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Richard Andrew "Rich" Belsick

January 29, 2020 |

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

Richard Andrew "Rich" Belsick, 67, of McKeesport, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2020. He was born February 27, 1952 in Belle Vernon and was  the son of the late Andrew Edward  and Olga Helen (Studnicki) Belsick. He was a man of strong faith and was a  member of Mary, Mother of God Parish (St. Patrick Worship Site) and was a member and Eucharistic Minister at the former St. Martin DePorres Church. He worked for 32 years as a welder for US Steel Irvin Works and loved his job. Rich was a Second Degree Knight of Columbus, a history buff,  and loved westerns and his Polish heritage.

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Patricia Anne Gasda

January 28, 2020 |

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

Patricia Anne Gasda, 68, of Cumberland, RI, formerly of Elizabeth Township passed away Friday, January 24, 2020. She was born January 11, 1952 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late John J.  and Louise M. Barrick Gasda. She was born in McKeesport Hospital (one of the first babies born there), graduated from Duquesne High School, obtained her Bachelors and Masters of Education from Carlow College. She was a member of St. Michael's Parish in Elizabeth Twp. Patricia taught at St. Clare of Assisi School in Clairton and St. Sylvester School in Brentwood until she was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. She was a devoted daughter and sister and had taken care of both her mother and sister.

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Dale Joseph Toth

January 28, 2020 |

By Administrator | Posted in: Deaths Elsewhere

Dale Joseph Toth, 80, passed away peacefully in Apple Valley, CA on January 11, 2020.

Dale was born on August 23, 1939 in McKeesport, Pennsylvania to his parents Joseph Toth and Rita Cullen-Toth. Upon graduation from high school, he joined the U.S. Air Force, and later worked in civil service, which took him around the world to countries like South Korea, South Africa, Iran, and the Seychelles, where he met his wife Dolores.

Dale and Dolores continued traveling the world and one year later, the couple celebrated the birth of their daughter Rita. They then moved to Saudi Arabia, where Dale was able to pursue his passion for diving in the crystalline waters of the Red Sea.

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Leona B. Razny

January 28, 2020 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Leona B. Razny, age 98, of Cecil Twp., formerly of McKeesport, died January 27, 2020, at the home of her daughter, with whom she resided. Born January 6, 1922, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Barbara (Siedlarz) Wojdyla and the wife of the late Walter F. Razny.

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Lawrence J. "Larry" Cocozello

January 27, 2020 |

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

Lawrence J. "Larry" Cocozello, age 84 of McKeesport, passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2020 in UPMC McKeesport.  Born September 15, 1935 in Staten Island, NY, he was a son of the late James and Marie (Reskovac) Cocozello.  A US Army Veteran, Larry was a member of St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Parish in McKeesport and retired after 44 years as a sales manager at Sears in primarily McKeesport, but also Eastgate and Century III malls.  He was a member of CFU Lodge #146 in Versailles and was a big animal lover and avid gardener and outdoorsman.  Most importantly, Larry will be remembered as a loving son, brother, and uncle and great friend to many.  He is survived by his sister Louise (the late Robert) Conway of McKeesport; his niece Monica (Richard) Koontz of Elizabethville; his great-nieces-and-nephew Richie, Maria, and Victoria Koontz; and also many cousins.  Besides his parents, Larry was preceded in death by his nephew James "Jimmy" Conway.  

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Sandra R. (Santner) Gumbert

January 27, 2020 |

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

Sandra R. (Santner) Gumbert, age 60, of North Versailles, passed away Saturday, January 25, 2020. She was born August 12, 1959 in McKeesport, a daughter of Joan Santner and the late Robert Santner. She attended Linway United Presbyterian Church in North Versailles and worked of over 30 years before retiring as a nurse’s aide at personal care homes in the area like Autumn Ridge, Lincoln Court and Juniper Village. In addition to her father, she is preceded in death by her husband Lance C. Gumbert; brother Bob Santner; and sister Linda Santner. In addition to her mother, she is survived by her sons Nicholas (Ashley) Gumbert of West Newton, Nathan (Mary) Gumbert of East McKeesport and Neil Gumbert of East McKeesport; granddaughter Hana; and brother Jim (Whitney) Santner of East McKeesport.

