July 19, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Ellen L. (Richards) Coulter, age 95, of Pittsburgh, formerly of Duquesne, passed away on July 18, 2021, at home. Born in McKeesport on May 9, 1926, she was the daughter of the late Frank O. and Myrtle (Sproul) Richards. She liked to read and do crossword puzzles. She was the wife of the late John William “Bill” Coulter Jr.; mother of Sandra Lee (Joseph) Mitchell of Pittsburgh and John W. (Kathleen) Coulter III of McKeesport; grandmother of Dawntee “DJ” Williams, James (Rachel) Blankenship, and Bryan (Aarica) Coulter; great grandmother of Austin Blankenship, Madison Blankenship, McKenna Coulter, and Grayson Coulter; sister of Edwin (Carlene) Richards of Port Vue, Frank Richards of White Oak and predeceased by brothers and sisters, Gladys Barker Young, Norma Price, Clifford Richards, Pete Richards and Dorothy Giatroudakis.
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July 19, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Heaven gained a delightful new angel when Margaret Babyak Olek, 95, of North Huntingdon, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, July 18, 2021. She was born on April 22,1926 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late John Babyak and Margaret (Stecz) Babyak and the wife of the late John (Jack) J. Olek Jr. She is preceded in death by brother William J. (Bill) Babyak; She is survived by her sister-in-law Patricia Babyak of South Park, and brother E.J. “Al” (Freda) Babyak of Mechanicsburg. “Midge” met her husband Jack when they both worked at Duquesne Light and traveled into Pittsburgh together on the train. An active member of Mary, Mother of God, Corpus Christi Church, she was a Christian Mother and also a beloved teacher’s aide for special needs children in the McKeesport School District. Margaret also served as Secretary of the McKeesport Class of 1944 and spent many years planning reunions with her committee. In her senior years, she cherished frequent lunches with her dear friends "the church ladies." Always stylish, she was a true homemaker, and enjoyed entertaining, baking and comparing recipes. Her special “Chex mix” and “carrot cake” were family favorites. Margaret also had a passion for bird watching, gardening, polka music, playing cards and crossword puzzles.
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July 19, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Michael J. Simon, age 65 of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Sunday, July 18, 2021 in Jefferson Hospital. Born February 17, 1956 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Andrew and Diane (Chubra) Simon. A member of New Hope Assembly of God Church in Elizabeth Twp, Michael retired as a maintenance engineer for Bettis Labs in West Mifflin, was a self-employed cement finisher, and the former owner of Simon Hauling and Construction. He was also a basketball coach for 22 years, coaching Elizabeth Forward boys and girls, Clairton boys, and McKeesport boys. In his spare time, Michael loved to play basketball, especially the Duquesne Serbian League, and golf. But, most importantly, he was a well-liked member of his community and an amazing husband, father, brother, and uncle. Michael is survived by his wife of 45 years Stacey (Shaffer) Simon; his children Tyranee and Seth Simon, both of Elizabeth Twp.; his sister Lisa (Stan "Stush") Oslowski of Glassport and their son Scott; his sister-in-law Darlene (Butch) Basic of Elizabeth Twp. and their children Courtney and Brett; and his brother-in-law Doug (Becky) Shaffer of Scottsdale, AZ and their son Derek.
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July 19, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Eileen Carol Kolick, 77, of White Oak, passed away Wednesday, July 14, 2021. She was born December 28, 1943 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Charles and Dorothy (McCaslin) Kolick. Eileen was a Master Baker, and enjoyed decorating wedding cakes the most. She worked for many local bakeries, such as Scozio's Bakery and Patti's Pasticceria. Eileen lived in Berlin, Maryland for a short time and loved the ocean.
