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March 04, 2020 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Herbert “Herb” P. Vickers, age 81, of Port Vue, died March 3, 2020, at UPMC McKeesport. Born February 6, 1939, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Roy and Anna Margaret Vickers and the beloved husband of Marie (Benoit) Vickers for 55 years.
March 04, 2020 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Andrew P. Butsko, of West Mifflin, died on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 in Jefferson Regional Medical Center, two days before his 83rd birthday. Born in Duquesne on March 5, 1937, he was the son of the late Andrew and Mary (Sersen) Butsko. Mr. Butsko was a member of Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, West Mifflin and proudly served his country in the U.S. Army.
March 04, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
March 04, 2020 |
By Elmer L Herman Funeral Home | Posted in: Elmer L. Herman Funeral Home
Sarah (Thompson) Guntrum, 50, of Duquesne, formerly of McKeesport, went to be with the Lord on Sunday evening, March 1, 2020 after a courageous battle with cancer. She is preceded in death by her parents George and Dorothy Thompson and her sisters Shirley Kratochvil and Mary Thompson. She is survived by her husband Rocky Guntrum, her sons Timothy, Rocky, Ray, and Michael (Ashley) and her daughter Melissa. She is also survived by her sisters Clara "Dutchie" (Daniel) Colclaser, Emma Snyder, Lois Guajardo, and her brother George Thompson. She was the loving grandmother of Logan, Bailey, Elijah, and Ezekiel. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Special thanks to Amanda and Jesse Owens and Hailey Kratochvil for all their help. Sarah was a huge local wrestling fan and always the loudest fan there. She was an avid collector of snow globes and all things dolphin and unicorns. She will be missed terribly by all that knew her.
Friends received 3-6 p.m. on Friday, March 6, 2020 in the Elmer L. Herman Funeral Home, 5204 Second Ave, Hazelwood. Prayers of Farewell Service 5:30 p.m. in the Funeral Home Chapel.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted into the care of Elmer L. Herman Funeral Home, 5204 Second Ave., Pittsburgh.
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March 03, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
March 03, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
March 03, 2020 |
By Ott Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: Joseph F. Ott Funeral Home
Jeffrey William Hartung, 74, of McKeesport
March 03, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Lois “Elaine” (Russell) Sydeski, age 86, of Monroeville, formerly of Glassport where she lived for many years and Ripley, WV, passed away suddenly surrounded by her loving family on Monday, March 2, 2020 at Forbes Hospital. A graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School, she retired as a sales associate for Hills Department Store in West Mifflin and as a secretary for G.C. Murphy Company’s Home Office in McKeesport. She was an avid reader and enjoyed painting, recently winning an award for her work. She enjoyed making frequent trips to the casino and the highlights of her life included walking the New River Gorge Bridge with her son and grandson, and spending quality time with her family. She will be greatly missed by all. Born March 22, 1933 in Elizabeth, she was a daughter of the late William Russell Jr. and Hannah (Dowden) Russell, and wife of the late Edwin “Legs” Sydeski. She is survived by her son, Tom (fiancée Dee) Sydeski of Newcomerstown, OH; daughter, Linda Sydeski with whom she resided; grandchildren, Shaun, Allison and Jennifer; and great-grandchildren, Alexis and Augustus; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by sisters, Elizabeth Holmes, Alice Lutheran, Daisy Mathews and Lillian Puckey. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Thursday, March 5, 2020 from 10 AM until the time of service at 1 PM in the funeral home chapel with Pastor James Crosby officiating. Burial will follow in Mount Vernon Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
March 02, 2020 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Marlene M. (Geary) Zirkle, age 69, of Port Vue, died February 29, 2020, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born January 1, 1951, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late John and Alice (Mikina) Geary and wife of Kenneth Zirkle, Sr.
March 02, 2020 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Arnold, “Arnie” Earnest Mattes 76, of Clairton, formerly of Jefferson Borough passed away on Monday, March 2, 2020 at St. Clair Hospital in Pittsburgh. Arnold was born in McKeesport on May 13, 1943 to the late Viola Edwards and Edward, Mattes. Arnold is survived by his son Lance (Judy) Mattes of Bethel park and his granddaughter Ashley Mattes. He is also survived by his two sisters Donna Kettish of Orlando Florida and Karen (Jeff) Dowd of Orlando Florida. He was a member of the Masons in Pleasant Hills at the F&AM lodge, the Syria Shrine, and he also attended the Lebanon Presbyterian Church. Arnold was a Project Engineer at the local #5 where he was employed for most of his life. One of his favorite things to do in his down time was listen to oldies music. Family and friends will be received on Wednesday March 4, 2020 from 2-4pm, and 6-8pm at the S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. A service will take place at the funeral home on Thursday March 5, 2020 at 11am to be followed by interment at the Lebanon Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made to the Syria Shrine at 1877 Shriners Way, Cheswick PA, 15024. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.
March 02, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Judith (Judy) H. Burk, an award-winning University of Pittsburgh graphic designer, successful sports memorabilia entrepreneur and dedicated church leader, died Wednesday, Feb. 26.
