June 18, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Josephine (Jo) A. Scardina McNeal, 98, died June 16, 2021. Born January 11, 1923, in Baltimore, MD, to the late Charles P. Scardina and Marie A. Waldhauser. She was the beloved wife to the late Michael J. McNeal, Jr. Josephine graduated from Seton High School. She lived in McKeesport, PA, and was also a long-time resident on Kent Island in Stevensville, MD. A Real Estate Agent with Wilson Baum Agency in McKeesport, PA, she enjoyed bingo, the casino, cards, travel, friends and family. Jo contributed many years and countless hours of volunteer work in the community and was a member/volunteer in several organizations; KIVFD Ladies Auxiliary, KI Hospice Estate Treasures, KI Over 50’s Club, St. Christopher’s Outreach & Bingo, Bay Country Moose Ladies Auxiliary #831, KI Elks #2576, Memorial Hospital & McKeesport Hospital.
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June 18, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Tara L. Haidle, age 36, of Port Vue, died June 14, 2021, at home. Born September 25, 1984, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Clyde and Darlene (Filko) Haidle.
Tara dedicated her life to caring for her daughter. She was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church of West Mifflin. Tara enjoyed reading, walking, and movies.
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June 18, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Derek Florenz, age 44, of Glassport, formerly of McKeesport, passed away on Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at home. A graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School, he was a window installer for 25 years for JLF Installation in Apollo, which he recently took over. Born May 2, 1977 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of J. Leslie (Donna) Florenz Sr. of Apollo and Linda Jackson (Phillip) Ciancio of White Oak. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his daughter, Isabella Kreigline of Baldwin; brothers, J. Leslie (Heather) Florenz Jr. of Monongahela and Christopher (Nicole) Florenz of White Oak; stepbrothers, Donald (Kim) Boylstein of Leechburg, Phillip Ciancio of Moon Twp. and Chad Ciancio of Level Green; also, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Monday, June 21, 2021 from 1-3 and 5 until the time of memorial service at 7:30 p.m. with Evangelist Robert Nicklow Jr. officiating. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
June 18, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Paul E. Schultz, 88, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, June 16, 2021 and went to be with his Savior and Lord Jesus Christ. Paul was born on December 28, 1932 in Glassport and was the son of the late Edward and Sophia (Petrosky) Schultz. In addition to his parents, Paul was preceded in death by his son, Paul Jr., and sister, Irene Silich. Paul was employed as a machinist by Westinghouse Astronuclear Lab for 30 years until his retirement. He truly enjoyed his work and found it to be both challenging and rewarding. Paul was always a loyal fan of the Pirates and Steelers teams, winning or losing! Paul is survived by his wife of 63 years, Vivian Painter Schultz; daughter, Karen Schultz; two granddaughters, Hannah (Brian) Ross and Gabrielle Walker; one great-grandson, Arlo Paul Ross; sister, Freda Schultz; and nephew, Michael (Kathy) Silich. Friends will be received on Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday in the funeral home chapel. Interment to follow in Long Run Cemetery. The family has requested that masks be worn. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
June 17, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Joyce Anne (Ward) Mitro, age 79 of Conneaut Lake and formerly of Clairton, passed away on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 in Hilton Head Regional Hospital in Hilton Head, SC. Born April 27, 1942 in Clairton, she was the daughter of the late Thomas N. and Anna M. (Flynn) Ward. A 1960 graduate of Clairton High School and attendee of Robert Morris College, Joyce retired as a secretary for K&L Gates Law Firm in Pittsburgh. She was also a member of the American Legion Post #462 and on the Board of Directors for the V.F.D. #5, both of Conneaut Lake. Joyce is survived by her husband of 40 years Raymond M. Mitro; her children Raymond J. (Jacqueline) Mitro of Hilton Head, SC and Renee Beth (Daniel) Dye of Houston, TX; her grandchildren Sarah Beth and John Dye and Brittany Mitro; her brother Gerald (Linda) Ward of Clairton; sister-in-law Ida Ward of Clairton; and also many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers Thomas M, J. Donald (Joan), J. Regis, and George P. Ward.
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June 17, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Laura Adamek, age 95, of Elizabeth Twp., died June 17, 2021, at Canterbury Place. Born January 20, 1926, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Alexander and Catherine (Gliwa) Michalek and the wife of the late Edmund E. "Mickey" Adamek for 70 years.
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June 17, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Kathleen J. Pilarski, age 70, of North Irwin, died June 15, 2021, at Barnes Place. She was born on September 15, 1950, in Connellsville, PA and was the daughter of the late Edward and Melanie (Prutz) Stepanic. Kathi was a registered nurse and had a career spanning from labor and delivery nurse, home health/hospice nurse, and part time school nurse. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in Irwin. Kathi loved traveling to Lexington, Kentucky and Florida, tending to her yard and rock gardens, country line dancing, sewing, and shopping. Her greatest joy in life was being a devoted Mom and Nan. Kathi loved sending hand written cards, complete with confetti and usually a $1 bill to all she loved.
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June 17, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Ronald K. Morgan, age 50, of McKeesport, died June 12, 2021. Born July 30, 1970, in Bradford, PA, he was the son of the late Keith F. Morgan and Judy Ann (Crandall) Lycette and the husband of Barbara Jean (Byrd) Morgan.
Ron was currently working at Mr. Clean Car Wash of North Versailles. He was a member of Life Giving Community Church of McKeesport, where he played guitar for the church, fulfilling his greatest passion. Ron also enjoyed reading, writing, singing, walking, and nature.
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June 17, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Wendy J. Slafka 68, of North Huntingdon, went to be with the Lord on June 16, 2021. She was born April 21, 1953 in McKeesport, daughter of the late George and Margaret Jane Alund.
