Robert Beavers
October 24, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Paul Edward Estok
October 24, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Paul Edward Estok, age 60, of Brunswick, GA, formerly of McKeesport, PA, died on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at his childhood home. He was born May 14, 1964, in McKeesport, PA, and is the son of Sylvia Laird Estok of McKeesport, PA; and the late Edward M. Estok. He served in the United States Army.
David G. Ulakovic
October 24, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
A lifelong sportsman, he could often be found on the golf course, in a hunting blind, or chatting with his buddies at the McKeesport Sportsmen’s Association gun club & Hartford Heights Fireman’s club. Dave was a storyteller extraordinaire and truly loved his dogs - he was never far from Teagan, his beloved English springer spaniel.
He is survived by wife Suzanne, son Joseph (Kristen), daughter Carrie (Don Lee), daughter Dana (Ben Goldberg-Morse), and grandchildren Travis, Hunter, Calder, and Grier. He was preceded in death by his brother, Robert (Bob) Giles. Seeing all three of his children become parents was one of Dave’s greatest and proudest joys in life.
A service in his honor will be held at James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntington, on Friday from 5 PM to 8 PM. A Catholic Mass will take place at St. Robert’s Bellarmine Church in East McKeesport on Saturday at 10 AM. PLEASE GO DIRECTLY TO THE CHURCH. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the American Heart Association in Dave's memory. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
Irene D. Holland
October 24, 2024 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Irene D. Holland, age 94, of McKeesport, died October 22, 2024, at Kane Community Living Center in McKeesport. Born August 21, 1930, in Bridgwater, Somerset, England, she was the daughter of the late William Davies and Ethel Russell and wife of Robert Thomas.
William E. Payo
October 23, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
William E. Payo, age 61 of Clairton, passed away on Monday, October 21, 2024 at home. Born March 1, 1963, he was the son of the late Richard J. Payo Sr. and Shirley A (Hysmith) Payo. Bill, as many knew him, was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan and loved hot fries, pistachios, and a nice cold beer. He enjoyed cooking and listening to classic rock music. Bill is survived by his children Randon W. Payo and Riley A. Payo, both of Mather, siblings Peggy (Jim) Wilson and David Payo, and many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his siblings Richard J. Payo Jr., Christine Goldsworthy, Donna Payo, and James E. Payo.
Patrice Diane Currin
October 23, 2024 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Patrice Diane (Anthony) Currin, age 73, passed away on October 19, 2024, in Pittsburgh. Born on June 4, 1951, Patrice was known for her radiant smile and the joy she brought to those around her. Her career was marked by her exceptional service as a waitress at Mike's Lunch in Mt. Oliver and as a bartender at Dot's Family Restaurant in McKeesport. Patrice retired at the age of 62, leaving behind many cherished memories in the community.
Patrice enjoyed both reading and traveling, hobbies that brought her great pleasure and peace. She is survived by her children, John Paul Currin and Jessica F. Pietz; grandchildren, Thomas Moran Jr., Samantha Barker, Todd & Cara Carman, Stefanie, Jayme, Amy, Amanda, and Christina Currin, Devon Lallier; She also leaves behind her sister, Kelly Ann Yoder. She was preceded in death by her Loving Mother Marcella Virginia Farrington, The love of her life William (Billy) Ford, Daughter Christina Lynn Currin and great-grandson Jayden Carman.
Friends and family will be received on Saturday October 26, 2024 in the William S. Skovranko Memorial Inc., 828 Richford Street, Duquesne from 1-4pm & 6-8 pm at which time services will be held with Rev. John Gropp. Patrice's life was filled with love and laughter,she was a devoted family member, and cherished friend to many, whose legacy will continue to inspire those who knew her.
Linda M. (Brewster) Ruhe
October 22, 2024 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
She was a graduate of Clarion College (currently Clarion University) with a Bachelor’s Degree. and received her Masters Degree in Library Science at the University of Kentucky.
Linda was a former medical librarian at the former Braddock General Hospital and she also worked at Amy’s Hallmark for over 20 years, in charge of inventory and stock. She loved all things Disney. She was a member of the DAR, the Mayflower Society (because she was a direct descendant of a relative who was on the Mayflower), and a former member of the Lebanon Women’s Club.
She was the loving wife of 52 years to David H. Ruhe; mother of Christopher (Wanda) Ruhe of Baldwin, PA, Patrick (Kate) Ruhe of Aldie, VA, and Michael Ruhe of Carnegie, PA; grandmother of Carson, Gwenyth and Sierra Ruhe; and sister of Richard (Deb) Brewster of Youngsville, PA.
