October 14, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
MaryLou Cavanaugh, age 80, of Duquesne, passed away on October 13, 2021. She was born in McKeesport, on July 11, 1941. She formerly worked at U.S. Steel-Duquesne Works and later did marketing. She enjoyed cooking, baking and spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her sons, Robert Cavanaugh, at home, and James Cavanaugh; her companion of 40 years, Frank Terek; and her grandchildren, Chelsea Frazier and Shayna Cavanaugh. Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 17, 2021 from 2-4 P.M. followed by a Funeral Service at 4:00 P.M. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.
October 14, 2021 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Dolores “Dolly” V. Kopay, 92, of West Mifflin, died Oct. 14, 2021. She is the daughter of the late John and Victoria Miskanic and wife of the late Albert J. Kopay, Sr. She is survived by her daughter Jamie (James) Pace; sons Albert “Jimbo” (Debbie) Kopay, John “Jody” (Debbie) Kopay and Jerold “Jerry” (Theresa) Kopay; sisters Jeanette Mathe and Victoria Stojakovich; 8 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren; also nieces and nephews. Funeral arrangements by Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne.
October 14, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Avid hunter, genuine family man, and the best Pap Pap in the world, Richard Lee Miller Jr., age 71, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Wednesday, October 13, 2021 surrounded by his loved ones. Rich was a 1968 graduate of the South Allegheny School District. He was a retired cement mason from Local 526 and was a member of the Junior Order United American Mechanics, Coal Valley Council #98. He was a long-time employee of more than 40 years at McHolme Builders Inc. in Elizabeth. Rich took great pride in his four grandchildren. He would never miss a softball, baseball, or soccer game they had, even if he had to watch his South Carolina grandchildren on video! Those four kids were his pride and joy. Born March 25, 1950 in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Richard Sr. and Alice (Hansen) Miller. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Gloria Jean (Drnach) Miller; daughter, Allison (Gary) Grimm of Elizabeth Twp.; son, Richard Lee (Jennifer) Miller III, of Fort Mill, SC; PROUD Pap Pap of Alivia, Nathan, Molly, and Noah; siblings, Carol Silverstein, Barry, James and Ronald Miller; also, nieces and nephews.
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October 14, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Mary Jane Murphy, 100, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at Independence Court of Monroeville. She was born August 1, 1921 in Scottdale, Pa, a daughter of the late William and Margaret Haines Hawthorne. Prior to her retirement, Mary Jane was employed as a secretary by ANDCO Construction. She was a member of the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Irwin, Amaranth Grand Royal Matron of Pa. and the past Worthy Matron of the Eastern Star, Irwin Chapter.
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October 12, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Carol Ann Sutton, 66, of Greensburg, passed away Monday, October 11, 2021. She was born April 13, 1955 in McKeesport and was the daughter of Howard B. Sutton of West Newton and the late Carol E. (Kennedy) Snyder. Carol was a member of City Reach Church in Charleroi and was a Critical Care Registered Nurse. She had worked at McKeesport Hospital, and St. Catherine's Hospital and John T. Mather Memorial Hospital in Long Island, NY.
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October 12, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Dorothy E. Barfield, age 94, of North Versailles, died on Sunday, October 10, 2021. She was born in Wilson on April 6, 1927 and is the daughter of the late Lawrence C. and Marguerite Keenist Porter. She was the wife of the late Herman “Jack” Barfield. She retired in 1987 from 30 years of service with the Sears Department Store catalogue
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October 12, 2021 |
By Hunter Funeral Home | Posted in: Hunter Funeral Home
George W. Haile, Sr., 92, died Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at home. Born in Greensburg, Westmoreland County on November 4, 1928, he was the son of the late Wesley and Olivia Hall Haile and was preceded in death by his son, Harold Haile. He is survived by his wife, Beverly Carpenter Haile, children, George W. Haile, Jr. of Jeannette, Timothy J. Haile of McKeesport, Jerry L. Haile of Natrona, Susan Richardson of Wilkinsburg, and Thomas C. Haile of McKeesport; also by 14 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, and his brother, John C. Haile of Sacramento, CA. Mr. Haile was an electrical contractor and owner of G.W. Haile and Son Electric and was a member of the McKeesport Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Hunter Funeral Home, Inc., 1600 Coursin Street, McKeesport, PA 15132 is in charge of funeral arrangements.
October 12, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Debra Ann Kiser, age 61, of Liberty Borough, died October 8, 2021, at UPMC Montefiore. She was born February 6, 1960, in Smyrna, Tennessee. She was the daughter of the late Eugene and Thelma (Murray) Ashcroft. Debra is survived by her loving husband of 18 years, Donald "Kip" Kiser.
