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James D. Welsh

August 16, 2020 |

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

James D. Welsh, 90, of East McKeesport, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 12, 2020. He was born June 26, 1930 in East McKeesport, a son of the late B.F. “Hank” and Nell (Mackey) Welsh. He was a member of Linway United Presbyterian Church, North Versailles where he served as a Deacon and an Elder, also working many years with the Meals on Wheels program.

Jim was an Army veteran that served during the Korean War, stationed in Manilla, Philippines, a retired machinist for U.S. Steel Research Center, Monroeville, a member of Hilltopers VFW Post 8430, and the American Legion, East McKeesport. He was an avid sports fan that loved the Steelers, Pirates, and Penguins. Jim loved to golf and bowl and once bowled a perfect 300 game in the U.S. Steel Bowling League.

 
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Jack Lloyd Ellenberger

August 16, 2020 |

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

Jack Lloyd Ellenberger, age 72, of North Versailles died on August 13, 2020, the result of a traumatic brain injury. He received two Purple Hearts, while serving in the U.S. Army, as a Vietnam combat infantry soldier. Born February 6, 1948, the older son of the late Harry J. and Bernadine (Stalowski) Ellenberger.

He is survived by his loving “college babe” and wife of 52 years, Sharon (Wolden). He raised and is survived by three wonderful children, Kristin (Dr. Jim) Richards, Jocelyn (Jeff) Bell, and Jack (Michelle) Ellenberger. Jack is survived by and so very proud of his eight grandchildren: Coleman and Caroline Richards; Jennings, Greyson and Charlotte Bell; and Alexi, Leo and Julian Ellenberger.

He’s also survived by his most caring and loving step-father, Ted (Pap Z) Zarichansky, his sister Donna Lee (Louie) Paulisick, brother Darryl “D.J.” Ellenberger, brother-in-law Tom (Linda) Wolden, sister-in-law Sue (Ray) Pecoraro, his Aunt Esther (Joe) DeLeo, six nieces, nine nephews, grand nephews, grand nieces, tons of cousins, and wonderful friends and neighbors.

 
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James G. Bell

August 16, 2020 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

 

James G. Bell, age 52, of North Huntingdon, died August 14, 2020, at home. Born, March 2, 1968 in McKeesport, he was the son of the late George and Johanna (Zewilla) Bell and the husband of Lynn (Rice) Bell.

 
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Robert "Bob" "Bobby" C. Bruner

August 16, 2020 |

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

Robert "Bob" "Bobby" C. Bruner, age 70, of Greensburg, died Tuesday, August 11, 2020. He was born in McKeesport on March 13, 1950 and is the son of the late John Robert and Irene Olszewski Bruner. Until he retired, he was a machinist for various industrial plants in the Greensburg area. Bob loved being with his heartbroken soulmate (his rock) Carolyn. He is a huge sports fan and loved watching the Penguins, Steelers, and Nascar. He loved playing video games, but his favorite thing to do was "pick-n" off those pesky groundhogs who dared to trespass on his property. Bob has the biggest heart in the world.

 
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Linda Joan Maher

August 16, 2020 |

By William H. Craig Funeral Home | Posted in: William H Craig Funeral Home

Linda Joan Maher, 79, of McKeesport, was called home early Sunday morning, Aug. 9, 2020

("late night" Saturday, for those of you who knew her well)

To grasp the essence of Linda is to reflect on the simple qualities of an exceptional life.
Linda was dreamed in God's heart and placed in this world for a purpose.
She was born Sept. 6, 1940. A "Friday's child - loving and giving", as the poem reads.

 
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Patricia Marie Tognarine

August 15, 2020 |

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

Patricia "Patty" Marie Tognarine,  69, of McKeesport, passed away Friday, August 14, 2020. She was born June 14, 1951 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late John F. and Margaret R. (Fichera) Domingo.

 
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Betty Jane Lickert

August 15, 2020 |

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

Betty Jane Lickert, age 92, of White Oak, died Wednesday, August 12, 2020. She was born in McKeesport on February 24, 1928 and is the daughter of the late Charles and Elizabeth White Welch and the wife of the late William Lickert. She was a member of Christy Park United Methodist Church where she served as a past volunteer.

 
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Carol Ann Dougherty Joseph

August 15, 2020 |

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

Carol Ann Dougherty Joseph, age 88, of North Huntingdon, formerly of McKeesport and White Oak, died Tuesday, August 11, 2020. She was born in McKeesport on December 25, 1931 and is the daughter of the late Joseph A. and Elizabeth D. Hodermansky Dougherty, and was the wife of the late George M. Joseph.

