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Edward Alexander, Sr.

June 13, 2020 |

By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home

Edward Alexander, Sr. son of late Mary Long, passed away on June 7, 2020 at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. 

He was born on April 30, 1944 in Salisbury, North Carolina. Edward served his country by joining the United States Marine Corps. He later worked as a Pipe Cutter for Duro-Bond Industries.

Edward was a kind and generous man. He volunteered his time at the 9th Street Clinic. Every Sunday, you could find him watching football. He loved Tennis also; his favorite player was Serena Williams.

Edward is survived by the love of his life, Nina Johnson; sons, Edward (Pamela) Alexander, Jr., Robert  Alexander, William  Guy, Terrence  Pitts, Brian  Johnson, Ralph  Johnson, Keith  Johnson, Edwin Johnson, Kierre Johnson; daughters, Crystal Alexander, Angelina  Johnson, Ashant-e Johnson;19 grandchildren, great-grandchildren; extended family and friends.

 
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Helen F. Bytzura

June 13, 2020 |

By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home

Helen F. (Fraikor) Bytzura, 95, of West Mifflin and formerly of Duquesne, died peacefully on Friday, June 12, 2020 at the Residence at Whitehall. Mrs. Bytzura was born in Duquesne, November 1, 1924, the daughter of the late John and Anna (Petrosky) Fraikor. Mrs. Bytzura was a member of Ss. Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Church, Duquesne, a loving homemaker, and a former teletype operator at the former Duquesne works, U.S. Steel Corporation. Beloved wife of the late George A. Bytzura, she is survived by two loving children, Patricia (Arthur) Gennari and Raymond (Carol) Bytzura; four grandchildren, Jeffery (Aubrey) Gennari, Bryan Gennari, Amanda Bytzura, and Ryan Bytzura; two great grandchildren, Benjamin Gennari and Rosalie Gennari; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by seven brothers and sisters.

 
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Gerald "Gene" Faupel

June 12, 2020 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Gerald E, “Gene” Faupel 58, of North Versailles, PA departed this life on Monday, June 8, 2020 at UPMC McKeesport.

Born January 5, 1962 in Bunola, PA, he was the son of the late Edward E. and Roberta (Maple) Faupel and the loving fiancé of Rose Jones.

 
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Joseph S. Mincone

June 12, 2020 |

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

Joseph S. Mincone, age 75, of Belle Vernon, passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2020 at Mon Valley Care Center. He retired as a millwright for U.S. Steel in Washington. He loved riding motorcycles, building and flying model airplanes, and enjoyed shooting and was a marksman. He loved his family and worked diligently to provide for them. Born June 21, 1944 in Clairton, he was a son of the late Domenic and Christine (Monaco) Mincone and husband of the late Marlene A. Mincone. He is survived by daughter, Jolene (Ryan) Sypolt of Charleroi; son, Joseph C. (Casey) Mincone of Belle Vernon; grandchildren, Emily and Ella Sypolt and Samantha Mincone; sister, Sabina Kessler of Pleasant Hills; brother, Angelo "Che Che" (Marian) Mincone of Elizabeth; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by sister, Christine Shuck, and brothers, Frank and Licio Mincone. A Blessing will take place on Monday, June 15, 2020 at 2 PM in Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth, with the Rev. Thomas A. Wagner officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

 


Judith Lynne Johnson

June 12, 2020 |

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

Judith Lynne Johnson,  76, of Christy Park, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, June 11, 2020. She was born March 5, 1944 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Anthony and Norma (Amorose) Santone. She was the wife of the late Raymond James Johnson who passed away March 31, 2016. Judith was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish- St. Patrick Worship Site and the Friendly Club there. She was also a member of the former Turner's Club in Christy Park. She was a Certified Nurse Assistant at UPMC McKeesport Hospital and retired after 30 years of service.

 
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Dawn M. Dobransky

June 11, 2020 |

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

Dawn M. Dobransky, age 61 of Clairton, passed away in her home on Wednesday, June 10, 2020.  Born April 6, 1959 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of Roy and Sharon (Riley) Verbanes of North Huntingdon.  A cashier at the former Marraccini's Grocery in Clairton, besides her parents, Dawn is survived by her husband of 43 years Robert Dobransky; her children Stephanie (Glenn) Kibe of Vail, AZ and Jason (Toni) Dobransky of West Mifflin; her grandchildren Tristin and Riley Kibe and Danica Dobransky; her siblings Mark (Lisa) Verbanes of West Elizabeth and Lori (Tom) Beckowitz of North Huntingdon; her brother-in-law Wayne M. Dobransky; and also nieces and nephews. 

 
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Cindy Ann Davis

June 11, 2020 |

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

Cindy Ann Davis, age 67, of Vanderbilt, PA, formerly of McKeesport, died on Monday, June 8, 2020 at her residence. She was born in McKeesport, PA, on May 9, 1953. She is the daughter of the late William and Ann Kolodziej Taylor. Cindy received her real estate license many years ago. She retired as a librarian from Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory in West Mifflin, PA.

