November 19, 2024 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Maxine L. Erny, age 85, of McKeesport, died November 12, 2024, at Riverside Nursing Home, surrounded by the love of her family. Born December 6, 1938, in Somerset, she was the daughter of the late Woodrow and Janet (Ling) Cole and wife of the late Samuel Erny.
Maxine dedicated her working years as a union typesetter for the Daily American in Somerset, along with Herbick & Held Printing Company. Breaking barriers as the only woman in the office, she carried out her duties with grace and determination. Beyond her professional life, Maxine found joy in cultivating her garden, where she lovingly nurtured vegetables and beautiful flowers. Her culinary skills were unmatched, as she delighted in creating Easter candy and savory Thanksgiving pies. At home, she found solace in the pages of her favorite books and cherished moments spent watching shows like Dancing with the Stars and Big Brother.
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November 18, 2024 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Janet Marie Dishong, age 63, of McKeesport, died November 2, 2024, at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital. Born November 30, 1960, in Braddock, she was the daughter of the late John Pindro and Janice (Duff) Lucas.
Janet was an avid bingo player and enjoyed trips to the casino. She also loved to bake and was known for her delicious apple pies. She had a heart of gold and to know her was to love her. Janet loved with all her heart and would give her last penny if she had it.
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November 18, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
George Clarence Lee, Jr., age 85, of Rostraver Twp., PA, died on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at his residence. He was born November 24, 1938, and is the son of the late George Clarence, Sr. and Rose Marie Bumbera Lee.
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November 18, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Kim L. Gurall, 72, of McKeesport passed away Sunday, November 17, 2024. He was born in McKeesport on June 24, 1952 to the late Andrew Gurall and the late Nancy L. (Dolan) Smith. He was a great family man, enjoyed spending time with his grandkids, and loved his dog, Rosie. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Donna Jean (Richards) Gurall; daughters, Kimberly (Mike) Quallich of McKeesport, Angela Collins of McKeesport; son, Lance (Crystal) Gurall of North Huntingdon; grandchildren, Ashley (Senad) Hasanovic, Logan Quallich, Brandon & Alysa Collins, Amelya, Adylee, & Aryana Gurall; and one great-grandchild, Asja Hasanovic; as well as his nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Kim is preceded in death by his siblings, James & Andrew "Dewey" Gurall. Family and Friends are welcome to a Memorial Service that will take place Friday, November 22, 2024 at 2:00pm at the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
November 18, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Kenneth S. Sobek, age 75 of North Huntingdon died November 17, 2024 at the H. John Heinz III VA Hospital in Aspinwall. He was born September 25, 1949 in Braddock, Pa., a son of the late John T. and Anna M. Zayc Sobek. Ken was a member of St. Agnes Church North Huntingdon. He was a retired salesman for Cochran Automotive Group. Ken served our country in the U.S. Navy onboard the USS Forrestal (CVA59) during the Vietnam War. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Richard D. and Bernard J. Sobek. He is survived by his beloved wife Michele A. Hawranko Sobek, two daughters, Kelley A. Wood and Jennifer S. Yavorsky, three grandchildren Colin, Cameron, Bela. There will be no public visitation. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, in charge of arrangements www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
November 18, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Jason Richard Shamber, age 51, of Lincoln Place, passed away on Sunday, November 17, 2024 at UPMC Presbyterian. He was a grill cook for UPMC Presbyterian in Pittsburgh. He graduated from Thomas Dale High School in Chester, VA where he was involved with soccer, cross country, and indoor and outdoor track. He was a former hospitality employee for the Mirage Casino and Hotel in Las Vegas, and he enjoyed all Pittsburgh sports teams. Born June 11, 1973 in McKeesport, he was a son of Samuel James and Janice (Black) Shamber of Jefferson Hills. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his daughters, Jenna (Zack Godovchik) Shamber of Lincoln Place and Alaina (C.J.) Pierce of Rockwall, TX; granddaughter, Evangeline Pierce of Rockwell, TX; also, aunts, uncles and cousins. No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
