montgomery, 96, of White Oak, died Sunday October 10, 2021 in Excela Westmoreland Hospital. He was born March 1, 1925 in Turtle Creek, the son of the late William and Clara B. (Jones) Montgomery. He was a WWII Army veteran who served at Normandy, France, and was a member of American Legion Post 701, White Oak. He was a retired fireman for the Union Railroad and a member of Valley Lodge, No 613, F. & A.M., Turtle Creek. He is survived by his cousin Barry Harper and many friends including lifelong friends Shirley Kemerer Mudra and her husband P.J. and Gary Madeira and his wife Kim.

 
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Matthew John Borrelli

October 14, 2021 |

By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes

Matthew John Borrelli, 95, of Ashburn, Virginia formerly of White Oak, PA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 3, 2021. Matthew was born September 21, 1926, in McKeesport, PA to the late Louis and Mary (Delfini) Borrelli.

 
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Stella Demeri

October 14, 2021 |

By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes

Stella Demeri, of Glassport, died on Thursday, Oct. 14, 2021. She was born in Glassport on March 8, 1931 and is the daughter of the late Martin and Kate Skalski Tomcheck. She was preceded in death by her husband Albert Demeri.

 
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