 
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Phyllis Daniels

June 11, 2020 |

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

Phyllis Daniels, age 53, of McKeesport, died on June 10, 2020. She was born in Pittsburgh on January 27, 1967. She was preceded in death by her very special and loving parents, Robert and Lieselotte Kennedy.

She enjoyed using her artistic abilities, being creative with coloring books and crafting, and she loved to carry on a good conversation.

 
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Mary Ann Weimer

June 11, 2020 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Mary Ann Weimer, age 54, of McKeesport, died June 6, 2020.  Born August 1, 1965, she was the daughter of the late Carol Weimer and was preceded in death by grandparents, Joseph and Ann Weimer. Mary Ann worked at Life Care as a unit secretary and was known to help others in need. She was a lifelong Steeler fan and always enjoyed watching them play.  She is survived by many cousins, special friends, and her dogs, Brooks and Toby.  

 
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Wilma J. Wilson

June 11, 2020 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

 

Wilma J. Wilson, 76, of McKeesport, died June 10, 2020.  She is survived by her husband Richard A. Wilson; sons Richard (Cheryl) Wilson, Dave (Sharon) Wilson, Eric Wilson and Chris (Teresa) Wilson; step daughters Samantha Miller and Katrina Miller; grandchildren Sean and Hannah Wilson and Bailey and Ellie Maskil; and sister Elsie (Kenneth) Huey.  Friends received Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport, Tues. June 16, 2020 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8.

 


David Permigiani

June 10, 2020 |

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

David Permigiani, 65, of Elizabeth Township, passed away, Monday, June 8, 2020. He was born February 28, 1955 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Angelo and Matilda (DelDuca) Permigiani. David was a Special Education Teacher at Elizabeth Forward High School. He was a graduate of California University of Pennsylvania and Elizabeth Forward Class of 1973.

 
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Diane Margot Hagerty

June 10, 2020 |

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

Diane Margot Hagerty, 75, of West Mifflin, passed away Saturday, June 6, 2020. She was born June 18, 1944 in Laurel, Mississippi, and was the daughter of the late James P. and Rita (Schmidt) Lawrence. She was the wife of  the late Charles Henry Hagerty who passed away July 4, 2015. She was a member of the Pleasant Hills Community Presbyterian Church in Pleasant Hills and was previousley a member of the Westminster Presbyterian Church in Chester, WV.

 
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Maureen Helen Bulischeck

June 10, 2020 |

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

Maureen Helen Bulischeck, 76, of Versailles, passed away Friday, June 5, 2020. She was born January 30, 1944 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late James and Betty Doonan. She was the wife of the late Joseph Michael Bulischeck who passed away July 14, 2019. 

 
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Domenico “Mico” Lagana

June 10, 2020 |

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

After an extremely courageous battle with cancer, Domenico “Mico” Lagana, age 73 of North Versailles, passed away Monday, June 8, 2020 peacefully, surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 28, 1947 in Reggio Calabria, Italy, a son of the late Francesco Lagana and Maria Polimeni.

He worked as a Concrete Foreman for over 25 years for Golden Triangle Construction Company before retiring. He loved golf, fishing, gardening and spending time at the family cabin at Whipkey Dam.

He is survived by his wife of 51 years Domenica “Mimma” Lagana; children Maria (Fiance' Darrell Franks) Lagana of North Versailles, Frank (Jessica) Lagana of Greenfield and Dominic (Jamie) Lagana of East Mont; grandchildren Anthony (fiancé Emily), Alexis, Santino (fiancé Cameron) Dominic III (Mia), Francesco, Jimmy, Rocco, Bruno and Domenica; great grandson Domenico; 3 brother and 3 sisters living in Italy; and many nieces and nephews.

 
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John Fitzgerald Gross

June 09, 2020 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

John Fitzgerald Gross, 56, a resident of White Oak for 20 years, formerly of McKeesport passed away on Tuesday, June 9th, 2020 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh. He was born in McKeesport on May 29, 1964 to the late Eugene and Madeline Medved Gross. He is survived by his former wife and life-long friend Jane Stegman Gross, of White Oak, and their children; David C. (Jessica) Gross, of Elizabeth, and Shawn M. Gross, of White Oak. John also leaves behind his grandchildren; Emma Gross and Jackson Gross, sister Diane (Craig) Brooks, of Elizabeth, his nieces and nephews, and his cats Toby and Tucker. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents. John was a member of the St. Angela Roman Catholic Church in White Oak, and was employed by Don Farr Moving and Storage as a truck driver.  John was a man that enjoyed eating, loved cats, fishing, crime shows, and napping. He was a man that was a loyal helper, a joker, and he will be missed dearly by all that knew him. Family and friends will be received on Friday, June 12, 2020 from 9am to 12:00 noon at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. A service will take place at the funeral home at 12:00 noon on Friday to be followed by interment at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Port Vue. 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.