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Vickie J. Powell

January 27, 2020 |

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

Vickie J. Powell, 70, of Duquesne, daughter of the late Jean Neal, passed away on  January 24, 2020 at home. Vickie was born on February 11, 1949 in Bolton, NC. She was a devoted wife to Charles Powell.   She was a Nursing Assistant at UMPC McKeesport. As a member of Payne Chapel A.M.E, she served on the missionary and culinary ministries. She was preceded in death by her mother, son, Leroy Powell, and brothers; James and Jamont Neal.

Vickie is survived by her loving spouse of Charles Powell, son, Antwan C (Tamika) Demery of Hampton, VA; Laverne and Rhonda Demery of Duquesne, PA, Tevin, Ibn, Tre'Von and Geena Powell of Duquesne, PA; 11 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren; siblings Judy (Mark) Jones, Reverend Hazel (Vernon) Kelly, Kim Neal, Jeana (Kenneth) Bryant; a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

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Timothy Chavis

January 27, 2020 |

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

Timothy Chavis, 56, son of Nancy Chavis and the late James Chavis, Sr. was born on July 9, 1963, in McKeesport, Pennsylvania. He passed away on January 19, 2020, in Erie, PA. He was preceded in death by father, James Chavis, Sr. and brother Toni Chavis.

Tim or Timmy, as he was affectionately known, played Varsity football and graduated from McKeesport High School in 1981. He enlisted in the United States Army. He was very Industrious & worked many trades throughout Mckeesport/Pittsburgh/Erie,  Pennsylvania area

Tim loved music, chess, checkers, sports & loved to help others. He loved his family & his family loved him. When in town, Tim attended Kingdom Come Ministries in Clairton, Pa.

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Harry E. Harper

January 27, 2020 |

By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

Harry E. Harper, 83 of Elizabeth, died Jan. 27, 2020.  He is survived by his beloved wife Yvonne M. (McConeghy) Harper; children; grandchildren and a sister.  He was a member of the Glassport American Legion.  Funeral arrangements by Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport.

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Donna Jean King

January 27, 2020 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

 Donna Jean King, 82, of Glassport passed away at Southwestern nursing home on Sunday, January 26, 2020 surrounded by family and loved ones. She was born on June 18, 1937 in Glassport to the late Eugene and Claire Bowen Iley. Donna was the loving wife of 42 years to the late Charles E. King. Donna is survived by daughters, Aimee (Neil) Fogarty of Wexford and Valerie (Jack) Beauchamp of Glassport, and a son, Charles “Greg” (Karen) King of Lincoln Boro. She is also survived by three sisters, Carol (Carl) Lawson of AZ; Lois Price of FL; Sandy (James) Letham of NY; and six grandchildren, CJ and Beth King, Sean and Kelan Fogarty, Zachary and Nathan Beauchamp. Donna was a member of St. John’s Lutheran church formerly located in Glassport. She loved dancing to Tom Jones with her beloved husband Charles as well as ceramics, crocheting and cards. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Southwestern Nursing home for their care and compassion. Arrangements have been entrusted to E.C FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Ave., Glassport, PA 15045. The family will be having a wake at The Carriage Inn, on Lovedale Road in Elizabeth on Wednesday, January, 29^th from 6pm – 8pm. Inurnment will take place at a later date at Round Hill Cemetery. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com

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June C. Cuffin

January 27, 2020 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

June C. Cuffin age 89, of West Mifflin, on January 27, 2020 at Locust Grove Personal Care Home.  Born in McKeesport on March 4, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Ludwig “Louis” & Isabel (Crawford) Dannenhauer.  She was a member of St. Joseph Church in Duquesne where she belonged to the former Confraternity of Christian Mothers & Guild.  In addition, she was a former member of the West Mifflin Annex Senior Citizens & the former Duquesne Senior Citizens Fellowship Club.  Beloved wife of the late Henry Cuffin, she was preceded in death by her brothers and sisters, Rose (late John) Ely, Francis Markle, Isabel (late Ray) Lineburg, Louis (late Elizabeth) Dannenhauer, Cecelia (late Paul) Bauman & Ernest Dannenhauer.  She is survived by nieces and nephews, Donna (Bill) Howard, Dan (Arlette) Dannenhauer, Betty (Rick) Perkins, Jim Lineburg, Alicia Bauman & David Bauman; 9 Grand Nieces & Nephews; 12 Great Grand Nieces & Nephews; 1 Great Great Grand Nephew. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 29, from 2-6 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, 15110, 412-466-3300, where a blessing service will be held on Thursday at 10:30 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph Church, Duquesne.  Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin.