Visitation will be held on Friday, October 25, 2024, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR, where a Blessing Service will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m., in St. Joseph Church of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, Duquesne, with Rev. Dan D’Antonio officiating. Burial will follow in Holy Trinity Cemetery, West Mifflin.
Gerald Regis Hinerman, Sr.
October 22, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Gerald Regis Hinerman, Sr., age 87, of McKeesport, PA, died on Tuesday, October 22, 2024. He was born June 2, 1937, in Duquesne, PA, and is the son of the late Joseph and Mary Reichenbach Hinerman.
Doris E. Morris
October 22, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Doris Elinor Morris, age 100 of McKeesport, passed away on Monday, October 21, 2024 in UPMC McKeesport. Born January 9, 1924 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Lewis McClelland Barnes and Olga Gertrude Barnes. The oldest member of Park Baptist Church in Versailles and its "matriarch," she was known as "Aunt Dory" to her fellow church members. The church was the most important part of her week, both spiritually and socially. Doris loved to play cards, especially Skip-Bo with her family. She was warm, loving, and loved by all. She had also formerly worked at The Famous department store in downtown McKeesport, prior to the devastating McKeesport fire of 1976, and as a bookkeeper for the coal mine where her father-in-law was a foreman. Besides her parents, Doris was preceded in death by her husband, the late James M. Morris, her son Gary Morris, her daughter Marilyn Stanesic, her granddaughter Carrie Swanson; and her six sisters and one brother. She is survived by her daughter Sharon Victoria of Sunland, CA; her grandchildren Saffron Modes of McKeesport, Leigh (Todd) Daughenbaugh of Delaware, OH, and Beth Stanesic of Delaware, OH; her great-grandchildren Megan (Sterling) Modes and Jenn (Eddie) Lysen, Drew (Leslie) and Dylan Swanson, and Joshua (Mara) and Ryan Daughenbaugh; and her great-great-grandchild Griffin.
Jessica Marie Schroeder
October 21, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Raymond A. "Ray" Kisselovich
October 21, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Raymond A. "Ray" Kisselovich, 85, lifelong resident of Elizabeth Township, passed away Sunday, October 20, 2024. He was born in Elizabeth Township on August 3, 1939 and was the son of the late Joseph J. Kisselovich, and the late Hermina (Pelikan) Kytchak. He graduated EF High School in 1958 and served in the US Army from March 1962 - February 1968 (active & reserves). Ray was a life time member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish - St. Michael's Church, the Blaine Hill Volunteer Fire Company, as well as the American Boxer Club and the Allegheny Boxer Club. He was employed for 30+ years by Pennsylvania American Water before retiring in 1998. Ray enjoyed hunting, fishing, Pittsburgh sports, and showing his AKC champion Boxers, which included motor home travel to locations between Wisconsin and New York to points south all the way to Florida.
John R. Caruso
October 21, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Sondra Jean Newell Sharp
October 21, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Sondra Jean Newell Sharp, 57, of Surfside Beach, SC, formerly of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, October 17, 2024 at Grand Strand Medical Center, Myrtle Beach, SC. She was born January 25, 1967 in Jeannette, and is the daughter of R. Terence "Terry" & Carol (Gilbert) Newell of North Huntingdon. She was a graduate of Norwin High School class of 1985 and of Bradford Business School. Sondra loved to travel and was a real estate agent in Ohio, Colorado, California, and South Carolina. She also worked as an administrative assistant for law practices in Washington, DC and California. Sondra is remembered by her family as being exceptionally giving, talented, and creative with incredible fashion sense. Her husband, Paul, always said she was a wonderful cook, and they enjoyed entertaining. She also loved all animals and cared for many that needed her comfort.
John R. Cordisco, Sr.
October 21, 2024 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
John R. Cordisco, Sr., age 81, of McKeesport, died October 18, 2024. Born October 30, 1942, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Diogino and Adeline (LeDonne) Cordisco and husband of the late Phyllis Cordisco. John was a lifetime member of the 11th Ward Club, a lifetime member and former Assistant Fire Chief of the White Oak Volunteer Fire Company #1, a member of the White Oak American Legion Post 701, and a member and past President of the Equitable Gas Retirees Club Division E. He enjoyed woodworking and had built most of the furniture in his house and trips to the casino.
Diane F. Harding
October 20, 2024 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