Loving wife of Mark J. Slafka, devoted mother to Nathan (Ashley) and Christian Slafka. Sister of Edith (Mark) Harvey, and brother David (Pamela) Alund. Adoring grandmother to Rylen, her “princess” and Luca, her “little buddy”, the lights of her life.
She is also survived by nieces and nephews, Natalie, Courtney (Luis), Justin , Ryan (Becky); Adam (Amy) and Michael (Rebekah).
A 1971 McKeesport High School graduate, she studied music at Duquesne University, taught piano and directed choirs at Christian Life Church and McKeesport Christian Alliance.
A God-fearing woman with a heart of gold, she had a passion for music and loved to sing.
She was an avid Pittsburgh Penguins fan, loved to cook and co-founded a non-profit horse rescue. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Friday 2-4,6-8 P.M. . A funeral service will be held Saturday at 11 A.M. at the Norwin Alliance Christian Church. Please go directly to the church. Memorials may be made to Samaritan Purse. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
June 16, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Mary Fletcher, age 88, of McKeesport, died June 13, 2021, at Kane Community Living Center McKeesport. Born June 2, 1933, in McDonald, she is survived by her son Eugene Fletcher. Family and friends will be received on Thursday, June 17, 2021, from 2 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 4 p.m. Inurnment at a later date in Robinson Run Cemetery. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com. Charles Danforth, Supervisor.
June 16, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Richard F. Bour, age 88, of Forward Twp., passed away on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at home. An Army veteran during the Korean War and a ham radio operator, he was a technician with Bush Radio, a retired avionics technician with Beckett Aviation in West Mifflin, and a retired superintendent at Davis Industries in Rostraver Twp. Born January 19, 1933 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late Frank J. and Catherine (Gross) Bour. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Shirley M. (Smith) Bour; daughters, Diane (Dean Sr.) Korber of West Newton, Robin (David) Wagner of Butler, Jacquline (Raymond) Sammartino of Erie and Linda (Patrick) Buono of Finleyville; grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sisters, Dolores Betler of South Carolina and Mildred (John) Pearson of Florida; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by granddaughter, Samantha Rossiter. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Friday, June 18, 2021 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Saturday, June 19, 2021 at 10 AM in the funeral home chapel with Chaplain Larry Coltura officiating. Burial will follow in Jefferson Memorial Park, Pleasant Hills. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Richard's name to a charity of one's choice. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
June 16, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Bernadine Squillace, age 84, of White Oak, went home to the Lord and reunited with her husband, Friday, June 11, 2021. Born January 22, 1937, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Anna (Nasta) Jeney and the beloved wife of the late Joseph J. Squillace, Sr. Bernadine found no greater joy than being a wife and mother. She was a former Stenographer at the Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, in her early years. She was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, and attended St. Patrick Church. Bernadine enjoyed baking and sharing her delicious creations with everyone. As Bernadine's family, it has been our privilege to be shaped by her kind spirit and to carry it on in our lives.
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June 16, 2021 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Alfieri Funeral Home
Dolores "Do" (Yelochan) Olszewski, 84, died Sunday, June 13, 2021 at the age of 87. Born April 2, 1934, Do was the devoted wife of the late Stanley “Tim” Olszewski. Loving mother of Shawn (Anita Villasenor) Olszewski; adoring grandmother of Hunter and Courtney Olszewski.
In addition to her husband, Do was preceded in passing by her parents, Frank and Rose Yelochan. Do was very devout in her faith. She loved her family, especially her grandchildren. She also enjoyed cooking and baking.
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June 15, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Conrad Petrick, age 89, of North Huntingdon, died June 12, 2021, at Point Pleasant in North Versailles. Born March 23, 1932, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Joseph and Anna Petrick and husband of the late Geraldine "Gerry" Petrick for 57 years.
Conrad was a 1949 graduate of McKeesport High School and would then enlist in the Army. After his time spent in the Army, he would attend Duquesne University, where he graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Physics. Upon graduating, he worked for Gulf Oil and then Chevron as a physicist. Conrad had his private pilot's license for 50 years and stored his plane at Rostraver Airport. He was a brilliant man, the one the whole family went to, to ask any question about any subject. Conrad enjoyed working on cars and frequently volunteered his time to help his son-in-law at his auto repair business.
He is survived by children Denise Yandrlic, Karen (Robert) Robb, and the late Arlene Petrick; grandchildren, Rachel (Brett) Skelley, Elizabeth (Jesse) Lape, and Victoria (Patrick) Kavinski; great-grandchildren, Vaughn and Margot Skelley and Thomas Lape.
He was also preceded in death by a brother and five sisters.
Arrangements were entrusted to Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory. A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date.
Memorial contributions are suggested to Christ United Methodist Church of North Huntingdon, 2800 Coulterville Rd., McKeesport, PA 15131.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
Chris Odasso, Supervisor.
June 15, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Dorothy J. Terranella, 77, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, June 14, 2021 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. She was born October 13, 1943 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Andrew and Dorothy (McDonald) Hudak. Dorothy was a school teacher for Sisters of Charity, Seton Hill and later retired to start her life as a wife and mother. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and loved writing poetry and letters to loved ones. She enjoyed cooking, sewing, quilting and doll making. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Mary Crawford, and brother-in-law, Daniel Brennan. She is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Angelo "Terry" Terranella; son, Angelo "Terry" Terranella and his wife, Rachel and Dominic Terranella; brother, Kenny (Terri) Hudak; sisters, Karen (Jerry) Kronk, Cindy Brennan; grandchildren, Dominic (Kathryn), Joseph (Sydney), Angelina, Daniel, Angelo III, Job, Nehemiah, Titus and Caleb. Friends will be received on Thursday from 5-8 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. A funeral service will be held on Friday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment to follow in Long Run Cemetery. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