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Louise Perrino

January 26, 2020 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Louise Perrino, 95 of North Huntingdon died January 26, 2020 at Excela Health Westmoreland. She was born March 15, 1924 in Larimer, a daughter of the late Natale and Lena Montini Felluca. Louise was a member of St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon. Prior to her retirement, she was employed by Federal Pacific in Irwin. Louise enjoyed spending time with her great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Michael , three sisters, Rose Nagy, Agnes Perrino and Nora Damico. She is survived by her daughter, Joyce Sensenich and her husband Dean, one grandson, Justin Sensenich (Krista) three great granddaughters, Jacey, Lily and Kiley. Visitation James W. Shirley Funeral Home, Wednesday 10 a.m.-1 p.m. A funeral mass will follow at 1:00 p.m. at St Agnes Church, North Huntingdon. Interment Immaculate Conception Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the White Oak Animal Safe Haven. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

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Raymond J. DeVault

January 26, 2020 |

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

Raymond J. DeVault, age 38 of Glassport, passed away Saturday, January 25, 2020.  Born February 10, 1981 in McKeesport, he is a son of William G. Devault, Sr. and Sheila (Campbell) DeVault of Glassport.  A foreman for Saunders Painting and Contracting of Pittsburgh, Raymond is, besides his parents, survived by his wife Heather (Williams) DeVault; his children Dominick Smith of Glassport, Aubreyanna DeCicco of McKeesport, Joshua Smith of Glassport, and Raymond J. DeVault, Jr. of Glassport; his siblings Mystie DeVault of Glassport and William G. (Donna) DeVault, Jr. of Perryopolis; his grandfather James DeVault of Anderson, SC; his brother-in-law Gregory Williams of Irwin; and his father-in-law Norman (Diane) Williams of Apollo; and aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews. 

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Doris J. Williams

January 25, 2020 |

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

Doris J. (Roll) Williams, age 85, of West Elizabeth, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2020 at home. She retired from the maintenance department at Dick Corporation in Jefferson Hills and was a member of New Beginnings Church in New Eagle. Born January 28, 1934 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Beatrice (Turner) Roll and wife of the late Robert C. "Worm" Williams. She is survived by her daughter, Mary (Howard Kerlin) Williams of Jefferson Hills; son, Robert D. (Rhonda) Williams of West Mifflin; granddaughters, Samantha (John) Stoecker of West Mifflin and Leah Richard of Pittsburgh; twin great-granddaughters, Ruby and Harlow Stoecker; also nieces and nephews. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth on Tuesday, January 28, 2020 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at 10 AM in the funeral home chapel with Bishop William P. Luckadoo officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Township. Memorial contributions may be made to New Beginnings Church, 601 Hill Street, New Eagle, PA 15067. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com

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Fannie "Gooch" (Giangarlo) Baldock

January 25, 2020 |

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

Fannie "Gooch" (Giangarlo) Baldock, age 86 of Clairton, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2020 in Jefferson Hospital.  Born July 7, 1933 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Angelo and Eramina (Ferrara) Giangarlo.  A retired janitress at US Steel - Irvin Works in West Mifflin, Fannie was a member of St. Clare of Assisi Parish in Clairton.  She is survived by her children John Baldock of Baldwin and Denise (Jerry) Haburjack of Beechview; her grandchildren Andrew, Brandon, and Lance Haburjack; her great-grandchildren Harper, Hayden, Hadley, and Olivia; and also nieces and nephews.  Besides her parents, Fannie was preceded in death by her siblings Marie, Vincent, and Julio (Marge) Giangarlo; John and Attilio Policastro; and Regis Ferrara.

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