November 17, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Anna Stankowicz, 92, of McKeesport, passed away Friday, November 15, 2024. She was born in Glassport on August 18, 1932 to the late John and Mary (Bodner) Popovich. She was the wife of the late Anthony Stankowicz, who passed away in June 2000. Anna worked many retail jobs through the years, but her favorite job was being a wife, mother and grandmother. She also enjoyed cooking and baking. The family would gather at Anna's house on the holidays and every Sunday for dinner. Her stuffed cabbage recipe will remain untouchable. She is survived by her daughters, Lee Ann Powers of McKeesport, and Toni A. Puc of Mt. Pleasant; grandchildren, Erica Powers, Jayme (Jordan Geissler) Puc, and Ashlee (Trevor) Pearsol; great-grandchildren, Maggie, Max, Jameson and Jett; as well as a sister, Helen McBurney; and nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband and parents, Anna is preceded in death by her daughter, Janice Sue Stankowicz; and siblings, Joseph, John, Mike and Andrew Popovich, Mary Raisner, Betty Smoot, and Irene Falco. There is no visitation. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 1638 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131. (412) 672-6322 Troy J. Gilbert, director. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
November 16, 2024 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Beatrice Ann Ketterman Gilligan, 79, of Clairton, passed away on Friday, November 15th, 2024 at at her home. She was born in Pulaski, Virginia on June 19, 1945, to the late Doyle and Lois Licume Ketterman. Beatrice was the loving wife of the late John J. Gilligan. She is survived by son Brian Ketterman of Clairton, brothers Dan Ketterman of Elizabeth, and Tim Ketterman of Virginia, caregiver Jean Hull of Clairton, step-grandson Jordan Jones of Clairton, step-granddaughter Kenyahna Jamison of Clairton, dear friends Marava, Bernard, David, Janet, Paul Robert, and Scary Cathy, all of Clairton, and her dogs Ace, Princess, Milo, Daisy, Oreo and Pumpkin. Beatrice was preceded in death by her parents, husband John, and siblings Johnny, Frankie, and Doyle. She was formerly employed in nursing, cleaning houses, and worked for a while at Bluebird Restaurant. She enjoyed playing cards and doing crosswords, popping bubble wrap, collecting pennies, and she loved her dogs. Family and friends will be received on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, from 5:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M. at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025 to be followed by a service at the funeral home at 6:00 P.M. presided by Pastor Rick. Inurnment will take place at a later date at Mt. Vernon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to
https://fundthefuneral.com/beatrice-gilligan. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
November 16, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Stephen C. Pholar, age 82 of White Oak, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024 in Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. Born August 17, 1942 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Stephen L. and Helen (Cifra) Pholar. A member of Mary, Mother of God Parish - St. Angela Merici Church, White Oak, Stephen was a graduate of Duquesne University. He retired as the community planner for the City of Clairton, and also served as city manager, and was a former director of the West to West Coalition. Stephen is survived by his wife Margaret "Maggie" (DeCarlo) Pholar; his children Alexis (Dr. Todd) Hrbek of Greensburg and Nicholas (Apryle) Pholar of Nanti Glo; his grandchildren Maxwell, Emma, and Molly Hrbek and Amber Sims; his sister Marlene Pennington of Bethel Park; and his brother Conrad M. Pholar of Castle Shannon. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Robert J. Pholar.
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November 15, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Connie Griswold, 72, of Greensburg, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024 at home surrounded by family and friends after a brief illness. She was born April 1, 1952 in Philadelphia, the daughter of the late Harry T. and Dorothy (Mullin) Griswold. She obtained an Associate Degree from Robert Morris University and started her career as Executive Secretary for CNG Transmission, now Dominion Resources for 25 years. She then followed her passion for the elderly and became Activities Director at The Grove at Latrobe Nursing Home for 16 years. Connie loved to travel, visiting many National Parks and Historical Sites, sailing with family on the Pamlico Sound in North Carolina, golfing particularly with her league "The Manoretts", music of all kinds, volunteering, reading, nature and the outdoors and spending time with neighbors and friends.
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November 15, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Virginia "Ginny" Kaylor Rollin, 94, of Carlsbad, California, formerly of Elizabeth Township, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024. She was born March 25, 1930 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Robert J. and Helen (McClay) Kaylor. Ginny was the wife of 57 years to the late Donald H. Rollin, who passed away October 11, 2014. She was a member of Peace Lutheran Church in Greenock. Ginny worked as a drafting clerk at the former Bell Telephone Engineering Department before becoming a homemaker. Ginny became involved with several organizations, putting her planning and organizing skills to great use. She was Past Mother Advisor of the former Elizabeth Assembly #120, International Order of Rainbow for Girls, Past President Church Council of the former St. John’s Lutheran Church in McKeesport, and Past President of the Highlander Ladies Bowling League. She was a 50 year member of Order of the Eastern Star, most recently Clairton Chapter No. 316 and a member of the Bell Telephone Pioneers.
