April 14, 2020 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Richard G. Sovich, 85, of Glassport died Monday April 13, 2020. He is the son of the late Andrew and Clara (Pater) Sovich. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Helen (Nolfi) Sovich. He is survived by his daughter Shelly (Steve) Gilligan; son Richard (Rebecca) Sovich Jr.; and grandson Erick Sovich. Richard was retired from U.S. Steel, Clairton Works and was a member of the Ascension Church in Clairton.
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April 14, 2020 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Janet M. Picketts, age 78, of McKeesport, died on April 10, 2020, at UPMC Montefiore. Born September 21, 1941, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Ann (Uhrin) Pipp and the wife of the late Gary A. Picketts.
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April 14, 2020 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Michael "Mick" Wedel, age 62, of McKeesport died April 11, 2020, at home. Born September 17, 1957, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Fred and Dolores (Schaffner) Wedel and former husband of Patricia Slavick Wedel.
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April 13, 2020 |
By James F. Kutch Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: James F. Kutch Funeral Home - Crematory
Constance “Connie” Juricich, 86, of North Versailles Twp. died April 10, 2020.
She was the daughter of the late William and Grace Gill. Beloved wife of Joseph Juricich, Jr. Loving mother of Barb (Jim) Romanovich and Hiram S. “Butch” (Karen) Wilson. Stepmother of Karen Elko, Joey P. Juricich, Michael Juricich, Pamela McGinnis, and the late Jeffrey Juricich. Sister of John (Helene) Wagner, Pat Wagner, and Mike Wagner. Dear aunt April of Jeannie Lane, Debby Casey, and Lori Vandervliet.
Constance is also survived by 3 great nephews and 1 great niece.
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April 13, 2020 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Obituary
Edward L. Eicheldinger, loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, went home to Heaven on Sunday, April 12, 2020, at the age of 82. Ed impacted many lives and was an example of hard work, selflessness and humility, along with his wonderful sense of humor. He loved his wife and made every one of his grandchildren feel as if they were the only one. Ed is survived by his wife, Patty; his children, Edward (Lynn), Mark (Jackie), Steve (Linda) and Eric (Andrea); his grandchildren, Duston, Noah, Samuel, Olivia, Trenton and great-grandchild Juliana. He is also survived by his brothers, Clem (Anne) and Paul (Barb) and several nieces and nephews.
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April 13, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Mrs. Frances Brown Booker, 93, of Clairton, Pa departed this life peacefully on Saturday, April 4, 2020, in Manor Care Whitehall, PA. She was born May 3, 1926, in Clairton. She was the third of twelve children born to Deacon Richard and Sister Agganora Pipkin Brown. She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years Deacon Joseph Booker, her parents, son, Dr. Joseph Booker, daughter, Marlene "Cricket" Moore, brothers, Elder James Willie Brown, Dr. Richard Brown, Jr., Dr. Charles Curtis Brown, Sr., and Elder Robert Lewis "Cee" Brown.
She was a lifelong member of the Clairton Church of God in Christ, later renamed Gethsemane C.O.G.I.C, having been born the year the church started in Lincoln way. She served as a Sunday School teacher and church secretary under then Pastor Elder Ithiel C. Clemmons, She was more recently appointed Church Mother under current Pastor and her youngest brother, Dr. Melvin Brown, Sr.
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April 11, 2020 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Charles Emery Matta, age 93, of North Huntingdon, died April 10, 2020, at home. Born October 11, 1926, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Emery and Anna (Hlatki) Matta and the husband of Dorothy (Miller) Matta for over 73 years.
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April 11, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Donald N. Pivirotto, 59, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, April 9, 2020. He was born March 29, 1961 in Oakland, a son of Sonia Spelic Pivirotto and the late Donald Pivirotto. He was a graduate of Norwin Senior High School Class of 1979 and later attended the University of Pittsburgh and earned his degree in Communications. Donny worked in construction, spent time volunteering at the Westmoreland County Food Bank, and was an animal lover. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his sister, Lisa Pivirotto and her fiance, George Carr; and numerous cousins. Services are private. Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
April 11, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Beverly June Esasky, 83, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, April 10, 2020. She was born June 10, 1936 in Jeannette, a daughter of the late Charles L. and Bertha Berdine (McCready) Stough. Beverly was a member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church of Jeannette. She enjoyed making blessed angels for the sick and homebound, quilting, crafting, baking and playing Bingo. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter-in-law, Annette Esasky; brothers, James and Alan Stough; sisters, Janet Hoffer and Sue Ann Stough. She is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Charles Esasky; sons, Charles "Skip", Joey (Irzha), Randy, Michael (Sherry), Daryld (Donna); daughters, Marisue (Randy) Morgan, Shannan (Marty) Esasky; sister, Carol Stough; nine grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Funeral services are private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
April 11, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
John Frederick Cochenour, 93, of Elizabeth Township passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2020 at his home. Born September 2, 1926 in McKeesport, son of the late Rose (Wiseman) and Carl Cochenour. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters: Betty and Ruth. As an Aviation Ordnanceman Third Class in the US Navy he served in the Pacific Theatre during WWII. He graduated from McKeesport High School and received his undergraduate degree from Westminster College with a major in chemistry.