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July 19, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Ray K. Long, 91, of North Huntingdon, Pa., passed away Monday, July 19, 2021 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. Son of the late Harry and Sarah Long. He was preceded in death by Wife of 59 years Sally Long and daughter Carole Long-Huzella at age 57. Ray was a US Navy veteran of 4 years during the Korean War. He graduated from Penn State Extension McKeesport. He retired in 1990 from IBM after 35 years. Ray was a life member of the Amateur Trap Association, NRA, North America Hunting Club, White Oak Rod & Gun Club, America League and a social number of the Hartford Height VFD. He is survived by his son, Scott Long of St. Petersburg FL.; son-in-law, Thomas Huzella of Alexandria VA; cherished grandfather of Mollie Huzella-Camp; and great-grandfather of Tommy Camp. Friends will be received from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday 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. Interment to follow in Brush Creek Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to New Hope Presbyterian Church. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
July 19, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Erin Bachman, age 49, of McKeesport, died July 16, 2021, at home after surviving 3 years with colon cancer. Born October 14, 1971, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of Sandy Bachman of McKeesport and the late Raymond Bachman of Versailles Boro.
Erin was relentless against any obstacle thrown her way. She was and always will be her mother’s hero. Erin enjoyed listening to music, dancing to it, or even writing her own songs for her lord and savior, Jesus Christ. She was able to live the rest of her life with her sweetheart, Maurice "Mo" Chepell, by her side. Erin was 1993 graduate of McKeesport High School.
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July 19, 2021 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Albert Michael Ondrey, 52, of Port Vue, died July 13, 2021. He is the son of Albert R. Ondrey and the late Janet (Hadvab) Ondrey. Al is survived by his daughters Amber Ondrey and Ashley Ondrey; son Andrew Ondrey; grandchildren Noah and Addison Ondrey and sister Cindy Keffer. He was preceded in death by his sister Lynn Jenkins. Funeral arrangements by the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport.
July 18, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Nancy Helen Ferraton, 65, of West Newton, passed away Thursday, July 15, 2021. She was born June 26, 1956 in Greensburg and was the daughter of Caroline (Trexel) Evans of Monongahela and the late Clyde Evans, Sr. Nancy worked for VFW Post 1812 in West Newton and had previously worked at Jefferson Hills Manor. She was a member of VFW Post 1812 West Newton and the Collinsburg German Club.
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July 18, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Jana Zanita Davis, 51, of Buena Vista, passed away Thursday, July 15, 2021. She was born December 7, 1969 in Braddock and was the daughter of Mary Ann (Norman) Zaracki Costello and the late Joseph Zaracki, Sr. Jana was the first female Certified Master Plumber in Allegheny County. She operated her own plumbing business and also worked for Keystone Custom Fabrication in Elizabeth. She was a member of the former Industry Volunteer Fire Co., and Reliance Hose, Glassport and was a former volunteer at Children's Hospital, Pittsburgh.
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July 18, 2021 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Richard Edward Kmetz, 82, of McKeesport, passed away Saturday, July 17, 2021. He was born July 31, 1938 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Edward and Eleanor (Francis) Kmetz. He was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, Corpus Christi Church, McKeesport. He was retired from McKeesport High School Security and had also worked at the former US Steel National Tube Works. ]]
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July 17, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Raymond H. Shepherd, age 87 of North Huntingdon, passed away at home on Thursday, July 15, 2021. Born June 24, 1934 in Coulter, he was a son of the late Plummer and Estelle (McLaughlin) Shepherd. Raymond was a past Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus, Council 955; a member of the Croatian Fraternal Union, #146 and member and past president of its Men's Club; a member of the Elizabeth Twp. Historical Society; and the St. Patrick's Holy Name Men's Club. He worked for thirty-five years as a railroad-man, employed by the B&O, C&O, and CSX Railways and receiving many awards. Raymond also loved his family dearly, and devoted much of his time to helping them and others, his friends, and his hometown of Coulter. He helped write the book detailing the history of Coulter and Alpsville and was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish - St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church in McKeesport. Besides his parents, Raymond was preceded in death by his children Raymond Shepherd, Jr. and Joseph Shepherd; his brothers John, Plummer, Frank (Mike), and James Shepherd; his brother-in-law George Haines; and his great-grandson Frankie Rivera. He was a loving husband to his wife of forty-five years, JoAnn (Champ) Shepherd. Raymond is also survived by his daughters Michelle (Dave) Skarzynski, Estelle (Barry) Minkel, Stephanie Shepherd, and Jean (Todd) Shepherd; his grandchildren Julie, Daniel, Elaina, Sean, Allison, Ryan, Dalane, Todd, Jr., and Grace; his great-grandchildren Ronan, Maeve, Emery, and Tomás; his cherished sister Carol Haines; his sisters-in-law Janet and Theodora Shepherd; and also nieces and nephews.