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November 15, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Perry Carl Gordon, age 61, of McKeesport, PA, died on Tuesday, November 12, 2024. He was born in Trenton, NJ on February 13, 1963, and is the son of the late William C., Sr. and Helen E. Brewster Gordon.
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November 14, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Anne Hughes Liparulo died Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at the age of 76 at Forbes Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She resided with her devoted husband of 49 years, Nicholas J. Liparulo, at their home in North Huntingdon, PA. Along with her husband, she is survived by her loving son and his wife, Matthew Liparulo and Cristina Paradelo of Connecticut; and her adoring daughter and her husband, Karen Liparulo Chasnis and Benjamin C. Chasnis of North Carolina. Anne delighted in being “Nana” to Kennedy Chasnis, Reese Chasnis, Regina Anne Liparulo and Avril Anne Chasnis.
Anne’s parents were John W. Hughes and Ruth Manning Hughes of Washington, Pa. She graduated from Penn State University with a BA in Anthropology in 1970. Shortly after, she graduated with a MS in Library Science from The University of Pittsburgh, where she met her husband. She retired from Bettis Atomic Power Lab in West Mifflin, PA, as Library Manager. She was an engaged supporter of the performing arts community in Pittsburgh and held leadership positions at the Pittsburgh CLO. She loved to travel and was an avid fan of Penn State and Steelers football.
Most importantly, Anne had a meaningful impact on those around her. She was a genuine friend and devoted wife and mother. She was an exemplar of hardwork and commitment, always putting family first. Anne was Nicholas’ biggest supporter and motivated him to be the best version of himself. She showed unconditional love to Matthew and Karen and encouraged them through childhood. Anne was incredibly proud of the adults they became. Their spouses, Cristina and Benjamin, were welcomed into the family with open arms, and she treated them like her own. Later in life, her granddaughters became her greatest joys. She taught them to value family and to enjoy the simple pleasures in life. Her physical presence will be missed, but her legacy of love will remain in our hearts.
Visitation will be held at James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Saturday, December 28, from 1-4 PM. A Memorial Service will follow at 4 PM in the funeral home chapel. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made in Anne’s memory to Pittsburgh CLO, 719 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or through the link https://www.pittsburghclo.org/
November 14, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Gertrude Colletta Capocciama, 88, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Sunday, November 10, 2024. She was born May 21, 1936 in Clairton and was the daughter of the late Clyde and Catherine (Kehoe) Allen. She was the wife of the late Donato "Dan" Alexander Capocciama who passed away October 1, 2024. Gertrude and Dan loved playing Tennis together for many years. She was retired from the US Steel Credit Union. She is survived by her son, Anthony F. (Carolann) Macioce of Christy Park, daughters, Colletta Youkin of White Oak and Lynn (Andy) Filippone of New Hampshire, grandsons, Brian Youkin and Brandon Youkin, Matthew Dimpel, Michael Dimpel and Jason Dimpel, great-grandchildren, Brandon Youkin, Madison and Delaney Fleming, and Dan Fletcher, and nieces and nephews. There is no visitation. Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 10:30 am at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, Director. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
November 14, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Theresa (Pastorius) Costa, age 95, of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at Jefferson Hospital. Theresa was born September 6, 1929 in Glassport. She was the daughter of the late Frank and Stella (Seigworth) Pastorius. Theresa was a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, a Clairton High School graduate, and a salesperson for the former G.C. Murphy Co. in Clairton. She enjoyed spending time with and caring for her family. Family meant the world to Theresa. She was preceded in death by her husband Joseph Costa, who passed away May 30, 1993 and her daughter Carol Zuro, who passed away on February 12, 2022. Theresa is survived by her son Joseph T. (Gloria) Costa of Jefferson Hills; her son-in-law Frank Zuro; grandchildren Nicole (Tom) D'Antonio of Jefferson Hills, Michael (Leah) Zuro of Pleasant Hills, Bryan (Abby) Costa of Lodi, WI, and Jodi (Frank) Stosic of Jefferson Hills; great-grandchildren Mia and Luke D'Antonio, Dominik Zuro, Zayden and Macsen Schrott, Bayne Costa, Haylie Schwab, Destinie Bedard, and Bella and Frankie Stosic; and nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, daughter, and parents, Theresa was proceeded in death by her sisters Clara Ferree, Anne Fenton, Lena Wilson, Alberta Kehoe, Elizabeth Nowakowski, and Margaret Vezzani.
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