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April 10, 2020 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Obituary
Shirley (Sipe) McClain, 91, of North Versailles Twp. died April 9, 2020. Shirley was the devoted wife of the late James J. McClain. Loving mother of Patrick (Theresa) McClain, Richard P. (Lois) McClain, Christine (Don) Minyon, Cynthia (Don) Caiarelli and the late Kimberly McClain. Adoring grandmother of 8 and great-grandmother of 7. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
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April 10, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Benjamin Cooper departed this life on April 7, 2020, peacefully with his wife by his side; he was born on November 5, 1937 in McKeesport to the late Benjamin Cooper Sr., & Bernice Bostic Cooper Davis and was preceded in death by his daughter Kamala Cooper Hamilton.
He enlisted in the army and subsequently the air force. He was employed by MARK Construction for 20 years and part of many projects such as: High View Gardens (apartments), Duquesne University (dormitories), Clairton Municipal Building and various projects throughout various states: North Carolina, Mississippi and Louisiana.
He retired from McKeesport School District where he was a Grounds Keeper of 10 years.
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April 10, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Theresa Renee Spell, 58, of McKeesport, was born on March 30, 1962 to Willie Mae “Jenny” Stinson and the late Albert Nixon. Absent from the body, but present with the Lord, Theresa passed away on April 5, 2020 at the UMPC McKeesport Hospital.
Theresa, a graduate of McKeesport Area High School where she was a tiger cheerleader, was a Homemaker. She was a dedicated mother first and foremost. She treasured her children and embraced every moment with them. She nurtured and filled the home with a joyful spirit. Her voice could be heard through the soulful sounds of Gospel Music.
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April 10, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Helen M. Campbell, age 92 of Clairton, passed away at home on Friday, April 10, 2020. Born May 9, 1927 in Oil City, she was a daughter of the late Mike and Mary (Kislan) Wasko. A member of Ascension of Our Lord Byzantine Catholic Church, Helen was a graduate of the former California Teachers College (now California University of Pennsylvania) and retired as an art teacher for Clairton School District. At home, she always made everyone feel welcome, whether in her own home or her cottage at Conneaut Lake. Helen would gladly offer to help anyone in the family who needed it: whether it was an ear to listen, a shoulder to cry on, or help to get started in life. She was so loved and will be greatly missed by all whose lives she touched.
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April 10, 2020 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Colleen Diane Williams, age 67 of Liberty Boro, passed away on April 9, 2020. Born in January 1953 in Augusta, GA, she is preceded in death by her parents Roy Francis (Pauline) Williams and Doris Jean Spano (Leger) as well as her sister, Marcia Williams. Colleen spent much of her childhood as an “Army Brat” traveling the world before settling in Pittsburgh, PA in 1982 to raise her daughter Jessica “to move out” as she put it (see note about independence below). She retired from the U.S. Department of Treasury, Internal Revenue Service, in 2005 after 30 years of government service and has been working for CVS Caremark since 2011.
Colleen made friends wherever she went because she was the type of person that people were drawn to. She possessed many admirable qualities - most notably her fierce independence, strength, determination, and optimism - unmatched by many. Colleen was a dedicated mother, and she especially treasured quality time with her granddaughter Olivia, who brought immense joy to her life. She enjoyed teaching and sharing with Olivia her love for gardening and cooking/grilling as often as possible, and she also tackled many home improvement projects, spent hours researching genealogy, and wrote countless poems.
Colleen is survived by her daughter Jessica Stanko (Dave Lozecki); granddaughter Olivia Stanko; brother Mark Williams (Mary Hogan); sister, RoiLyn (John) Smith; half-brother, John (Shari) Domina; as well as several cousins, nieces, and nephews.
There is no visitation or service at this time; however, the family will plan a celebration of Colleen’s life at a later date.
Arrangements entrusted to MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME. 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, 412-466-3300
