October 11, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Glen E. “Mr. Duquesne” Smith Sr., age 65, of Duquesne, Sunrise-September 2, 1956-Sunset, October 8, 2021. Born in Duquesne, he was the son of the late Meredith and Jessie (Grace) Smith. Glen worked as a custodian for the Duquesne School District, was a cement finisher for Ben’s Constructions, worked as a groundskeeper at Kennywood and retired from McDonald’s in the maintenance department.
He was a member of Payne Chapel in Duquesne. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn (Freeman) Smith of Duquesne; children, Daniel Hamilton of New Kensington, Glen Hamilton of West Mifflin, Olive (Scott) Hamilton of Duquesne, Kevin Hamilton of Penn Hills, Crystal Smith of Duquesne, Derrick Hamilton of Pittsburgh, Amanda Hamilton of Duquesne, Glen E. Smith Jr. of Duquesne, Donald Smith of Duquesne, and Ella Smith of Pittsburgh; 40 Grandchildren; many Great Grandchildren; Brothers and Sisters, Dolores (late Bobby) Charles of East McKeesport, Icy Smith of McKeesport, Vernon (Trish) Smith of Turtle Creek, Jessie Smith of Basley, South Carolina, late Donald “Chuck” Pirl, late Olive Smith, late Meredith Smith, late William Smith, late John Smith and late Kenneth Smith; and special thank you to his lifelong friend, Adrian Dunston.
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October 11, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Ellwood P. Brady, 92, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, October 9, 2021 at UPMC Mercy Hospital, Pittsburgh. Services were private. Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
Memorials may be made to the Wounded Warriers Project in memory of Ellwood.
October 09, 2021 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Theresa Ann Lockhart Seman, 52 of Clairton, formally of Monongahela and New Eagle passed away on October 9th, 2021, at her home. She was born in Uniontown PA, on November 6th, 1968, to John J. Lockhart of Bridgeville, and Ethel Pearl Bittinger Memmo of Clairton. Theresa is survived by her son Mathew David Lockhart of Irwin PA, daughter Anastasia Nadine Seman, and stepson Stephan (Kara) Seman of New Eagle, sister Mary Celeste Broker of Clairton, and brother John Paul Lockhart of Clairton, her boyfriend Brian Wilson of Uniontown, and her cat Lexi. Theresa worked as a certified nursing assistant for Barber. She enjoyed watching television shows and getting to chit chat with family and friends. Arrangements have been entrusted to S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the funeral home to defray costs. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
October 09, 2021 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Mary J. Becker, 52, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, October 9, 2021 at UPMC Montefiore Hospital, Pittsburgh. She was born, August 4, 1969 in Pittsburgh. Mary was the office manager for Armology of Western PA and a Norwin graduate. She enjoyed sewing, crafting and making stained glass. She is survived by her husband, Kevin Becker; son, Kevin Jr.; brothers Scott and Robert Wallace. There were be no visitation. Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
October 08, 2021 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Leo J. Niemczycki, age 93, of West Mifflin, passed away on Thursday, October 7, 2021. Son of the late Walenty and Josephine (Dragan) Niemczycki, he was born in Duquesne on August 10, 1928. Leo started his career as a Letter Carrier at the Duquesne Post Office and finished his 45 year career as the Superintendent of Mail at the Duquesne Post Office. He enjoyed boating, reading and traveling (he and his wife had gone to Egypt, England, Italy, Holland, France, Hawaii) and he volunteered for Meals on Wheels. He proudly served his country in the Army during the Korean War, was a member of the Quarter Master Corps while in the Army and was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, St. Hedwig Church. He was the beloved husband of Anna (Adamcik) Niemczycki for 41 years; brother of the late Wanda (late Stephen) Ciborowski, late Emily (late Robert) Catto; late niece Emily Mateya. Besides his wife, he is survived by nieces, Mary (late Dennis) Shuplock of Shaler Twp., and Stephanie (Bill) McGlumphy of Dover, DE; sister-in-law Patricia (Fred) Bowden of West Mifflin; and many great nieces and nephews and great-great nephews. Visitation will be held on Monday, October 11, 2021 from 2-4 & 6-8 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, where a Blessing Service will take place on Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, at 10:00 a.m., at Holy Name Church, Duquesne, with Rev. Thomas Lewandowski, officiating. Interment will follow in St. Hedwig Cemetery, West Mifflin, with Military Honors.
October 08, 2021 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Michael H. Tamok, age 60, died on August 31, 2021 in Boca Raton, FL. He was born in McKeesport, PA on June 14, 1961 and is the son of the late Alexander and Gail Kuhn Tamok.