 
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Frank A. Pawlowski

August 14, 2020 |

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

Frank A. Pawlowski, 77, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, August 13, 2020 in UPMC Presbyterian Hospital.  He was born September 17, 1942 in Vandergrift, a son of the late Leo A. and Mary (Kolodziejski) Pawlowski.  Frank earned his Associate Degree from Alliance College in 1962 and began working for CECO and Sargent Manufacturing Co. as a draftsman and worked his way up to sales engineer until his retirement in 2009.  He was president of St. Joseph Church Council, member of Knights of Columbus, Slippery Rock Campground, Duquesne Moose, PTG Duquesne Catholic School and the owner and operator of Marleno's Pizza Shops in McKeesport, North Side and Clairton.  Frank enjoyed fishing, camping and spending time with his family and grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his brother, James Pawlowski.  He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Mary Ellen (Dill) Pawlowski; children, Frank (Claire) Pawlowski,  Kathie (Edwin) Miller and Bryan (Michelle) Pawlowski; brothers, Eugene (Kathy), Robert (Paula), Dennis (Donna); sister, Patricia (David) Baumgartner; grandchildren, Autumn, Noah, Trinity and Alexis.

Friends will be received on Sunday from 3-7 p.m. and Monday 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon.   A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday at 10 a.m. in St. Agnes Church.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Leukemia Society.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

 


Sue Anne MacPherson Spahr

August 14, 2020 |

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

Sue Anne MacPherson Spahr, 88, of North Huntingdon, formerly of Belle Vernon and Elizabeth Township, passed away Friday, August 14, 2020 at Redstone Highlands, Greensburg. She was born February 3, 1932 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Robert William Parkins and  A. Areba (Paull) Parkins. She was the wife of the late John Charles MacPherson, Jr., and the late Ronald M. Spahr. Sue Anne was a member, deacon and elder of the Mount Vernon Community Presbyterian Church and was a hugger and  member of the Belle Choir and Chancel Choir there.

 
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Samantha Jo Bradley

August 14, 2020 |

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

Samantha Jo Bradley, age 37, of Munhall, PA, died Sunday, August 2, 2020 . She was born in McKeesport, PA, on November 20th, 1982 and is the daughter of Alesia F. Gallagher Bradley and the late Charles Joseph Bradley.

 
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Clyde Russell Ludwick

August 14, 2020 |

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

Clyde Russell Ludwick,  87, of Overland Park, Kansas, formerly of Elizabeth Township, passed away Thursday, July 23, 2020. He was born May 9, 1933 in Elizabeth Township and was the son of the late Clyde R. Ludwick Sr. and Evelyn (Brown) Ludwick .  He was the  husband of the late of  Barbara Jean (Davis) Ludwick who passed away October 7, 2016. Clyde   was a member of Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church, F & AM Lodge 731, and Masonic Veterans. He was a retired Fluid Systems Engineer at the former Mesta Machine Company and was an Air Force Veteran of the Korean War.

 
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June Johnston Hinkle

August 14, 2020 |

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

June Johnston Hinkle, 89, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, August 14, 2020 at Kelly's Personal Care Home, Greensburg.  She was born in Harrisonburg, VA, a daughter of the late Robert Boyd and Kate (Arborgast) Johnston.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Harman "Clyde" Hinkle.  June is survived by her children, Richard Hinkle and Wylene Hinkle, three grandchildren and one great grandchild. June was a full-time Mom, an accomplished braille transcriber, a talented quilter, and an avid baker. Many will miss  her ginger cookies. She loved animals and adopted several stray cats. Many have been inspired by her care-giving. June spent the first two decades of her life in Riverton and Circleville. She graduated from Circleville High School in 1947. It was in her high school English class that she discovered a love of books and became a prolific reader, especially mysteries. After moving from West Virginia, she and her husband, Clyde, spent so many weekends in West Virginia that I knew the way to Grandma's house better than the way to school. She will be buried in the North Fork Cemetery next to her husband.   Services are private.  Arrangements were made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

 


Mary Morrison

August 14, 2020 |

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

Mary Morrison, age 90, of Monongahela, formerly of Elrama, passed away on Thursday, August 13, 2020 at Mon Valley Care Center. She was a member of Nativity of the Virgin Mary Orthodox Church in Monongahela. Born February 8, 1930, she was a daughter of the late Michael Morrison Sr. and the late Anna (Hakun) Morrison. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by sister, Ann Morrison, and brothers, John "Bing" Morrison and Michael Morrison Jr. Visitation and Blessing are private. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

 


Nell L. Falatek

August 14, 2020 |

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

Nell L. Falatek, age 88, of Dravosburg, died Aug 12 surrounded by her family.  Born July 15, 1932, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Irene (Weber) Gallagher and the wife of the late John Falatek.

 
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