April 29, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Jeffrey W. Reynolds, age 64, of Perryopolis and formerly of West Elizabeth, passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2024 at Jefferson Hospital. He was a retired self employed carpenter, civil war historian, and a muscle car enthusiast and mechanic. Born May 13, 1959 in McKeesport, he was the son of the late James C. and Helen (Beitler) Reynolds. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Denise E. (Sickle) Reynolds; daughters, Lauren (Andrew Statters) Reynolds and Danielle Reynolds, both of Perryopolis; son, Robert Reynolds of Perryopolis; sister, Debra (Mitch McFadden) Reynolds of West Elizabeth; brother, James (Colleen) Reynolds of Forward Twp.; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Bruce C. Reynolds. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth, on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 from 3 PM until the time of funeral service at 7 PM in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Jude Urso officiating. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
April 28, 2024 |
By Elmer L Herman Funeral Home | Posted in: Elmer L. Herman Funeral Home
Walter W. (Sonny) Pack, Jr., age 83, of McKeesport passed away peacefully on Saturday evening, April 27, 2024.
Beloved husband of Karen R. (Weaver) Pack; devoted father of W William (Bill) Pack III of McKeesport,
Deborah (Debbie) (Gary) Wassel Sr. of Chardon, Oh, Kristin A. (Arthur) Myers of Pittsburgh
and "daughters" Sheri (Jim) Czak and Bobbi Ann Cramer.
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April 28, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Paul Ernest Vereb, Sr., 88, of Elizabeth Township, formerly of Hazelwood, passed away Saturday, April 27, 2024. He was born July 6, 1935 in Pittsburgh and was the son of the late Andrew and Mary (Mikula) Vereb. He was married to his beloved wife of 60 years: the late Joanne Murray Vereb, who passed away May 11, 2022. Paul worked at J&L Steel for 42 years, and he spent his free time attending Steeler games, golfing and monthly breakfasts with his friends.
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April 27, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Iris Gerendash Russ, age 65, of McKeesport, died on Saturday, April 27, 2024. She was born in McKeesport on November 7, 1958 and is the daughter of the late Marvin and Florence “Prissy” Hochhauser Gerendash. Iris was employed by the City of McKeesport from 1998 until her retirement in 2020.
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April 26, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Stephen C. Britten, age 82, of Jefferson Hills, formerly of Lakewood, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024 at Allegheny General Hospital. He was a commissioned officer in the Coast Guard, attaining the rank of LTJG. He retired as a computer analyst and worked with many companies worldwide. He also enjoyed reading. Born February 23, 1942 in Akron, Ohio, he was a son of the late Stanley H. and Jane (Hardcastle) Britten. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Linda (Grimes) Britten; sister, Joan Britten of Thornburg; and brother-in-law, Gregory (Trudy) Curry and their children, Dawn and Justin. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Monday, April 29, 2024 from 10 AM until the time of service at 12 Noon in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Jude Urso officiating. Burial will follow in Mount Vernon Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews, PO Box 31998, Phoenix, AZ 85046-1998. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
April 26, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Gary R. Balliard, age 73, of Forward Twp., passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024 at Jefferson Hospital. A long-time member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp., he retired after 45 years as a welder and pipefitter for Power Piping Co. He was a loving husband and an avid bike rider and loved bike riding with his wife on the GAP trail. Born January 28, 1951 in New Eagle, he was a son of the late Gilbert and Alice (Patterson) Balliard. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Deborah Frost-Balliard; sister, Juanita Balliard Carter; mother-in-law, Dolores Frost; brothers- and sisters-in-law, Cathy (Marvin) Gray, Susan (Bruce) Frost Benzo, Leonard Frost Jr., Lynn Frost, Stephen Frost, Nanette (John) Ragan and Lisa (Ray) Kotewicz; godson, Daniel Ragan; brother-in-law, Bob Price; also, nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by siblings, Kenneth Balliard and Kathy Price; father-in-law, Leonard Frost Sr., and brother-in-law, Harry Carter. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Monday, April 29, 2024 from 4-7 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 10 AM in St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church with the Rev. Thomas J. Burke officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
April 26, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Sherrie (Maumee) Feick, age 76, of Forward Twp., passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024 at Jefferson Hospital. A member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp., she enjoyed going to casinos and in her younger years enjoyed camping and fishing. Born August 28, 1947 in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of the late Andrew and Dorothy (Krupp) Maumee. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, James M. Feick; son, Martin (Amber) Feick of Henderson, NV; grandson, Cillian Feick of Henderson, NV; and loving cousins, Donna Lassige, Nancy DeLallo, Susan Ignelzi and George Maumee. No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
April 26, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Robert Wayne Igoe, 89, of North Huntingdon, passed away peacefully in his home on Thursday, April 25, 2024. He was born on July 19, 1934, in Monessen, a son of the late David Curtis Igoe and Elizabeth (Kifer) Igoe Gates. Bob worked as an electrician and was a veteran of the US Navy, serving on the USS Forrestal. In his free time, Bob loved to work in wood and created many wonderful and creative objects for family and friends. In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his first wife, Vivian Lucille (Sciore) Igoe; his son, Robert Wayne Igoe Jr.: his two brothers, David and Alvin; and his sisters Mary, Ruth, Gloria, Alice, and Emma. He is survived by his beloved wife Barbara (Hughes) Olinski Igoe; his sister Elizabeth (Tootsie); daughters Nancy Igoe, Bobbie Hamm, Gaye Wince, and Amy Newcomer; step-son Duane Olinski; step-daughter Julie Kuhn; seven grandchildren: Crew, Ashton, Wayne, Kelsey, Josh, Spencer, and Davis; and two great-grandsons, Carson and Camdyn. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon PA on Monday at 10AM with a service to follow at 11AM. Interment will be private at Belle Vernon Cemetery.