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October 08, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Barbara (Beattie) Snyder, age 82, of Lincoln Borough, passed away on Friday, October 8, 2021 at home. She was a former member of First Presbyterian Church of Clairton and a member of Red Hats. Born December 7, 1938, in Monongahela, she was a daughter of the late Louis "Luke" and Rita (Bonner) Beattie. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, William A. Snyder Sr.; daughter, Sharon L. Ferency of Elizabeth; grandchildren, DJ (Desiree) Ferency of Monroeville, Luke (Natalie) Megela of Elizabeth, Adam (Jodi) Snyder of West Newton, William (Sarah) Snyder of Whitehall, Katie (Guillermo) Mendoza of Arlington, TX and Matthew Snyder of Summerville, SC; great-grandchildren, Kali and Evelyn Megela, Jackson, Grace and William Snyder and Roxy Reyes; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by sons, William A. "Chip" Snyder Jr., Harry R. Snyder and Kurt Christopher; grandson, Michael Snyder; and daughter-in-law, Kimmy Haugh. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Monday, October 11, 2021, from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place Tuesday, October 12, 2021, at 12 noon in the funeral home chapel. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
October 08, 2021 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Angelo J. Salvi, age 98, of Elizabeth Township, died October 7, 2021, at home. Born May 24, 1923, in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Michael and Mary (Verno) Salvi and the husband of his late, beloved wife, Jean (Gaudy) Salvi.
Angelo retired from U.S. Steel with 44 years of employment; he specialized in RTF electric power distribution for the company. A U.S. Navy, WWII veteran, Angelo served in the European, and Asiatic-Pacific Theatres of Operations. Angelo was a lifelong member of St. Patrick Church. Angelo enjoyed life. He traveled, gamed and shopped, all in an easy and elegant style. He made friends wherever he went. For those of us fortunate enough to know him, the world was a little classier, a little cheerier, when he was near.
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October 08, 2021 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Judith “Judy” E. Reyes, age 74 of North Versailles, passed away Thursday, October 7, 2021. She was born September 4, 1947 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Peter and Virginia (Kelly) Reyes. She was a long-time member of Mary Mother of God Parish, Formerly St. Robert Bellarmine, in East McKeesport. She worked for over 30 years as an IT supervisor for Consol Energy in the South Hills before retiring.
She is survived by her brother James (Donna) Reyes of North Huntingdon; sister Sallie Wayner of Avonmore; sister-in-law Donna Reyes of North Versailles; many nieces and nephews; and her cats Mama, Sox and Mandy.
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October 08, 2021 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Christina Rae (Melegari) Blum, age 50, of East McKeesport, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, October 5, 2021. She was born January 15, 1971. She worked as a flagger in the Union Local 1058. She loved helping people in need and donated her time helping with suicide awareness. Even in death, Christina helped other by being an organ donor. She is preceded in death by her father James Perry Melegari; and brothers James and Ray Melegari. She is survived by her husband Harold E. Blum; son Larson J. Blum; and mother Darlene (Glenn) Undereiner. Services are private. Arrangements handled by the Forgie-Snyder Funeral Home, 1032 Broadway, East McKeesport, 412-823-8083. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.
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October 08, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Patricia L. Highberger, age 79, of White Oak, died October 6, 2021, at UPMC McKeesport. Born July 10, 1942, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Mary (Karnas) Mularski and the wife of the late Jay C. "Punk" Highberger.
Pat retired from McKeesport Hospital, where she worked as a switchboard operator. She was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, and attended Corpus Christi Church. Pat was also a member of the North Versailles Senior Place. She enjoyed cooking and attending bingo.
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October 08, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Shirley M. (Smith) Bour, age 86, of Forward Twp., passed away on Thursday, October 7, 2021 at home. She enjoyed baking, cooking, reading, building puzzles, and entertaining friends and family in her home. She was a member of the Forward Twp. Senior Citizens. Born April 11, 1935 in Floreffe, she was a daughter of the late George and Elizabeth (Kennist) Smith and wife of the late Richard F. Bour. She is survived by 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; brother, David Smith of Penn Hills;
sisters-in-law, Mildred Pearson of Florida and Dolores Betler of South Carolina; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by granddaughter, Samantha Rossiter. No visitation or services are planned. Donations can be made in Shirley’s name to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
October 08, 2021 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Vincent A. Maizer, Jr., age 77, of White Oak, formerly of McKeesport, died October 7. 2021, at UPMC McKeesport. Born October 28, 1943, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Vincent A. Sr. and Mary Louise (Miller) Mazier and the husband of Frances (Stibrik) Maizer.
Vince retired from US Steel, National Tube Works, where he was a pipe inspector. Afterward, he worked for J.C. Penney Co., in the maintenance department and, Giant Eagle, in the produce department. He was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish. Vince was also a member of the PNA #352 and 11th Ward Club. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and the outdoors.
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October 07, 2021 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Lorie D. Poston, 87, of Glassport, died Oct. 6, 2021. He is the son of the late Paul D. and Angela (Campbell) Poston and husband of the late MaryAnn (Dewar) Poston. Lorie is surived by his sons Ed (Cathy) Poston, Tom (Vickie) Poston and Jim (Lisa) Poston; daughter Kathy (Danny) Montenary; sister Evelyn Coward; many grandchildren and great grandchildren and also nieces and nephews. Lorie was retired from the Port Authority and was a member of the Glassport United Methodist Church and the Glassport Senior Citizens. Friends will be received at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport on Mon. from 2 to 8. A funeral service will be held Tues. 10:00 am at the funeral home. Interment following Jefferson Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to either Three Rivers Hospice; American Cancer Society or a charity of your choice.
October 07, 2021 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Linda Marie Tognarini, age 69, of New Salem, passed away on Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at Uniontown Hospital. Born December 12, 1951 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late George and Anna (Kerecman) Tognarini. She is survived by her sister, Barbara LaFollette of Clairton; also, nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brother, George C. Tognarini. No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