Debra was always busy, from her time as a CNA at Jefferson Hospital to running her parent's card shop in Holiday, Florida. She also spent a lot of time working in the service industry. On Debra's off time, she enjoyed soaking up the sun at Honeymoon Island, Florida, going to see the ocean and manatees at Cocoa Beach, Florida, and the trip to New York to see the butterfly exhibit.
In addition to her husband, Debra is survived by her siblings; Eugene Ashcroft, Angie (Ashcroft), and Robert Ashcroft.
Arrangements were entrusted to Willig Funeral Home & Crematory.
Condolences and memories can be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com.
Charles Danforth, Supervisor.
October 12, 2021 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Margo Johnson, 71, died October 6, 2021. Friends will be received from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2021, at Robert A. Waters Funeral Home, Inc., 2326 Jenny Lind Street, McKeesport, PA 15132. A funeral service will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday, October 14, 2021 at Creative Ministries Berachah, 1422 Evans Avenue, McKeesport, PA 15132.
October 12, 2021 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Jessie Mae Brownfield, at the age of 76, Jessie was a loving mother of two children and two grandchildren. She passed away on September 30, 2021 at Riverside Nursing Center. She was preceded in death by her parents, Samuel P. Allen, Sr., Lillian J. Allen, and her son, William Brownfield.
Jessie was born October 17, 1944, in McKeesport, Pennsylvania. She was the youngest of seven children. She was a graduate of the McKeesport Area School District She loved doing various crafts and putting jigsaw puzzles together. She often worked at her sister’s personal care home. Creative Ministries Berachah is where Jessie was a church member, she served on the prayer and bible school ministry; Mother’s Board; and Hospitality Team.
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October 12, 2021 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Alfieri Funeral Home
Emma (Jurmann) Ravella, 99, peacefully passed on Saturday, October 9, 2021. Emma was the devoted wife of the late Frank A. “Smokey” Ravella. She was the loving mother of Joseph “Joe” and Frank (Donna) Ravella. She was the adoring grandmother of Nick (Veronica),Ashley, Frank (Connie), and Devin; great-grandmother of Nicholas, Penelope, Frankie and Peter. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and all who loved her. In addition to her husband, Emma was preceded in passing by her parents, Ferdinand and Fenesia Jurmann, and her siblings, Carmella, Josephine “Pina”, Erminia, Cecelia, Lilly, William “Willy”, and Alfred.
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October 12, 2021 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
William Kenneth Law, II, 52, was born March 4, 1969 and raised in McKeesport, Pennsylvania. He briefly resided in Austin, Texas. William was known best as Big Shug - Shuggy bear or as his God mother, God rest her soul Beverly Banks referred to him as “Bam Bam.”
William graduated from McKeesport Senior High School. He also earned a scholarship to Arizona State University. While attending Arizona State, William found his green thumb. He had a passion for plants and always for football. He also loved his fish Joan Brown given to him by his aunt Joanie. Above all, William loved his family and friends, he had a big heart. He loved good food.
On Tuesday, October 5, 2021, William was called to his eternal home. He was preceded in death by his father pap William Kenneth Law I, sister Crystale DeLainia Law, and niece Precious DeLainia DeAnne Law.
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October 12, 2021 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Emeric A. Randolph, 65, died October 6, 2021. A Memorial Gathering will be held Friday, October 15, 2021, at 1 p.m. at Robert A. Waters Funeral Home, Inc., 2326 Jenny Lind Street, McKeesport, PA 15132, with a service to follow at 2 p.m.
October 12, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Dorothy A. Baran, age 73, of Port Vue, died October 11, 2021. Born December 24, 1947, in Homestead, she was the daughter of the late John C. and Ruth (Davis) Wertz and wife of the late John Baran.
Dorothy loved riding motorcycles with her late husband. They each had their own and enjoyed rides together, taking in the scenery.
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October 11, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Constance “Connie” L. Dubyak, age 73, of White Oak, passed away on October 10, 2021, at UPMC Montefiore Hospital. Born in McKeesport on February 29, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Irene (Bodnar) Dubyak. She was the owner of a cleaning business and a member of Mary Mother of God Parish, St. Angela Merici Church in White Oak. Connie is survived by her brothers, Wesley (late Marlene) Dubyak of White Oak and Bruce (late Gina) Dubyak of North Port, FL. There is no visitation. Interment will take place at St. John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Cemetery in Avella, PA, on Thursday, October 14, 2021, at 12:00 Noon. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.