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July 16, 2021 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Obituary
Glenda Lee (Bereczky) Busch, 68, of White Oak, finished her journey on this Earth today, July 15, 2021. She spent a little over a year bravely battling pancreatic cancer without ever showing how much pain she was in. To the end, she thought of others and did not want them to worry about her. She leaves behind her loving soul mate of 50 years, her husband, James. Two of her proudest accomplishments were her son, Jesse (Erin Morey) Busch, of Mt. Lebanon, and daughter, Rachael (Kathy) Morgan, of Versailles Borough.
Her eyes lit up every time she saw her only grandson, Max Busch, and enjoyed nothing more than spending time with him. He rightfully won the “My Glenda” debate in her life.
Glenda was the baby sister of twins, Sally (Frank) Shebeck, of Farrell, and Sue (Paul) Tkac, of White Oak. She was a good friend to sister-in-law, Peggy Rollason, of N. Versailles. She cherished her role as aunt to Bobby Rollason, J.P. (Pam) Tkac, Chris Tkac, Victoria (Jamme Magyar) Tkac, Stacey (Scott) Gill, Marcy (Nick) VanSickles, and Adam (Brittany) Shebeck.
She doted on her many great nieces and nephews, and even had a couple of great, great ones too. Glenda wanted her Toodle Bug to know that, “Toodle Bug will always love you.”
She appreciated the artistic eye of Gabriel Szafranski, who grew to be family over the last two years. She wanted to thank her anonymous angel, Susan Schonfeld, for having such a loving and generous heart. Her family would like to extend grateful appreciation to Amedysis Hospice and her primary nurse, Leslie Gore, for helping her through the end of the journey with love, respect, and dignity.
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July 16, 2021 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Bonnie Clare Belton, 64, died July 8, 2021 at UPMC Mercy Hospital of Pittsburgh, Uptown.
She was born at McKeesport, PA on September 4, 1956. She received her education from public schools and served as a nurses’ aide while rearing her son, Omar, and Daughter, Tia. She made time to help others who had no work. She was married to Gerald Allen Belton, sharing their love for over for decades. She also enjoyed her friendships and loved playing bingo with her friends.
Bonnie was not a stranger to trusting God and she put her faith and trust in Him during her bout with cancer, submitting her life to Jesus Christ when attending the McBLCOG as she sought healing, and was pronounced cancer-free over sixteen years ago. She always remembered that our Lord hears and answers prayers and sought counsel from Pastor Bates in August 2020, about her spiritual needs.
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July 16, 2021 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Helen C. (Matusz) Bargiel, age 92, of White Oak, formerly of West Wilmerding, passed away Friday, July 16, 2021. She was born February 7, 1929 in West Wilmerding.
She is survived by her children Elaine Kaminski of Baltimore, MD, Theodore F. (Michalene) Bargiel of Jefferson Hills, Richard (MaryAnn) Bargiel of White Oak and Diane Bargiel of Poultney, Vermont, 10 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, and loving nieces and nephews.
Helen belonged to St. Leocadia and St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Churches in Wilmerding, now part of St. Joseph the Worker. She served both churches as a member of the choir, Rosary Society and Parish Council and as a lector and Sacristan. She had a beautiful voice and often sang as a soloist. She was the head cook when the ladies of the parish made pierogi and Polish sweet rolls. Helen received the 2011 Manifesting the Kingdom Award from the Diocese of Pittsburgh for her service to the church and was the keynote speaker at the final banquet at St. Leocadia. Helen was a lifetime member of the PNA and enjoyed listing to Polish songs and singing Polish Hymns. She was also a member of the West Wilmerding Civic Club.
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July 16, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Frank H. Stratton Jr. age 55 of North Huntingdon died July 15, 2021 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. He was born September 23, 1965 in Greensburg, Pa., a son of the late Frank and Alberta Common Stratton. Frank was employed in the construction / home building business. He enjoyed riding dirt bikes and was an overall handyman. He is survived by his fiancee , Lora Moss, one brother, Thomas Stratton and his wife Beth, two nephews , Alan and Steven and one niece Amanda. There will be no public visitation. James W. Shirley Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
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