April 25, 2024 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Dr. Brian David Piskorik, Pharm. D. died unexpectedly on Thursday April 18th, 2024 at the age of 50, at his home in Cape Coral, Florida.
Born in Pittsburgh on August 6th, 1973, he was the son of the late Stephen Piskorik Jr., and Kathy (Yanichko) Piskorik. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree from Indiana University of PA. He received his Doctorate in Pharmacy from Palm Beach Atlantic where he was President of his Fraternity, the Delta Upsilon Chapter of Kappa Psi. He loved his work as a pharmacist and was a caring practitioner in his career as a pharmacy manager. He was well known for his kind smile and extraordinary consideration for his patients.
Being a Pittsburgh native, he was a devoted fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers. He loved golfing, cooking and being “The Fun” uncle to his great-nephews, nieces, and cousins. He was extremely close with his beloved Mother, whom he cared for until his death. He was a dear son, brother, uncle, nephew, and friend.
In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his brother, Stephen Brian Piskorik, and grandparents George Yanichko and Elsie (Porter) Yanichko. Brian is survived by his mother and sister Kara Piskorik (Daniel) Luterman .
All are welcome to attend services which will be announced shortly. William S. Skovranko Memorial Home Inc., 828 Richford Street, Duquesne, PA.
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April 25, 2024 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
John L. Cordial Sr., 72, of Glassport, formerly of Fort Lauderdale, FL died April 23, 2024 at Kane Community Living Center of McKeesport. Born October 18, 1951 in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Leo Stephen Sr. and Dee (Foreman) Cordial.
John was a proud veteran, serving in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam Era. He worked for many years as a truck driver before his retirement. John enjoyed flying drones, building computers, and bicycling in his free time.
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April 25, 2024 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Michael Ray Zona, 76, left this earth at his Southern Shores home with his wife Geri by his side on April 21, 2024. Michael was born to Ruth Harriet Hughes Zona and Albert Joseph (Bucky) Zona on May 3, 1947, in Greensburg, PA, just minutes behind his twin sister, Michele. His parents and his two sisters, Michelle Marie Clark and Susan Lynn Ritson, predeceased him.
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April 24, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Edmund Francis Mularski, age 88, of Glassport, PA, died on Tuesday, April 23, 2024. He was born in Glassport on January 1, 1936, and is the son of the late Ralph and Stella Gniewkoski Mularski.
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April 24, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
James H. Conaway, age 80, of West Newton, passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at home. He retired as a self-employed freelance illustrator and was the former art director at the Pittsburgh Press. He was a former choir director at Glassport United Methodist Church and a former member of Vintage Tin of Western PA. He was a member of Pittsburgh Junior Chamber of Commerce, Alpha Rho Chi, Studebaker Drivers Club and the Upper Room group. Born August 21, 1943 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late Claude and Elizabeth (Howard) Conaway and husband of the late Sheryl J. (Keefe) Conaway. He is survived by his daughters, Staci Conaway of Somerset and Melissa A. (Dennis) Turek of Sutersville; son, William Conaway of McKeesport; grandchildren, Brendan (Tara) Conaway, Jeff (Chantel) Thomas, Kaitlin (Karl) Thomas-Reese, Greg (Ashley) Thomas, Brad Thomas, Rayli Turek, Hunter Turek and Alexis Turek; great-grandchildren, Cecilia, Grace, Gabriel, Kyla, Leo, Morgan, Kyler, Aiden, Lyle and Connor; brother, Larry (Gayle) Conaway of Jacksonville, FL; also, nieces and nephews. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will be Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 1 PM in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Dennis Keefe officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bible Alliance Church, 1300 Mt. Pleasant Road, West Newton, PA 15089. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
April 23, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Cary Buhaly, 66, of Lincoln Borough, passed away Sunday, April 21, 2024. He was born in McKeesport on October 7, 1957 and was the son to the late George John Buhaly, Sr., and the late Elizabeth "Betty" Ann (Roma) Buhaly. Cary graduated from Elizabeth Forward High School and worked many years as a Union Painter. He is survived by his sons, Cary R. Buhaly of McKeesport and Neal S. McFarland of White Oak; granddaughter, Madison E. Buhaly; brother, George John Buhaly, Jr. of Boston; sister, Angie E. (Buhaly) Slobodnik of Irwin; niece, Jaclyn (Bryant) Thomas; nephew, Matthew Slobodnik; and great-nieces & great-nephew, Nova, Aria, and Bishop Thomas. Visitation will be held Wednesday, May 1, 2024 from 1-3 & 6-8pm at the Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. A Memorial Service will follow in the funeral home chapel at 8:00pm. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
April 23, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Dorothy R. Candelore, 90, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Sunday, April 21, 2024. She was born in Belle Vernon on April 15, 1934 and was the daughter to the late Samuel and Helen (Choker) Gelotti. She was the wife of 60 years to the late Norman R. Candelore, Sr. before his passing in January 2015. Dorothy and Norm had a one of a kind love, and over the years created a beautiful life full of blessings. She loved people - she was the life of the party and always turned a stranger into a friend with kind conversation. She truly cared about you and what you had to say, but also wasn't afraid to speak her own opinion.
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