The Sewickley Twp. resident was 75.
Judy’s passing ended a four-year courageous, dignified quest to overcome the effects of a medical procedure that left her almost completely paralyzed. She died in the arms of John Burk, her husband of 45 years, in the presence of Bob Green, her pastor.
Although Judy always considered herself a native Pittsburgher, she was born on Aug. 10, 1944, in Long Beach, CA. Her father, a recipient of the Distinguished Flying Cross, was a U.S. Army Air Corps pilot stationed there. Her mother was a homemaker. In 1962, Judy graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School near Pittsburgh, then attended Carnegie Tech for one year, and earned a degree at Pittsburgh’s Ivy School of Professional Art.
March 02, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Edward Anthony Scarpari Jr., age 51, of Tours, France, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2020. A 1986 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School, he attended Muskingum College and graduated from Ambassador College in 1993 and the University of Pittsburgh in 2005. He taught English as a Second Language in France, was the author of two books, and enjoyed running. Born November 29, 1968, he was a son of Edward and Brenda Marlene (Snyder) Scarpari of Elizabeth. In addition to his parents he is survived by his daughters, Margot and Madeleine, his fiancée, Sophie Caplat and her daughters, Lucille, Garance and Suzanne, all of Tours, France; brothers, Tony (Debbie) Scarpari of Castle Shannon and Adrian (Jamie) Scarpari of Baldwin; nieces, Rianna (Alec) Scarpari, and Julia and Naomi Scarpari; nephews, Michael and Brandon Rickerd, and Connor and Braeden Flynn; also, aunts, uncles and cousins. There will be no memorials per his request. Local arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
March 02, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
John "Jack" Druga Jr., 94, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2020. He was born January 11, 1926 in Duquesne, a son of the late John and Susan (Homol) Druga. Prior to his retirement, Jack was a production coordinator for Westinghouse and a veteran of the US Army during the Korean War. He was a member of St. Agnes Parish, Emerald Club, a lifetime member of the VFW Post 781 and belonged to two bowling leagues. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Rose Mary Druga; brother, Edward Druga; and sister, Agnes Druga. He is survived by his son, Larry Druga and his wife, Cindy; daughters, Christine Garlow and her husband, Richard, Barbara Eager and her husband, Jack; grandchildren, Michael Garlow, Lynn Eager, Aaron Eager, Miranda Druga, Camden Druga; and great-grandchild, Mackenzie Garlow. Family and friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Thursday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10 a.m. on Friday in St. Agnes Church with Msgr. Paul Fitzmaurice officiating. Interment to follow in Westmoreland County Memorial Park. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
March 02, 2020 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Dorothy T. (Terek) Valencik, age 94, of Glassport, died February 28, 2020. She is the daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Yevchak) Terek. She is the beloved wife of the late Edward A. Valencik, “Mr V.”; children, Elaine (Samuel) DeMarco, Ron (Claudia) Valencik, Janine (Angelo Norelli) Valencik and Linda (Bob) Dzialowski; grandchildren, Emily (Dave) Kelly, Elise DeMarco, Julia (David) Callahan, Luke Urbanski, Zachery (Victoria Davis) Urbanski, Lauren Dzialowski, Megan Dzialowski, Erin Dzialowski and John Dzialowski; great-grandchildren, Hawthorne Kelly, Asher Kelly, Ailee Callahan, Dorothy Callahan, and Selah Callahan. The sixth of eight children, Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Edward, and all siblings: Sister Mary Josephine VSC, John (Nancy) Terek, Helen (William) Ogurchak, Pauline (Michael) Hrehocik, Michael Terek, Mildred “Millie” (Joseph) Mongelluzzo and Frank Terek. Dorothy was a member of Queen of the Rosary Parish, a member of the Confraternity of Christian Mothers, and bowled with the Glassport Women's Bowling League. Dorothy was an incredible baker and everyone loved her delicious Nut Rolls. Most of all, Dorothy dedicated her life to taking care of her family and she will be missed by everyone. Friends received at WOJCIECHOWSKI FUNERAL HOME, Glassport, Sunday, 2 to 6. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Monday in Queen of the Rosary Church. Entombment following at New St. Joseph Cemetery joining her beloved husband Edward.
March 01, 2020 |
By William H. Craig Funeral Home | Posted in: William H Craig Funeral Home
Pamela J. Kavalukas, 70 passed away on January 29, 2020 at the Riverside Care Center after a long illness. She was born in McKeesport the daughter of the late Peter and Catherine Kavalukas. Besides her parents she was predeceased her brother Gregory. She is survived by her sister Roberta Simeral and close friend Nancy Halt.
Friends are welcome to a memorial gathering on Wednesday March 4,2020 in the activities room At the Riverside Care Center 100 8th Ave. McKeesport Pa. at 2:00 pm a blessing service will follow. Inurnment will be at a later date. Arrangments are under the care of the William H. Craig Funeral Home, McKeesport,Pa.
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